Ride into the Wild - Safari Begins Here!

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) has more than forest to offer, it is a request to enter the soul of the wild. Dense sal forests, wide grasses, canals, and swamps provide perfect habitat opportunities to tigers, leopards, swamp deer, and hundreds of species of birds that characterize the reserve. The fun thing about experiencing this zestful wild is to go on its Jungle Safari which is designed to thrill as well as nature lovers.

Jungle Gypsy Safari

The highlight of any visit to PTR is the Gypsy Jungle Safari. In an adventure open-top caravan together with the guides and professional drivers, visitors have the opportunity to come face to face with everything they can about indiscoverable wildlife and jungle soundtrack, the exciting picture of the forest, and much more. Every scene of the safari is an unveiling drama; whether it is tiger pugmarks or herds of chital and myriads of birdlife.

Safari Zones

Jungle safari is done in buffer and core areas especially permitted areas of the reserve and one of the most beautiful aspects of the same is the Chuka Eco-Tourism Spot better known as the only forest beach in Uttar Pradesh. Chuka Beach is the place where the wildness of the jungle and the calmness of the water intersect as it can be seen overlooking the Sharda Sagar Dam. The safari tracks usually go around this quiet location as it is an opportunity that one rarely gets to see nature in a split personality and savage simultaneously.

PTR provides safari in several zones which are all interesting and have diverse wildlife richness:

Mahof Gate (Zone 1) - The most calm and wildlife-infested entry of Pilibhit Tiger reserve is Mahof Gate. This area is covered with sal forests, which are great in terms of tiger sightseeing and also provide deer and colorful birds. The fact that it is located in a quiet environment creates an ideal location to nature lovers and photographers.

Barahi Gate (Zone 2) - Barahi Gate has created an alternate safari path in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve that has extensive grasslands, abundant flora and more tiger mobility. It is an ideal place where adventurous tourists will find new territories of wildlife, open open landscapes in association with adventurous jungle safari.

Mustafabad Gate (Flexible Zone Access) - Mustafabad Gate has options of either Zone 1 or Zone 2, depending on the availability of permits. This is the only benefit that gives visitors the opportunity to choose the optimal route to take during their safari on the actual day of traveling, leaving them with the best possibilities of sightseeing wildlife and tigers.

Each of the zones is different and possesses its ecology and diversity of wildlife.

Timings & Seasons in Safari

Safaris take place twice a day:

• Morning Safari: 6:30 AM -10:30 AM
• Evening Safari: 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM

The above might be slightly different according to the season, and the forest department rules.

Safari Season

PTR is open to tourism between the 15th of November and to 15th of June every season. The winter months of December to March are the best times to see tigers and watch birds but the warm months of April and May are better months to go and get a better chance to see big cats, but mind the heat.

Safari and Jungle Experience

A jungle safari in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is an experience closer to the world of the wild. The reserve is located in the green Terai area of Uttar Pradesh and hence all nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and bird watchers, this reserve is a perfect place to enjoy or spend their time. It is known to have diverse flora and fauna with peaceful forest roads, a safari here is never a sightseeing event; it is a memory-making and a bond with nature.

The adjoining Chuka Beach which has tree huts and Tharu huts gives a rustic but comfortable experience to a visitor who wants to stay amidst the chirping of the birds and the blowing of the wind.

Safari Booking Information

Online Booking: It is possible to book the safaris online on our site or other licensed sites.

On-the-Spot Booking: There are a number of reservations at Mahof and Mustafabad tourism facilities. Reservation in advance is advisable, particularly during weekends and holiday periods.

Documents Needed: All members need a valid ID proof (Aadhar, Passport, etc) during booking and during entry.

Safari Fees & Charges: Depends on the vehicle, the zone, and nationality. Indian and foreign tourists will be charged special rates. Fees on camera may be present on professional equipment.

There are tour operators and local lodges that may sometimes help in making bookings and may offer a package deal that involves a stay, food, and safari.

Scenery Safari Stops

On your safari you are going to encounter numerous panoramic viewing points and natural landmarks that increase your wilderness experience:

• Jhand Taal: It is a beautiful wetland, where you can see water birds, bring your quiet moments of reflection here.
• Bifurcation Point: An awesome area where two trails in the forests part ways in their own directions- representing your choices when in the jungle.
• Siphon Canal Point: See the clear water flowing in the canals, which makes a serene environment in the wild environment.
• Sunset and Sunrise Points: they are the locations to get a stunning view of the forest in the glow of dawn or dusk, which is a great scene to photograph and even to take some time to contemplate.
• Python Point: It is a place of sightings of large pythons as they sunbathe in sunny areas- this area elicits curiosity and wonder.
• Barahasingha Tal: a beautiful-looking waterbody in which the swamp deer may frequently be seen grazing or wading.
• Crocodile Point: Just as it is referred to on the map, you just may see marsh crocodiles sleeping on shores--best looked at with caution.

Directions to Visitors

All visitors are bound to follow the following rules of the forest to maintain a safe and environmental-friendly experience:

• Do not mistreat wildlife, do not get too close to animals, or even provoke them.
• Keep quiet when on safari to have more sightings.
• Do not litter anything. Choose greener products and waste the waste properly.
• The use of smoking and alcohol is totally banned within the reserve.
• No feeding should be done to animals and they should not be released from the vehicle during the safari.
• Do whatever your guide tells you.
• Photo is permitted, no flash or any loud sounds.

PTR is a preserved area and each and every visitor has a contribution to make in safeguarding it. Responsible tourism is making sure that these beautiful forests and their wild population are growing securely into future generations.

Wildlife Encounters

Prepare yourself to see some of India's most classic wild creatures as your gypsy speeds through the thick Sal forests and narrow grassland trails. Royal Bengal Tiger, leopard, swamp deer (Barasingha), wild boars, sloth bears, and jackals have their home in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. And maybe by a stroke of fortune and a lot of patience, you will get a look right into a tiger, as he creeps along through the bushes.

Other usually observed animals are spotted deer, langurs, and Indian foxes. Always have your camera, because one never knows what will come along.

Birdwatching and Aviary Diversity

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is also a paradise for bird watchers. Over 400 species of birds are noted here such as painted storks, kingfishers, woodpeckers, hornbills, and eagles. Winter migratory birds further supplement this and this town is an all-year-round birding attraction site for ornithologists and other casual nature lovers.

Such important views as Birding Point, Jhand Taal, and Otter Point are superb places to spend time viewing these feathered wonders in their natural habitat. Occasional sightings of these playful mammals swimming along the canals also occur in Otter Point.

A jungle safari at Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is not a simple ride in any forest but a ride in India's natural inheritance. Hunting down tigers, trying to hear the bird calls, and being in the midst of Chuka Beach and admiring the beauty of, this experience is a sure cell reviver, a feeling changer, and an exciting enthusiast.

Not afraid of the roar of the wild? Book your jungle safari and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the wild beauty of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve.