30‑Person Budget Expedition from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park

Day 1: Departure & Arrival

Morning: The group will depart Delhi early by chartered coach, enjoying the scenic drive through Meerut and Roorkee (≈6 hours). Stop briefly at a highway dhaba for tea and refreshments.

Afternoon: Arrival at the selected budget resort near Corbett National Park for check‑in and a welcome lunch featuring local Garhwali cuisine. A short briefing on park rules and safety is provided.

Evening: After a brief rest, the guests can stroll around the resort’s nature trail, spotting birds and small wildlife near the Kosi River. A campfire dinner with storytelling about Jim Corbett concludes the day.

Day 2: Safari Adventures

Morning: Early breakfast followed by a full‑day jeep safari in the Dhikala Zone, the park’s premier wildlife area. Guides will point out tigers, elephants, and a variety of bird species.

Afternoon: After a packed lunch at the safari base, the group moves to the Bijrani Zone for a second safari, offering a different habitat with chances to see leopards and sloth bears.

Evening: Return to the resort for a relaxed dinner. Optional cultural program featuring folk dances from Uttarakhand can be arranged for those interested.

Day 3: Heritage & Return

Morning: Check‑out after breakfast and visit the Corbett Museum to learn about the legendary hunter‑conservationist. Continue to the panoramic Kainchi Danda Viewpoint for sunrise over the Himalayas.

Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant serving Kumaoni thali, then board the coach for the drive back to Delhi. Brief stops for photo‑ops at historic sites along the route.

Evening: Arrival in Delhi by early evening, with drop‑off at the designated meeting point. The group can unwind or continue onward to their next destination.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Chartered coach (Delhi ↔ Corbett, 2 trips) – 12 hrs total – ₹1,80,000
• Budget resort accommodation (2 nights, double occupancy) – 15 hrs total – ₹2,70,000
• Dhikala Zone safari (jeep, guide, permit) – 4 hrs – ₹3,60,000
• Bijrani Zone safari (jeep, guide, permit) – 3 hrs – ₹2,70,000
• Corbett Museum entry & guide – 1.5 hrs – ₹45,000
• Kainchi Danda viewpoint (transport & guide) – 2 hrs – ₹30,000
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 3 days) – 9 hrs total – ₹2,25,000
• Campfire evening & cultural program – 2 hrs – ₹30,000
• Miscellaneous (permits, insurance, water) – – ₹45,000
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹16,95,000

Tips

For a richer wildlife experience, consider extending the trip to 4‑5 days to include additional safari zones such as Ramnagar and Garpanchal. If time is limited, you can condense the itinerary to a 2‑day version by focusing on a single zone safari and skipping the museum visit, which will reduce both travel time and overall cost.