The only way to enter Dhikala for day visitors. A 16-seater open mini-bus that takes you deep into the core zone — affordable, shared, and full of wildlife drama.
The Canter is the only vehicle permitted to take day visitors into the legendary Dhikala core zone. It's an affordable shared safari that gives you access to Corbett's deepest, most wildlife-rich landscapes without needing a night-stay permit.
Day visitors cannot take private jeeps into Dhikala — the shared canter is the only permitted way to explore this core zone.
Priced per seat, making it the most economical way to experience the premium Dhikala zone on a budget.
Comfortable open-roof mini-bus seating up to 16 guests with a registered forest guide on board.
Dhikala's vast grasslands and Ramganga riverbed make it Corbett's best zone for tiger sightings.
Crosses the iconic Dhikala chaur (grassland) and stops at the famous Dhikala watchtower viewpoint.
Morning and afternoon shifts run daily from Dhangari gate, each lasting about 4–5 hours.
Per-seat pricing for the shared Dhikala canter safari. Departs from Dhangari gate, Ramnagar.
Note: Prices are per person / per seat. Only 2 canters run per shift with 16 seats each, so advance online booking is essential — permits sell out quickly during peak season.
| Indian Nationals | Approx. ₹1,500 – ₹1,800 per seat (morning or afternoon shift) |
| Foreign Nationals | Approx. ₹3,000 – ₹3,500 per seat (higher forest permit fee) |
| Safari Duration | Approx. 4 to 5 hours per shift (Morning: 6:30 AM — 11:30 AM, Afternoon: 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM, seasonal) |
| Seating Capacity | 16 passengers per canter, with a registered forest guide |
| Departure Point | Dhangari Gate, near Ramnagar (reporting 30 min before shift) |
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| Not Included | Hotel pickup & drop, meals, professional camera fees |
The Dhikala canter operates only from mid-November to mid-June. Reporting time is 30 minutes before departure.
Only 2 canters (32 seats total) are allowed per shift inside Dhikala. During weekends, holidays and peak wildlife season (Mar–Jun), permits sell out days in advance. We strongly recommend booking at least 7–10 days ahead.
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Only 32 canter seats run daily into Dhikala — call us early to reserve yours before they're gone.
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