Corbett National Park lies in the Terai Arc Landscape at the foot of the Himalayas, where Bhabhar forests, Riverine forests, Siwalik foothills and the Terai floodplains all intertwine in a biodiversity-rich area the growing Himalayan Mountains which transport their silt and rock down river fed by the Himalayan rivers.

The dominant trees of the area are the towering and gregarious “Sal”(Shorea robusta) which fill the landscape and provide the feeling of being in Tiger Country.

The bird count in the landscape reaches close to almost 600 species, due to the vegetation-rich area and the varied habitat, making for a fruitful and beautiful birdwatching trip at Corbett.

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In the foothills of the West-Central Himalayas lies the Kumaon region, made famous in the writings of the legendary Tiger Books of Jim Corbett.

Part of the Shivalik range, Nainital and Pangot are at an altitude close to 2000m above sea-level is covered with Rhododenron, Pine & Oak forests, home to over 250 Himalayan bird species – a sea of tranquil and a paradise for bird watchers.

These stunning forests provide great birdwatching opportunities with stunning landscapes both rural and wild.

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Further East, lies a cluster of Seven Lakes or Sattal around 1350m above sea level. This freshwater forested abode provides sanctuary to over 500 resident and migratoy bird species.

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When to visit Corbett, Nainital, Pangot and Sattal for birdwatching :

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• November to mid-May is a great time to visit.

• Summers : March-May is when the vegetation is at it’s lowest ebb, with the breeding season of the birds makes it very fruitful.

• One may experience snowfall in January in Nainital, Pangot, and Sattal.