Himalayan Adventure Safari & Tiger Safari Lodge in India

Experience an adventure safari to India’s Timeless Land of the Tiger – the majestic Kumaon Himalayas. Witness the most ideally located lodge in India and enjoy a tiger safari in Corbett’s infamous Tiger Country.

Your personal Himalayan Outback staff has designed a 10 day Himalayan adventure that will create lifelong memories of this ancient and vibrant culture.

• Participate in village walks.
  
• Touch the spiritual soul of India in ancient temples.
  
• Walk the Himalayan pathways used by villagers for centuries.
  
• View the wildlife of India in their natural habitat on a Himalayan tiger safari.
  
• Experience world-class service in your private cottage or safari style tent in an incredible lodge in India.

Snap-shot Summary:

• Airport: New Delhi
• Duration: 10-Days
• Region: Kumaon, Uttarakhand, Northern India
• Activities – Sight-seeing in Delhi,village walks, game drives, possible elephant rides, tiger safari and an overnight hike.
• Season: November, December, February, March & April
• Travel -This tour begins in the New Delhi International Airport where you are met by your personal Himalayan Outback representative. We handle all travel details which will include private car and a 4WD jeep in the tiger reserve.
• Accommodations: A delightful Bed and Breakfast in New Delhi, thatched cottages at our Western Ramganga River Lodge, one night in India’s 2010 award winning eco-lodge, one night in the historical Sarpduli forest guest-house in the tiger reserve, & pre-set furnished safari tents while hiking.

This was an amazing experience for the both of us.  We have never been treated so well as we have here.  Thank you so very much!  Every one of you are wonderful! Lee & Cori Todd, March 2011

The service provided by Pritim was excellent, very polite and unobtrusive, but ready to cater to any requests anytime, and always with a smile. I found David to be a wealth of knowledge and once again only too happy to accommodate any needs that we had. Tanya enjoyed her treks with David. The food can make or break a holiday and Shivmohan did an awesome job.  We cannot praise the variety, quantity or quality of the meals served enough – very good in every way. Anyone else behind the scenes who we did not meet or see also needs congratulating on their contribution.  The trip ran smoothly and was very relaxing and enjoyable – as a holiday should be.  Full credit should also be given to you for selecting and putting together such a team.  They obviously enjoy each others company and what they do – something that shows in their work attitudes. The pick-up and drop-off made travelling in a foreign location much easier, and reduced any anxiety we may have felt about that aspect of our trip.  Overall, an excellent trip and I think the most enjoyable part of our Indian holiday. Adam & Tanya Elstob, February 2010

Trip Overview:

• Visit Delhi’s walls of history and incredible architecture with your knowledgeable guide.

• Journey to Corbett National Park for an intimate interaction with one of India’s most prolific eco-systems on a Himalayan tiger safari.

• Enjoy your 5 nights in our private lodge in India, nestled on the banks of the western Ramganga River and unwind with breathtaking panoramas of the jungle.

• Dine on fine freshly made cuisine in the company of your tour companions.

• Energize and rejuvenate both body and soul against a stunning Himalayan backdrop.

• Connect with the villagers while hiking to the pre-historic Himalayan village of Nagtale, close to your lodge. During this village walk enjoy a Himalayan Outback standard meal with a village family. Witness the wildlife and beautiful people of the hills and have a real Himalayan adventure!

• Experience stunning Himalayan vistas and touch the power of Indian mysticism while visiting an ancient temple on an overnight hike with your personal Himalayan Outback guides.

• Experience a unique environment with familiar amenities during your stay in an intimate Delhi Bed and Breakfast, our private Western Ramganga River Lodge, a renowned eco-lodge – Camp Forktail Creek, and the historical Sarpduli forest guest house located in the Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve itself.

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Day by Day:

Day one(1) – Welcome to India!

• Enjoy a warm welcome by your Himalayan Outback guide at New Delhi International airport, after which you are chauffeured to our favorite, centrally located and charming Indian bed & breakfast.

• After a warm greeting by your B&B hosts, Arun & Bani, enjoy a relaxed traditional Indian dinner while having the opportunity to learn about India’s history and customs from these outstanding hosts.

Day two (2) – Experiencing Delhi’s Walls of Walls of History…

• After an early breakfast, proceed for a short sightseeing tour of Delhi experiencing some historical monuments that recall the days when India was the Jewel in the Crown of the British Empire. Choose from a variety of sites including the 11th century Qutab Minar,
  

  Experiencing Delhi's walls of history...

  India Gate, the President’s House,Red fort, the Lotus Temple, Akshardam Temple, and the Mahatama Gandhi Memorial.

• Enjoy a traditional Indian lunch with your attentive guide at a fine and well know Indian restaurant and continue experiencing Delhi.

• Return to your B&B in the evening and enjoy dinner with your hosts.

Day three (3) – New Delhi – Corbett National Park

• Begin your journey to the Corbett National Park early this morning as your driver chauffeurs you with your personal Himalayan Outback guide to the outskirts of the tiger reserve. Receive a warm welcome by your Western Ramganga River Lodge staff upon your arrival as they accompany you down a short trail through a village to the Lodge.
  

  From Delhi to Corbett National Park

• After the hustle and bustle of New Delhi, enjoy the evening connecting with yourself and your travel companions. Take a short walk with your experienced naturalist around this ideally located lodge in India, and familiarize yourself to the prolific eco-system. Your naturalist will help identify calls and animal tracks in the area.

• After a refreshing hot bath, enjoy a quiet evening around a campfire with appetizers and soup. Finish off with an early dinner under the canopy of brilliant stars in our tranquil and remote setting.

Day four (4) – Village Walk: A Himalayan Village Experience…

• This morning enjoy a guided hike to the Nagtale village along
  with your expert guide and the village chief himself. Learn about various aspects of rural life in this Himalayan region. 
  

  Village walks...

• Your guides will also point out various birds and signs of wildlife on the trail.

• Enjoy a sumptuous traditional lunch prepared with The Himalayan Outback standards with a local family in the village.

• On the way back stop-over and make a wish at the local temple and visit the village school before returning to your vehicle.

• You will then be escorted to Camp Forktail Creek and introduced to your world-class hosts Minakshi and Ritish who will be your hosts for your 2 day safari.

Day five (5) – A Classic Himalayan Adventure : Dhikala & Sarpduli

• Begin your exciting day early as your hosts prepare you for an overnight excursion into one of the most game-rich parts of the Jim Corbett tiger reserve for a tiger safari in the Dhikala zone.
  

  The Forest rest-house of Sarpduli - 1911

• Witness this unique and carefully managed preserve with your insightful guide while exploring the Gharial pool, Champion pool on Champion road and high bank each one of them, great observation points on the western Ramganga River. As you overlook this grand panorama from your safari vehicle, your conversant guide will point out the various aquatic life in the crystal clear Ramganga River that include river otters, Gharials or fish eating crocodile, fish species including the Mahseer as well as other wildlife and birds that make their way to the river for a drink of water.

• Driving through the Dhikala grasslands, observe the varied bird and wildlife species found in the area as you are enjoying your guide’s in-depth knowledge of this vibrant eco-system.

• After an exhilarating day of wildlife encounters return to the historical Sarpduli forest guest-house, renowned lodge in India found in the heart of the reserve. Experience history in this guest home made in the early 1900′s. Enjoy the company of your seasoned hosts as you are pampered and settled for the night in this exclusive location.

Day six (6) Dhikala – Corbett National Park

• An early start for another exciting day of game viewing in Dhikala. Viewing can be split on elephant back (subject to availability, as it can not be booked in advance)and game drives.

• Spend the day exploring different areas of the park viewing the interesting flora and fauna in your 4WD with your guide.

• Return to the Western Ramganga River lodge by the evening and enjoy a traditional tandoori dinner.

Day seven (7) – Connect & Reflect at The Himalayan Outback Lodge

• As the first rays of light creep over the sub-Himalayan foothills, spend the morning connecting and rejuvenating with your yoga/meditation guide on a beautiful sandy beach on the banks of the river.
  

  Commemorating the journey of a lifetime...

• After breakfast, enjoy a cooking class with the camp chef who will be teaching you to prepare a traditional north Indian vegetarian meal.

• Later in the evening choose from going on a bird-watching walk with your personal naturalist or participate in guided meditation session.

• Pack for your overnight Himalayan hike the following day and join your hosts for dinner around the bon-fire.

Day Eight (8) Himalayan Odyssey

• After an early breakfast you hike a short distance to the road head. Next enjoy the early morning light on this beautiful drive to the starting point of the day’s hike. Your guide will point out aspects of the flora, birdlife, Himalayan landscape and culture; while your driver will be more than happy to stop over for any good photo opportunities. Capture memorable snap shots of your Himalayan adventure.
  

  Enjoying the views of the Himalaya...

• On a clear day, you’ll get some stunning views of the greater Himalayan ranges, including the Nanda Devi – one of India’s highest mountains.

• Begin hiking though this unique flora kingdom that is home to an abundant bird life. If you are visiting after the monsoon (October & November) you will hike through a labyrinth of brilliant green horse chestnut, oak, and rhododendron trees. As you zigzag your way to the next ridge you enjoy rewarding views of the great Himalayan ranges (the Nanda Devi, Naina Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba, Nanda Khat, Nanda Bhanar, Nanda Kot, Bandar Poonch) that stretch into the horizon beyond.

• Arrive to a warm welcome by our staff at an ideally placed, campaign-style safari camp in this breathtaking location. Settle in with a refreshing hot bucket bath and relax with your favorite beverage as you are pampered with scrumptous appetizers and a freshly prepared continental dinner.

Day nine (9) – Himalayan Odyssey

• Enjoy an early morning hike to view the higher Himalayas as you are guided back to the road-head and driven back to the lodge.

Day ten (10) – Depart for New Delhi

• Depart from New Delhi early this morning. Arrive at your B&B by the evening and enjoy dinner with your hosts.

• Depart the following day. (check-out from the B&B is at 1200hrs)