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Sitabani zone in Jim Corbett is also known as the landscape of Jim Corbett and is best suitable for nature walk and its popular tourist spots around. Even though it is a forest area, Sitabani doesn’t come under the Corbett Tiger Reserve and therefore the rules and regulations of CTR are not applicable to this exotic zone. This zone has a strong connection with famous Hindu epic, Ramayana. As per the Ramayana, Goddess Sita, wife of Lord Rama, spent some of her exile days in the Sitabani jungle. Sitabani zone of Jim Corbett National Park is the only area best suited for bird watching and you can find several species of beautiful birds in here.
Sitabani zone has an ancient temple dedicated to lord Shiva and is managed by the ASI (Archaeological Survey of India). This is the tourism zone of the Corbett open all through the year for safaris and there is no such limit for entering Jeeps to this area. The CTR Authority doesn’t give any permit to enter to this zone; rather you will need permission from Sitabani Forest Department for Jeep Safari in this region. There are several frivolous brooks flowing through the Sitabani Safari Zone. Tourists in this zone can also do fishing which would be a great idea to enjoy tour around this zone. There are plenty of birds around and one can enjoy sighting vultures in the area.
Sitabani forest is mostly known because of its vast variety of flora and birds. You can find over more than 600 species of trees, shrubs, orchids, herbs, climbers, grasses, and marshy vegetation. Important flora of the region includes Dhak, Sal, Sheesham, Peepal, Haldu, Mangoes, and Rohini. It is best place for bird watchers as you can find different species of birds like white bush chat, emerald dove, Indian Peafowl, rested kingfisher, red wattle lapwing, and many others.
Other than these, Sitabani region is also prominent for Sambhars, Royal Bengal tigers, Porcupines, Jackal, Wild boar, Leopards, King Cobra, and Barking Deer. Sitabani also have an ashram which can be used by tourists to rest for a while.
Even though this zone is open throughout the year, the best time to visit is from October to June.
We are available to assist you with the process of booking your safari through the official government website. To proceed with the registration process, we will require your adhar card. Alternatively, you have the option to book the safari independently by following the provided instructions. Prior booking is needed for perfect planning of the trip.
www.corbettonline.uk.gov.in
It is suggested to make advance bookings for Jeep Safari in Sitabani Zone. It is to be noted that the Corbett Tiger Reserve Authority do not offer any sort of permit in this area, to ride in this area, you will be required to take permit from the Sitabani Forest Department. Here, you will only need to book a Gypsy in advance which is must for safari tour in Sitabani region. Seven Corbett resort can make bookings on your behalf for the safari tour in this region and on the basis of these, your spot is obtained on the entry gate.
Morning 7:00 AM to 10:00
Evening 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Morning 7:00 AM to 10:00 Am
Evening 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
