Corbett in November – worth the time and money?

hfot2 · Jul 10th, 2009, 04:17

We're sketching out a trip that will take us near Corbett National Park in November, just after they've opened for the season.

I understand that tigers are most likely to be seen only at the other end of the season, say in May and June.

Given that we'd like to see tiger, is there any point in our stopping at Corbett National Park in November?

tigerbob123 · Jul 11th, 2009, 12:35

November is not a good time as the park is opening after the monsoons. The undergrowth will be thick - reducing visibility. Also, if you are planning to stay inside the park , the buildings and their linen will be damp. This is because the buildings and the linen would have been under lock and key for the period that the park was closed, and they are opened just when the park opens for tourists.
March / April is definitely the better period in every way - weather wise, and wildlife viewing wise.

hfot2 · Jul 13th, 2009, 22:06

Thank you tigerbob123 for your very specific information.

The advice about the dampness in the buildings is useful and that information, plus the poor visibility due to thick undergrowth as you mention, makes it easier to decide not to go in November.

distaff half of hfot2

delhiwala · Jul 14th, 2009, 02:04

yes ! Summers are the best season for Tiger Spotting.

They need to frequent waterholes.....

genegenie68 · Jul 14th, 2009, 02:08

I was there this past January and saw three tigers. In fact, everyone I talked to while staying there had seen at least one tiger. The damp conditions in November would be enough to keep me away at that time, however.

Jul 10th, 2009, 04:17	#1
hfot2 MemberS Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Vermont Posts: 647	Corbett in November – worth the time and money? We're sketching out a trip that will take us near Corbett National Park in November, just after they've opened for the season. I understand that tigers are most likely to be seen only at the other end of the season, say in May and June. Given that we'd like to see tiger, is there any point in our stopping at Corbett National Park in November?

Jul 11th, 2009, 12:35	#2
tigerbob123 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 4	Corbett in November November is not a good time as the park is opening after the monsoons. The undergrowth will be thick - reducing visibility. Also, if you are planning to stay inside the park , the buildings and their linen will be damp. This is because the buildings and the linen would have been under lock and key for the period that the park was closed, and they are opened just when the park opens for tourists. March / April is definitely the better period in every way - weather wise, and wildlife viewing wise.

Jul 14th, 2009, 02:04	#4
delhiwala IM what IM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indeyah ! Posts: 4,817	yes ! Summers are the best season for Tiger Spotting. They need to frequent waterholes..... __________________ Travel only with thy equals or thy betters; if there are none, travel alone. - The Dhammapada

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Jul 13th, 2009, 22:06	#3
hfot2 MemberS Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Vermont Posts: 647	Thank you tigerbob123 for your very specific information. The advice about the dampness in the buildings is useful and that information, plus the poor visibility due to thick undergrowth as you mention, makes it easier to decide not to go in November. distaff half of hfot2

Jul 14th, 2009, 02:08	#5
genegenie68 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northern California Posts: 48	I was there this past January and saw three tigers. In fact, everyone I talked to while staying there had seen at least one tiger. The damp conditions in November would be enough to keep me away at that time, however.