Ride a majestic elephant through the tall grasslands of Corbett — the most silent, eco-friendly, and royal way to experience the wild up close.
Riding a majestic elephant through the tall grasslands of Corbett is a royal and eco-friendly way to explore the wild. Secure a seat on this silent giant to track wildlife deep inside the buffer forests.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: By orders of the Honorable Supreme Court and Forest Department, elephant safaris are strictly prohibited inside the core zones of the National Park to promote animal welfare. Currently, elephant safaris are conducted exclusively in the beautiful Sitabani Forest / Corbett Landscape area surrounding the reserve.
| Safari Zones | Sitabani Forest / Corbett Landscape Zone (Buffer area) |
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| Safari Duration | Approx. 1.5 to 2 Hours |
| Indian Nationals Rate | ₹3,500 / Elephant (Includes permit, ride charges, and forest fee) |
| Foreign Nationals Rate | ₹6,000 / Elephant (Includes permit, ride charges, and forest fee) |
| Capacity | Maximum 4 Persons (plus 1 child under 5 years) are allowed on one elephant. |
| Inclusions | Forest entry permit, elephant ride charges, forest guides, and coordination service fee. |
The Mahout (elephant rider/driver) knows the elephant's behavior perfectly. Always follow his instructions during the safari.
Avoid shouting or making sudden noises. Elephants are sensitive to loud sounds, and high volume may disturb other forest animals.
Do not attempt to feed, touch, or tease the elephants or any other wild animals encountered during the ride.
A maximum of 4 adults are allowed to ride on a single elephant. This limit is strictly enforced for the comfort and safety of the animal.
Since the number of elephants is very limited and permits are strictly capped, on-the-spot booking is highly difficult. We strongly advise booking at least 30 days in advance.
Yes, it is generally very safe. The wooden/metal saddle (Howdah) is securely mounted. However, climbing up/down requires moderate mobility. Children under 5 years must sit on their parents' lap.
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