Rajaji National Park Safari Booking 2026
Book your Rajaji Tiger Reserve jeep safari online with Veeru Negi, a Forest Department–certified naturalist guiding in Rajaji since 2011. Choose from Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur, Jhilmil & Mohand zones.
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Rajaji National Park Jungle Safari
Rajaji National Park offers guided jungle safari and jeep safari bookings inside the Rajaji Tiger Reserve, with transparent, budget-friendly entry and vehicle charges. Complete your Rajaji National Park safari booking online for the 2026 season and explore the reserve’s core zones aboard an open 4×4 jeep.
Choose from six safari zones based on availability and your interest — Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur, Jhilmil Jheel, Gohari, or Chillawali. Each zone offers a different safari experience, from tiger territory to elephant corridors and wetland birdwatching trails.
Rajaji is home to dense sal forests, open meadows, and over 500 Asian elephants, along with a growing population of Bengal tigers, leopards, spotted deer, and 400+ recorded bird species — making it one of North India’s richest wildlife habitats. Photography is allowed across most zones, though flash photography is restricted near animals to avoid disturbing them.
2026 Update: A new tiger, relocated from Corbett Tiger Reserve, has now settled into Rajaji, adding to the park’s rising tiger count. With sightings on the increase this season, now is the best time to book your Rajaji jungle safari. Call or WhatsApp 09917606031 for instant online and offline safari bookings.
Quick Information
Best Season to Visit
March to June
Park Timings
Morning: 6 AM to 9 AM
Evening: 3 PM to 6 PM
Famous For
Rajaji is renowned for its large elephant population. It also houses tigers, leopards, spotted deer, and a variety of bird species.
Vegetation
Reserves’s forests include Sal, Semul, Bamboo Groves, Ber, Rohini, Khair, Shisham, Palash, Arjun, Kachnar, Amaltas, and Dhak. The park also has some of the rare and threatened plants.
Places to Stay
Government-operated cottages within the park and other various stay options are available in nearby towns like Haridwar and Dehradun.
Nearby Places
Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Dehradun.
Why Rajaji National Park For Jungle Safari
Rajaji National Park (Rajaji Tiger Reserve) is one of North India’s most rewarding wildlife destinations, spread across Haridwar, Dehradun, and Pauri Garhwal. Home to over 500 Asian elephants, 50+ Bengal tigers, and 400+ bird species, it offers a quieter, more authentic jungle safari experience than more crowded reserves. In 2026, Rajaji continues its focus on eco-tourism through the Rajaji-Raghati Biosphere initiative — India’s first biosphere project inside a tiger reserve.
What We Offer
Rajaji National Park aims to strike a balance between protecting nature and providing opportunities for human interaction and benefit. We provide chances for jungle safaris and bird watching for nature lovers. We also have different places to stay near the national park.
JUNGLE SAFARI
Jungle safaris are an awesome experience. It takes a lot of patience to face a wild encounter. On the safari, you can see many wild animals. These include leopards, tigers, sambar, Himalayan black bears, Asian elephants, king cobras, and barking deer.
BIRDWATCHING
Perfect bird-watching destination, with more than 350 species of endemic and resident birds, passage, and migratory birds. There is a great variety of birds in Rajaji. The 9 main species are the great hornbill, pied hornbill, varieties of woodpeckers, and winter-migratory birds.
STAY IN RAJAJI
If you want to feel the thrill of seeing wildlife, complete your Rajaji National Park safari booking for a stay-and-safari package. We offer Rajaji National Park jungle safari tour packages for 1, 2, or 3 nights. These tours let you enjoy the beauty and mystery of the reserve.
Rajaji National Park Tickets Price
| Category | Indians | Foreigners |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Fee per Person | Rs. 150 | Rs. 600 |
| Vehicle Entry Fee (Jeep) | Rs. 250 | Rs. 500 |
| Guide Fee (General) | Rs. 600 | Rs. 600 |
| Guide Fee (Experienced Bird/Wildlife) | Rs. 1000-1500 | Rs. 1000-1500 |
| Still Camera Fee (Foreigners only) | – | Rs. 50 |
| Video Camera Fee | Rs. 2500 | Rs. 5000 |
ABOUT RAJAJI TIGER RESERVE
Rajaji Tiger Reserve is a famous wildlife sanctuary in Uttarakhand, India. It spanned three districts: Haridwar, Dehradun, and Pauri Garhwal. It is an amazing place for bird lovers.
The Rajaji Tiger Reserve was established in 1936 and covers an area of 1,075 square kilometres. This hotspot of biodiversity invites you to a unique safari ride from November through June. It is named after C. Rajagopalachari, the first and last Governor-General of independent India.
Rajaji Tiger Reserve is another name for Rajaji National Park and is popular for its rich biodiversity. A Rajaji National Park jeep safari is the only way to visit the park and see the animals in their natural habitat.”
The park is also known for one of the best jungle safaris in India because of its Royal Bengal tigers and other animals like elephants, leopards, and black bears. For bird lovers, there are many kinds of birds, like the Himalayan eagle and the osprey.
With its rivers, grassy areas, and forests, the park offers beautiful natural scenery and a wonderful habitat for wildlife.
Safari Ranges in Rajaji National Park
Motichur Range
The Motichur Range in the Rajaji National Park provides a great jungle safari experience. You can enjoy a 20–25 km ride through thick forests, dry riverbanks, and tall sal trees. Visitors can see wildlife like tigers, leopards, elephants, and deer. They can also spot sambar, nilgai, wild boar, and many birds, including hornbills and woodpeckers.
Mohand Range
Mohand Range near Dehradun is a fantastic destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Accessible via the Saharanpur-Dehradun National Highway, the park offers a 35-kilometre safari where you may spot leopards, elephants, tigers, deer, and over 300 bird species. Its forests and hills also provide great opportunities for hiking, camping, and picnicking.
Chilla Range
Chilla Range Rajaji National Park is renowned for its high tiger population and is the most popular safari destination. Spanning over 820 sq km, this zone features dense forests, grassy meadows, and perennial rivers. Visitors can take open jeep safaris to see tigers, leopards, wild boars, and more than 150 bird species. This includes hornbills and woodpeckers.
Ranipur Range
Ranipur Range in Rajaji National Park is an important home for elephants. Situated near Haridwar, this area has thick forests, open grasslands, and water sources, which help elephants live happily. It offers safe paths for them to move around and supports efforts to protect wildlife. Visitors can see elephants in their natural habitat.
Ramgarh Range
Ramgarh Range near Dehradun serves as a lesser-known gateway to the Jungle Safari in Rajaji National Park. This scenic area includes dense Sal forests. The area hosts various wildlife like elephants, leopards, deer, nilgai, monkeys, and wild boars. Nature lovers and photographers enjoy its peaceful beauty and wonderful shade.
Jhilmil Jheel Range
Explore the Jhilmil Jheel Range in Rajaji Tiger Reserve, a peaceful spot where green forests meet clear lakes. A great place for animal lovers exists, featuring many birds and colorful plants to see. A perfect spot exists to see birds like the spot-billed duck, painted stork, and Indian roller. You can also spot the crested eagle and kingfishers.
RAJAJI TIGER RESERVE HARIDWAR
Rajaji Tiger Reserve in Haridwar is a great wildlife sanctuary known for its rich variety of animals and plants. Safari zones in Haridwar include Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur, and Beribara giving a different experience for visitors.
While Motichur is famous for spotting tigers and leopards, a Chilla zone is a great place for seeing elephants and deer. You can take safaris in jeeps or on elephants to see the wildlife and natural beauty of Rajaji.
RAJAJI TIGER RESERVE DEHRADUN
Rajaji Tiger Reserve in Dehradun is an expansive wildlife area that covers 820 square kilometers. They named it after C. Rajagopalachari, a famous freedom fighter.
The reserve is home to many animals like tigers, leopards, elephants, and more than 300 kinds of birds. It has a mix of forests, grasslands, and rivers. Visitors can continue safaris, watch birds, and explore nature trails.
FLORA & FAUNA RAJAJI TIGER RESERVE
Flora
The park has many types of plants. It includes broadleaved deciduous forests with sal, teak, and peepal trees. There are also river plants along the Ganges. You can find scrubland, grasslands, and pine forests in the higher areas.
Fauna
Rajaji is home to a rich wildlife. Mammals like elephants, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, deer, monkeys, jungle cats, and jackals thrive here. The park is a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including peacocks, hornbills, and migratory birds. You can also find reptiles like pythons and monitor lizards.
Map Of Rajaji National Park
RAJAJI NATIONAL PARK SAFARI BOOKING
Rajaji National Park safari booking is available online or at the park’s entrance. Booking your Rajaji National Park jungle safari online is best during busy seasons, but you can also get a permit at the park office for last-minute plans. Entry permits support conservation efforts.
A guide will join you on the safari, sharing fun facts about the park’s animals like elephants, tigers, and colorful birds. They’ll also provide checklists to make your visit more exciting.
Forests are homes for wildlife and vital ecosystems where every plant and animal plays an important role. Whether it’s a day trip or an overnight stay, seeing animals in the wild is unforgettable. Bring binoculars to spot wildlife and enjoy stunning views. Book early during peak times to secure your spot!
How to Reach
By Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is about 33-40 km from the park. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a local bus to reach the park.
By Rail
The closest railway stations are in Haridwar (8-9 km) and Rishikesh (14-25 km). Both stations are well-connected to major cities across India. From these stations, you can take a taxi or a bus to the park.
By Road
Rajaji National Park is accessible via several entry gates:
Chilla Gate: Accessible from Haridwar (8 km) and Rishikesh (14 km).
Motichur Gate: Near Dehradun (50 km).
Ranipur Gate: Near Haridwar (70 km).