Dudhwa Tiger Reserve – Uttar Pradesh
Of the nearly 1300 birds found in the Indian subcontinent, over 450 species can be seen in Dudhwa Reserve.
About
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.
The rich and extremely fertile Indo-Gangetic plains support a flamboyant growth of forests diversity of fauna. The park has some of the best forests of ‘Sal’ tree in the world, amongst other flora; and is a virtual unexplored paradise for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers.
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. Unlike other celebrity parks of India like Corbett, Kaziranga, Bandhavgarh etc, the uncommercialized ambience of this park makes it an ideal habitat for the wild creatures to find nature’s serenity & comfortability in a more natural way.
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Luxury Safari Escape at Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Dudhwa
Arrive at Dudhwa National Park (nearest railway station: Dudhwa / Shahjahanpur, nearest airport: Lucknow ~230 km).
Check in at a forest lodge / wildlife resort near the reserve.
Post lunch, visit a local Tharu village to experience the unique culture and lifestyle of the Tharu tribe.
Evening nature walk around the forest periphery.
Dinner & overnight stay at resort.
Day 2: Full Day Safari in Dudhwa
Early morning Jeep Safari in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve – tigers, leopards, elephants, swamp deer, and 450+ bird species.
Breakfast at resort, followed by relaxation or a short bird-watching trail.
Lunch & rest.
Afternoon safari in Sonaripur or Sathiana ranges – excellent for tigers and migratory birds.
Evening return to resort, bonfire with jungle stories.
Overnight stay at resort.
Day 3: Kishanpur & Departure
Early morning drive to Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary (30 km) – sightings of swamp deer, hog deer, leopard, and gharials in Sharda River.
Return for breakfast.
Check out and depart with unforgettable wildlife memories.
🏕️ Optional Add-ons (for extra days)
Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary – gharials, Gangetic dolphins, and diverse birdlife.
Birding trails at Banke Tal and Sathiana wetland.
Extend your trip to Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (~1.5 hrs drive).