Rajaji Tiger Reserve National Park

Flora & Fauna in Rajaji Tiger Reserve National Park Rajaji Tiger Reserve ,  comprising of varied ecosystems like grasslands, river in forests and the slopes of the Shiwaliks make it a storehouse of floral and faunal diversity. The trees, shrubs, orchids, fungi, mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects make exploring the reserve an adventurous experience. Rajaji represents floral elements of both the Himalayan and the Upper Gangetic Plains. Owing to its location between both these bio- geographic regions ,  it is home to one of the most diverse ranges of wildlife habitats in the country. The eight major forest types including the Western Gangetic Moist, Northern Dry Deciduous and Khair-Sissoo forests in the southern slopes, the Low Alluvial Savannah Woodlands in the southern margins of the reserve, and the Shiwalik Chir-Pine forests in the higher reaches of the hills make this area rich of biodiversity. The majestic sal along with its associates dominate...

Rajaji Tiger Reserve National Park Ranipur Tourism Zone  is situated on the western side of the reserve. Chances of sighting of nilgai, deer, wild boar, pheasants, leopards, and elephants are high in this zone. It is just 5 km from Haridwar BBHEl Gate no. 3, on the Haridwar Mohand Road. The FRH’s at Ranipur and Barbara are also located in this zone. Hathiwala circuit of approx 12km has been opened to visitors in 2015. It may be accessed by the road leading to Sureshwari Devi temple from the entry gate. It is the slightly tricky route with narrow passes and is allowed only if accompanied by forest staff. The circuit ends at the Harnol Chowki which is 12 km from the Ranipur FRH. Mohand Tourism Zone  is on the Delhi-Dunderhead National Highway 72A. A 13Km drive through Chillawali range to the Dholkhand FRH crossing Chillawali and Andheri rau is very interesting and assures sighting of Cheetal, Sambhar, Nilgai, and other animals through the mixed forests. The Mohand mac...