Jhirna Zone
A safari zone in the southern part of Corbett, open year-round. Elephant herds, sloth bears, and occasionally tigers are seen in its dry woodlands, and it can be entered during monsoon season.
Jhirna Zone lies in the southern part of the Corbett Tiger Reserve, with its entrance at Kolhi Gate, about 16 km west of Ramnagar. This was once a village. After 1994, the villagers moved out and the fields reverted to grassland. It is now an important habitat for elephants, sloth bears, wild boar, and birds, and tigers are occasionally seen. Because the terrain is relatively flat and the roads are good, it is one of the few safari zones open year-round. It is a good choice during monsoon season or when Dhikala or Bijrani is fully booked. The Jhirna Forest Rest House, built in 1908, is located in the zone. Permits must also be booked in advance on the official website.
Opening hours
Year-round; morning show approx. 06:00, afternoon show approx. 14:00
Nearby sights
- Dhela Zone
- Dhikala Zone
- Ramganga Reservoir (Kalagarh Dam)
- Bijrani Zone
- Durga Devi Zone
- Kosi River, Ramnagar
- Garjia Devi Temple
- Sitabani Forest & Temple