Sarapduli Forest Lodge

Overview

The southernmost ridge of Sarapduli Forest Lodge houses the Bijrani and Malani forest rest houses. As the tourists move on the northern side of the northern ridge, they would come across a road running through the reserve forest area. The southernmost ridge houses the rest houses of Loha Chaur, Rathuadab and Mundiapani, This forest road bounces from the Vatanvasa gate at the western extreme straight into the Durgadevi gate between Mohan and Marchula in the east.
Sarpduli is one of amazing and verdant places to come across in Corbett for the tourists who are just pretty keen to see the Corbett wildlife such as Tiger, elephant and several other varieties of animals. Sarpduli Forest Lodge is strategically located on Dhangarhi-Dhikala road. It is positioned downstream from Gairal on the verge of the southern bank Ramganga while the northern bank is elevated on to a strong peak. Sarpduli is also an ideal place to see the crocodiles and bird watching.
Flocked mostly by adventurous wildlife enthusiasts, Sarapduli economy hotel gives an opportunity to have deeper interaction with the extensive view of the park. The resort is surrounded by so deep forests that even the movement by foot is restricted. Guests staying at this lodge are privileged with the frequent view of wild animals frisking near the lodge.
Owning the pride of being the first national park and tiger reserve, Corbett gets the large number of footfalls, and is easily accessed from other parts of the country. Ramnagar (10 Km) is the nearest railway station which has two trains every day for Delhi. Air travellers from International or domestic locations can land at Delhi airport. From there, they can catch train for Ramnagar in the evening.

Accommodation

There is the list of hotels which offer photographs, brochures and several other types of promotional materials, as a result of which you will get through some of the best and real time options to spend your time in the Sarapduli area. You can go through the information updates on the accommodation from authorities of the park. It is also quite necessary that you confirm and check the reliable ways which would you meet along in the right way and in the right direction.
This rest house lies on the Dhangarhi-Dhikala road. It is located downstream of Gairal on the flat southern bank of the Ramganga while the opposite northern bank rises steeply to a ridge. Movement of large mammals (tiger, elephant included) is quite high at Sarapduli. It is also a good place to see crocodiles and also good for birdwatching. It is preferred by wildlife lover as here one can spot movements of large mammals including tiger and elephants.

Facilities

The resort is accessed by Dhangarhi gate of the park. Wildlife enthusiasts might get disheartened with the fact that there are not many arrangement of vehicles taking them to the resort. Tourists need to make their own vehicle arrangement. Even, the resort doesn't serve any food, and wildlife travellers have to arrange their food. It is advised to bring foods from nearby forest resorts or lodges.
For the wildlife enthusiasts willing to explore the forest reserve and tiger reserve, Sarapduli hotel is the best hankered dwelling. Set in the deeper part of the park, the lodge enables wildlife adventurers having the best possible tiger tracking. Films of many tigers in their natural habitat are the best assets that one can return from this jungle lodge. Besides, bird watching (Corbett has more than 550 species of birds) and spotting other wild animals like leopard, sambhar, jackal, porcupine, deer, wild boar and dogs are other wildlife activities one can expect to indulge in while they stay at the jungle lodge.

Best Time to Visit

The forest lodge is open throughout the year and is therefore accessible at any time. There may also be modifications in the timings, so you must confirm the timing through the Jim Corbett National Park authorities. If you are thinking of choosing the most suitable time to visit Sarapduli Forest Range, then you may visit at any time between November 15 to June 15.

How to Reach

Sarapduli forest lodge is situated deep inside the Corbett National Park. It is 13 kms away from Dhikala forest lodge.

Prohibitions

Alcohol and non-vegetarian food not allowed. All your personal and non-biodegradable remains like tin cans, plastic, glass bottles, metal foils etc. should be put into a carry bag and you should dispose it off in a proper manner. Make sure that you check with the authorities on the restrictions. You should not be able to make any crossover to break the rules and regulations which affect the flora or fauna species of region.