Ramnagar travel guide
Corbett town
Ramnagar is the main gateway town to Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, widely known for wildlife tourism, jungle safaris, forest lodges, riverside landscapes, and adventure activities that attract nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts throughout the year.
Best time to visit Ramnagar
Nov–Mar is the best time for Corbett safaris. Apr–May is hot, and Jun–Oct is monsoon and its aftermath, with the Dhikala zone closed until mid-Nov.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | best | medium | Cold mornings, some mist, clear days; comfortable for open-jeep safaris | ||
| February | best | medium | Mild and dry; open-jeep safaris stay comfortable all day | ||
| March | best | medium | Warm and dry; good light for safaris | ||
| April | good | medium | Hot by midday; safaris are best at dawn and dusk | ||
| May | mixed | high | Very hot, harsh afternoons; school holiday crowds | ||
| June | avoid | medium | Hot and humid, then monsoon from late June; Dhikala zone closed | ||
| July | avoid | low | Very heavy rain; Dhikala zone closed; rivers and roads can flood | ||
| August | avoid | low | Heavy rain continues; Dhikala zone closed; green but wet | ||
| September | mixed | low | Humid, showers easing; Dhikala zone still closed | ||
| October | mixed | medium | Dry and pleasant, but Dhikala zone stays closed until mid-Nov | ||
| November | best | high | Cool, dry and clear; Dhikala zone opens around mid-month | ||
| December | best | high | Cold mornings, dry clear days; busy at Christmas and New Year |
How many days to spend in Ramnagar
Two days cover a jeep safari in Jim Corbett National Park, Girija Devi Temple and Corbett Falls. A third adds the Jim Corbett Museum at Kaladhungi and Sitabani Forest Reserve.
How to reach Ramnagar
- By air: Pantnagar (PGH) — 86 km, about 1.5–2.5 h by road. Nearest airport with scheduled flights
- By train: Ramnagar (RMR) — 1 km, about 5–15 min by road. Station is in town
- By road: From Delhi — 260 km, about 4.5–6 h. Usual road gateway to Corbett
Getting around
Park gates and sights such as Girija Devi Temple and Sitabani lie well out of town. Arrange a cab or a resort pickup; safaris run in open jeeps from the park gates.
Things to do in Ramnagar
- Jim Corbett National Park — Park (3.5 h · ₹3,380 (day safari permit, Jhirna/Bijrani))
- Nainital Lake — Lake (2.5 h · Free entry)
- Jageshwar Dham — Temple
- DHIKALA ZONE RESTAURANT — Safari
- Mall Road — Market
- Bijrani Range — Safari
- Shree Maa Naina Devi Temple, Nainital — Temple (1 h · Free entry)
- Snow View point — View (2 h · ₹300 (ropeway, two-way))
- Naina Peak West — Peak (3 h · Paid entry)
- Bhimtal — Lake
- Jhirna — Safari
- Girija Devi Temple — Temple (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Lohachaur Tourism Zone,Corbett National Park,Durga Devi Gate. — Safari (4 h · ₹3380 day safari permit (Durga Devi gate))
- Kasar Devi Temple Almora — Temple (2 h · Free entry)
- Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary — Wildlife (4 h · ₹150)
- The Himalayan Cottage — Views
- Tiffin Top — View (2 h · Free entry)
- Eco Cave Park — Caves (1 h · ₹100)
- Sattal — Lakes
- Sunset point Nainital — Sunset (1 h · Free entry)
- Corbett Falls — Falls (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Sitabani Forest Reserve — Forest (3 h · Paid entry)
- Kosi River — River
- Rudradhari Waterfall — Falls (2 h)
- Nainital Zoo Ticket Counter — Zoo (2 h · ₹100)
- Kilbury and Pangot Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary — Sanctuary (4 h)
- Naukuchiatal — Lake (2.5 h · Free entry)
- Hanuman Garhi Mandir — Temple (1 h · Free entry)
- HIMALAYAN View Point — View (45 min)
- Kalagarh dam — Dam (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Jhula Devi Temple — Temple (1 h · Free entry)
- Bright End Corner — View (45 min · Free entry)
- Katarmal Sun Temple — Temple (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Anasakti Ashram — Ashram (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Boat House Club, Nainital — Boating (1 h · Paid entry)
- Dhangarhi Gate and Museum — Museum (1 h · Paid entry)
- The Oak Trails Eco Lodge — Trails
- Jim Corbett Museum — Museum (1 h · Paid entry)
- Sunset point — Sunset (30 min · Free entry)
- LocaL Market Road — Market
- Kausani Tea Estate — Tea (1 h)
- Raj Bhavan Governor House — Estate (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Lands End Picnic Spot — View (1 h · Free entry)
- Bijrani Guest house — Stay
- Mahaseer Fishing Camps — Fishing
- Golf Course Ranikhet — Golf (1.5 h)
- Haidakhan Babaji Temple — Temple (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Simtola — Park
- Zero Point — Point (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Canal Bridge — Canal
- Bhalu Dam — Dam (1 h · Free entry)
- Kausani — Market
- Ramgarh Apple Orchard — Orchards (1.5 h)
- Garjiya Temple Bridge — Bridge
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ramnagar?
Nov–Mar is the best time for Corbett safaris. Apr–May is hot, and Jun–Oct is monsoon and its aftermath, with the Dhikala zone closed until mid-Nov.
How many days are enough for Ramnagar?
2–3 days. Two days cover a jeep safari in Jim Corbett National Park, Girija Devi Temple and Corbett Falls. A third adds the Jim Corbett Museum at Kaladhungi and Sitabani Forest Reserve.
How do I reach Ramnagar?
By air: Pantnagar (PGH) — 86 km, about 1.5–2.5 h by road. Nearest airport with scheduled flights. By train: Ramnagar (RMR) — 1 km, about 5–15 min by road. Station is in town. By road: From Delhi — 260 km, about 4.5–6 h. Usual road gateway to Corbett.
What are the top things to do in Ramnagar?
Jim Corbett National Park, Nainital Lake, Jageshwar Dham, DHIKALA ZONE RESTAURANT, Mall Road, Bijrani Range.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.