Dudhwa National Park or the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve residing the areas of Lakhimpur & Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh, lying adjacent to the Indo-Nepal border bringing together two most incredible sanctuaries of the area namely, Kishanpur and Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuaries to represent the excellent natural forests and greenery along the Terai region.
The Kishanpur Sanctuary lies in the Lakhimpur- Kheri and Shahajahanpur districts in Uttar Pradesh.Spreading across an expanse of 811 sq km beholding the nature lovers with marshes, grasslands and dense forests, the area is actually meant for tremendous counts of Swamp Deer and Tigers species. The area of the Park is composed of a vast alluvial plain along the tributaries of Mohana and Suheli, interspersed with numerous rivulets, lakes and pools.
Dudhwa attracts the visitors with its two core area as Dudhwa National Park and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary which are separated by each other with an area of 15 kms agricultural land.
This park is home for over 38 species of mammals, 16 species of reptiles and numerous species of birds.
Tiger, Rhinoceros, Swamp deer, Elephant, Sambar, Hog deer, Cheetal, Kakar, Wild pig, Rhesus monkey, Langur, Sloth bear, Blue bull, Porcupine, Otter, Turtles, Python, Monitor lizard, Mugger, Gharial etc.Nearly 1300 birds found in the Indian subcontinent, over 450 species can be seen in Dudhwa Reserve.
How to Reach –
Nearest Airport – Lucknow – 240 Kms
Nearest Railway Station – Lucknow – 240 Kms
Shahjahanpur – 112 Kms
Best time to Visit –
November – February – These are the ideal months to visit this park as animals can be easily spotted while sun basking.
March – June – Summers are hot and humid here and animals can be spotted lying near water bodies.
Safaris
Four wheeler open gypsy takes you to the core and buffer tourism zone of the park for Safaris.
Regular Safari – Two Safaris in a day, Morning (Approx. 3 Hrs) and Afternoon (Approx. 3 Hrs)
Timing varies as per forest guidelines and as per summers and winters.
*Note – The park is operational from 15 November to 15 June.