How to Reach Rajaji National Park from Delhi
By Train
Rishikesh, located at a distance of 18 km is the nearest railway station to reach the national park. In addition to this, Haridwar (24 km) and Dehradun (56 km) are the other two nearest railheads.
By Air
Jolly Grant (Dehradun) is the nearest airport to reach Rajaji National Park. The airport is located at a distance of 35km. There are taxis and cabs available on hire.
By Road
The road stretch from Delhi is of about 223 km. There are buses, cabs and private taxis available to reach the national park.
Attractions in Rajaji National Park
Chandi Devi Temple
The ancient temple, built in 1929 by Suchat Singh (King of Kashmir), is a must visit. The temple is beautifully located on Neel Parvat near, a hillock.
Safari
Safari is the best way to explore the best of the national park. One can either enjoy the safari by nature walk or by vehicle.
Bird Watching:
The national park is a paradise for birdwatchers. There are myriads of native and migratory birds.
Important Information
- Area: 820 sq km
- Altitude: 302 m to 1000 m
- Geographical Coordinates: 78°10′22″E Longitude and 30°03′29″N Latitude
- Temperature: Summer 32°C to 45°C; Winter 20°C to 25°C
- Flora: Rohini, Shisham, Palash, Khair, Semul, Chamaror, Kachnar, Chilla, Amaltas, Sal, Arjun, Baans, Sandan, Aonla, Ber, Bel, etc.
- Mammals: Cheetal, Sambar Deer, Nilgai, Asian Elephants, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Goral, etc.
- Birds: Babbler, Chestnut-Tailed Starling, Drongo Cuckoo, Oriental Pied Hornbill, Lineted Barbet, Black Hooded Oriole, Woodpeckers, Crimson Sunbird, Thrushes, Rusty Cheeked Scimitar, Golden-Spectacled Warbler, Brown Hawk-Owl, Slaty Headed Parakeets, Red Jungle Fowl, Crested Kingfishers, Khaleej Pheasant, Finches, etc.
- Reptile: Pythons, Common Krait, Monitor Lizard, King Cobra, Indian Cobra, etc.
- Pisces: Goonch, Kalabasu, Trout, Chilwa, Mahaseer, etc.
- Opening Hours: 6:00 am to 9:00 am; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm