Bijrani Safari Zone: The best zone for tiger sightings in Corbett National Park.
Bijrani Zone is one of the most popular, in demand for safari zones of Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand. Renowned for rich wildlife diversity and good success records of tiger sighting, Bijrani attracts large number of tourists, wildlife photographers, and nature lovers during the full safari season. The zone acts as a perfect habitat for big cats and herbivores due to the presence of dense sal forests, open grasslands, and seasonal streams.
It is considered that Bijrani is one of the best zones in Corbett National Park for tiger sightings. Along with Royal Bengal tigers, the other possible sighting includes elephants, leopards, sambar deer, chital, barking deer, wild boar, langurs, and a wide variety of birds. The patches of thick forests interwoven with open areas increase the probability of animal sightings during gypsy safaris.
The Bijrani Safari Zone is operational from mid-October to June, subject to weather and forest department norms. The entry points for the safaris allowed in the zone include the Aamdanda Gate, which is near Ramnagar and thus provides easy access for tourists. Because of the high demand, it is usually advisable to book the permits in advance.
In the Bijrani Zone, only gypsy Safaris are permitted, with morning/Evening Safaris operational every day. The gypsy have a restricted seating capacity to allow a maximum number of visitors to explore the jungle in a more personal way. For first-timers as well as for people who have already visited Corbett several times, a Bijrani safari can be a perfect Corbett Wildlife experience.
The best time to explore the Bijrani Zone to see tigers is in March, April, and May, as there is enhanced animal movement around water sources. The best time to visit is in the early mornings, as there is a serene environment with an increased possibility of encountering carnivores.
On the whole, the Bijrani Zone is an ideal destination for anyone interested in experiencing the best of the Corbett National Park, right from tiger spotting to the picturesque forests, in particular if you are planning to take the gypsy safari in Corbett. Your list should definitely include the Bijrani Zone if that is the plan.