Dhikala Forest Lodge in Corbett Park

Managed by the forest division that is working under the organization of Corbett National Park, Dhikala forest lodge is situated in the center of Corbett national park. Entrance gate for Dhikala is the famous Dhangadi gate. At this point you are required to show your permits to the forest guards for entry.

All about Dhikala forest lodge

This beautiful lodge is approximately 30 kms from the Dhangadi gate and takes roughly 1 hour to cover this distance if you have a fast driver. The trip from Dhangadi gate to the Dhikala forest lodge is very adventurous and you need to go through thick sal forest and the Ramganga River along with many cyclic rivers. On the way you will come across wildlife like herds of deer, Sambhar, Barking deer, Monitor Lizard Elephants, Fox, Barasinga and Hyena, and above all if you are fortunate enough Tigers as well. Since, Dhikala forest lodge is based in the center, the place is perfect for the wildlife lovers.

Accommodation in Dhikala Forest Lodge

The lodge comprises of two wings that is old and new and both these have rooms and dormitory accommodation.In all it has 32 rooms that can be segregated into 6 wings. There are 4 New forest rooms, 5 old forest rooms, 6 Hutment, 6 cabins, 7 Annexe and 4 all range quarters.

Facilities and Amenities

The accomodation in the Dhikala forest lodge is not a luxurious ones but all the 32 rooms have attached washrooms with round the clock running hot and cold water. Though the 2 dormitories which has 12 beds and has a common bathroom. The lodge is well protected with an enclosed solar hedge or a barrier to keep away the wild animals. The rooms are very spacious and airy and it has 2 canteens and one of the canteen has the buffet option which is affordable. The food quality here is reasonably good and cleanliness too is remarkable.

Entry time for Dhikala Range

You can enter the Dhikala range through the Dhangadi Gate and the timing is morning 10 am to 4 pm in the evening.

How to Book Dhikala Lodge

Owing to its outstanding location in the center area of the amazing Corbett national park, the place is always over crowded and there is a perpetual flow of tourists in this lodge. The wildlife enthusiast loves coming here and take pleasure in staying over here. As there are a limited number of rooms over here it is advisable to book the lodge in advance to avoid any inconvenience. Dhikala forest lodge can be booked online by visiting its official website.

Reaching Dhikala: You can reach Dhikala by gate Dhangadi that is barely 30 Kms from this wonderful forest lodge. Dhikala is 300 kms from New Delhi and one can comfortably cover this distance by road, train and by air as well. On the whole a wonderful place that one would visit time and again and always treasure the moments spent here.