What are the safari timings in Rajaji National Park?

The park runs two safari shifts daily — a morning shift starting around sunrise and an afternoon or evening shift ending around sunset. Exact timings shift slightly with the season and are shared at the time of confirmation.

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📍 Raiwala, Rishikesh · Uttarakhand

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Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand

Trails & Pug Marks
Independent Rajaji Safari Booking Assistance

Plan your jungle safari in Rajaji National Park — 820 km² of Shivalik forest with elephants, leopards, tigers and 315+ bird species. We are a local team in Raiwala who help you choose a zone and arrange your booking. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

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820 km²Park Area

315+Bird Species

5Safari Zones

Nov–JunOpen Season

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Local Team.
Clear Guidance.

Based near the park at Raiwala, Rishikesh — we help you pick a zone and confirm availability before you pay.

Zone Expertise

Honest Chilla vs Motichur vs Jhilmil guidance.

Permit Booking Assistance

We help arrange forest entry & gypsy booking.

Clear Pricing

The exact amount is confirmed with you before payment.

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Availability and pricing shared on chat.

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About the Park

Rajaji National Park — Uttarakhand's Wild Corridor

820 sq km of Shivalik forest across Haridwar, Dehradun & Pauri Garhwal. Uttarakhand's 2nd Tiger Reserve — one of North India's most important elephant corridors.

We assist with forest permit & gate booking
All safari zones — Chilla to Buffer Area
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Family jeep safari or a dedicated birding trip — we help you choose the right zone.

Tiger Reserve since 2015
Season: Mid-Nov – Mid-Jun
Near Haridwar, Rishikesh & Dehradun

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Two safari shifts daily. Exact gate times confirmed with your booking.

Morning shift: sunrise onward
Evening shift: until sunset
Closed in monsoon (mid-Jun – mid-Nov)

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Rajaji National Park Safari Zones

Choose Your Zone for the Jungle Safari

6 zones, 6 different forests. Swipe to explore →
Images are representative. Sightings are never guaranteed.

Core Zone

Ranipur Zone

Secluded & less-crowded. Elephant corridors, open grassland.

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Conservation Reserve · Year-Round Jhilmil Jheel wetland conservation reserve

Jhilmil Jheel

Birder's favourite wetland. Home to the rare swamp deer.

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⭐ Most Popular Representative image of a Bengal tiger, Chilla Zone, Rajaji National Park

Chilla Zone

Popular zone with good tourist infrastructure. Sightings are never guaranteed.

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Core Zone

Motichur Zone

Quieter than Chilla. Strong elephant movement, sal woodland.

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Core Zone

Mohand Range, Chillawali

Hilly, dense terrain. Great pick for adventure seekers.

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Core / Buffer Gohari and Ramgarh Range Sal forest

Gohari & Ramgarh Range

Lesser-known gateway. Leopard, deer, nilgai & wild boar.

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Glimpses of the Wild

The Jungle, In Frame

Leopard

Elephant Herd

Jeep Safari

Chilla Zone

Jhilmil Jheel

Mohand Range

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Rajaji National Park Safari Pricing

Indicative Safari Cost Guide (2026)

Planning guide only — we confirm the exact amount for your dates.

ItemRate

Park Entry — Indian (per person)₹150

Park Entry — Foreign (per person)₹600

Vehicle Entry Fee (per gypsy)₹250

Gypsy Hire, up to 6 pax (per trip)₹2.5K–4.5K

Naturalist Guide (mandatory, per trip)₹1,000

Canter Safari (per person)₹900–1.2K

Rates vary by zone & season. Park fees are set by the Uttarakhand Forest Department and may change. We confirm the exact amount, including any service fee, before you pay.

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Simple 4-Step Process

How to Book Your Rajaji Safari

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Send Your Enquiry

Form or WhatsApp — your date & zone.

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Get Availability

We check availability and share the final cost.

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Confirm & Pay

Pay by UPI or bank transfer only after you agree to the cost. No payment is taken on this website.

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Get Confirmation

Booking confirmation is shared on WhatsApp. Carry a valid photo ID.

Our Safari Guide

Meet Pankaj Singh Bisht

Safari guide and naturalist with 7 years of experience guiding visitors in Rajaji National Park. He helps you choose the right zone for your interests, such as birdwatching, family safaris or photography.

Email: pnkj61@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +91 95369 25844

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Wildlife Encounters

Animals You May Spot on Safari

Tigers to the rare swamp deer — a wide range of species live here. Sightings are never guaranteed. Images are representative.

Bengal Tiger

Asian Elephant

Leopard

Spotted Deer

Swamp Deer

Great Hornbill

Plan Your Visit

Best Time for Your Safari

⭐ Best

Nov – Feb

Cool weather, popular season

Family Pick

Mar – Apr

Pleasant weather, fewer crowds

Photographers

May – 15 Jun

Waterhole visits, fewer crowds

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FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How do I book a Rajaji National Park Safari online?

Fill the enquiry form on this page with your name, mobile number, preferred date and safari zone, or message us directly on WhatsApp at 95369 25844. Our team checks availability, helps arrange the forest permit and shares the final cost with you before you pay. No payment is taken on this website.

02 Which is the best zone for a Jungle Safari?

Chilla Zone is the most popular zone and has good tourist infrastructure. Motichur Zone offers a quieter forest, while Jhilmil Jheel is well suited to birdwatching. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed in any zone.

03 What is the Rajaji Safari Pricing for 2026?

Safari pricing depends on the zone, vehicle type and group size, and typically includes the forest entry permit, gypsy hire and guide charges. Rates differ for Indian and foreign nationals. Exact figures are confirmed at booking since the Forest Department revises fees seasonally.

04 What are the safari timings?

The park runs two safari shifts daily — a morning shift starting around sunrise and an afternoon/evening shift ending around sunset. Exact timings shift slightly with the season and are shared with you at the time of confirmation.

05 When does the park stay open for jungle safari?

The core safari season runs from mid-November to mid-June. The park remains closed for core-zone safaris during the monsoon months, though some buffer areas may stay open through the year.

06 Is a private vehicle allowed inside the park?

No. Only registered forest-department gypsies and authorised safari vehicles are permitted inside the core safari zones. Visitors must book a seat or a full vehicle through an authorised safari operator.

07 Is tiger sighting guaranteed on a Rajaji Safari?

No sighting in a wild forest is ever guaranteed. Tigers, leopards and elephants live in the reserve, but sightings depend on luck, season and zone. We never promise or guarantee a sighting.

08 Are you the Forest Department or an official website?

No. Trails & Pug Marks is an independent, privately owned booking facilitator and is not affiliated with the Uttarakhand Forest Department. Permits, safari zones, timings and fees are set by the Forest Department.

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How we use your details

Last updated: 30 September 2026. Trails & Pug Marks is based in Raiwala, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.

What we collect: the name, mobile number, preferred date, zone, number of guests and message you enter in the enquiry form or send on WhatsApp.
Why: only to reply to your enquiry, check availability and arrange your booking.
Payments: this website does not take payments and does not store card or bank details.
Sharing: we do not sell your data. We share guest details only where needed to arrange your booking, or where the law requires.
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Your choices: to view, correct or delete your data, email pnkj61@gmail.com or call +91 95369 25844.

Terms & Refund

Booking terms

We are an independent booking facilitator. We are not the Forest Department or a government website.
Permits, zones, timings, fees and rules are set by the Uttarakhand Forest Department and may change or be closed by the authorities.
Prices on this page are indicative. The final amount, including any service fee, is confirmed with you before you pay.
Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
A booking is confirmed only after we share your booking confirmation. Carry a valid photo ID for every guest.
Cancellation and refunds: if a permit has not been issued, we refund the amount paid minus bank charges. Once a permit is issued, refunds follow the Forest Department's rules. If the park or a zone is closed by the authorities, we help you reschedule or claim a refund. To cancel, call +91 95369 25844 or email pnkj61@gmail.com.

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Trails & Pug MarksIndependent Rajaji Safari Booking Assistance

Local Team.Clear Guidance.

Zone Expertise

Permit Booking Assistance

Clear Pricing

Quick WhatsApp Reply

Rajaji National Park — Uttarakhand's Wild Corridor

Choose Your Zone for the Jungle Safari

Ranipur Zone

Jhilmil Jheel

Chilla Zone

Motichur Zone

Mohand Range, Chillawali

Gohari & Ramgarh Range

The Jungle, In Frame

Indicative Safari Cost Guide (2026)

How to Book Your Rajaji Safari

Send Your Enquiry

Get Availability

Confirm & Pay

Get Confirmation

Meet Pankaj Singh Bisht

Send Your Safari Enquiry

Enquiry Sent!

Animals You May Spot on Safari

Best Time for Your Safari

Nov – Feb

Mar – Apr

May – 15 Jun

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready for Your Rajaji Adventure?

How we use your details

Booking terms

Trails & Pug Marks
Independent Rajaji Safari Booking Assistance

Local Team.
Clear Guidance.