About Kotdwar Safari
Kotdwar Safari offers visitors an opportunity to explore the beautiful forests and wildlife landscapes surrounding Kotdwar, Uttarakhand. Located near the southern side of Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, this region provides access to the Pakhro and Sonanadi tourism areas.
Enjoy a memorable jungle experience with registered safari vehicles, authorised permits and trained nature guides, subject to availability and applicable forest department rules.
What makes the experience special?
Wildlife spotting
Look for tigers, elephants, deer and other forest wildlife. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Jeep safari
Explore forest routes in authorised safari vehicles.
Birdwatching
Discover the diverse birdlife of the Himalayan foothills.
Natural landscapes
Enjoy rivers, green forests and scenic mountain surroundings.
What's included?
Safari vehicle (Gypsy).
Safari entry permit.
Assistance with booking.
Entry gate and reporting information.
Explore Our Safari Packages
Pakhro Jungle Safari
Group of up to 6 persons
- Cost: ₹8,200(Gypsy/Permit)
- Safari Duration: 3 Hours
- Guide: Extra
Kolhuchaur Safari
Group of up to 6 persons
- Cost: ₹5,700(Gypsy/Permit)
- Safari Duration: 3 Hours
- Guide: Extra
Jhilmil Jheel CR safari
Group of up to 6 persons
- Distance: 42 km
- Cost: ₹4,700(Gypsy/Permit)
- Safari Duration: 3 Hours
- Guide: Extra
Sonanadi / Vatanvasa Safari
Group of up to 6 persons
- Cost: ₹8,200(Gypsy/Permit)
- Safari Duration: 3 Hours
- Guide: Extra
How to Reach Kotdwar Safari
Kotdwar is a convenient starting point for exploring the southern forest landscapes of Corbett Tiger Reserve and nearby wildlife destinations.
Visitors can reach Kotdwar by road or train and continue towards their selected safari entry gate.
| Starting Point | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Kotdwar to Pakhro | 23 km |
| Kotdwar to Kolhuchaur | 9 km |
| Kotdwar to Vatanvasa | 47–50 km |
| Kotdwar to Jhilmil Jheel | 42 km |
| Delhi to Kotdwar | 214 km |
| Dehradun to Kotdwar | 175 km |