1N/2D
1 Safari + 1 Night Stay
Jeep safari with stay near Rajaji National Park.
Haridwar · Rishikesh · Dehradun
Jeep Safari in Rajaji National Park
Book your Rajaji jeep safari for 2026-27: Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur, Mohand, Jhilmil and Gohri zones, with guidance on fees, timings and the right gate.
📅Season15 Nov - 15 Jun
⏱️Duration2.5 - 3.5 hrs
🚙Per jeepUp to 6 guests
🎟️Entry₹150 / ₹600
🗺️Zones6 zones
Last updated: 6 October 2026
What is a jeep safari in Rajaji National Park?
A jeep safari in Rajaji National Park is a guided 2.5 to 3.5 hour drive in an open Gypsy through Rajaji Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand. Each jeep takes up to 6 guests and runs in a morning or afternoon slot from 15 November to 15 June. Entry is ₹150 per Indian adult and ₹600 per foreign national, plus the jeep charge.
Rajaji Jeep Safari
Jeep Safari in Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park spreads over about 820 sq km in the Shivalik foothills and was merged from the Rajaji, Motichur and Chilla sanctuaries in 1983. It became a Tiger Reserve in 2015, and the wider reserve now covers about 1,075 sq km. A jeep is the best way to cover this much ground, with tracks of roughly 25 to 36 km depending on the zone.
Your jeep is allotted by the forest department, and a trained guide rides along. You drive through sal forest, dry riverbeds and grassland, stopping where elephants, deer or birds are active. The park is best known for Asian elephants, and it also holds leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, sambar and 300+ bird species.
Because Rajaji sits within an hour of Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun, it works as a half-day trip or as part of a longer safari package with stay.
How to Book
Rajaji Jeep Safari Booking: Step by Step
Jeep safari in Rajaji National Park booking is simple if you plan around slots, which fill quickly in winter and in March to May.
1
Choose date, zone and shift
Pick morning or afternoon and a zone that suits where you are staying (see the zone table below).
2
Send guest details
Share full names, ages and a valid photo ID for every guest. Foreign nationals need passport details.
3
Confirm slot and payment
We check the forest department quota, confirm the jeep and send your booking details.
4
Reach the gate on time
Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early with original IDs. Entry formalities are completed at the gate.
Book 2 to 3 weeks ahead for weekends, winter holidays and March to May. We are an independent booking and information service, not the official government website. Permits, fees and timings are set by the Uttarakhand Forest Department.
Price
Rajaji Jeep Safari Charges 2026
The jeep is charged per vehicle, not per person, so a full jeep brings the per-head cost down.
| Item | Indian guests | Foreign guests |
|---|---|---|
| Entry fee (adult) | ₹150 per person | ₹600 per person |
| Jeep (Gypsy), up to 6 guests | Approx. ₹2,500 - ₹4,800 per jeep, depending on zone, gate and season | |
| Guide | A forest-department guide rides in every jeep. Confirm if the fee is in your quote. | |
| Camera / video permits | May apply for professional gear. Confirm at the gate. | |
Example: 6 Indian adults, one jeep
At a ₹3,000 jeep charge, the total is ₹3,000 plus 6 × ₹150 entry = ₹3,900, or about ₹650 per person.
Rates differ between sources and are revised by the forest department each season. We confirm the exact amount before you pay.
Timings & Season
Jeep Safari Timings in Rajaji National Park
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Morning shift | Starts around 6:00 - 7:00 AM (best for activity) |
| Afternoon shift | Starts around 2:30 - 3:00 PM (good light, elephants at water) |
| Duration | About 2.5 - 3.5 hours, 25 - 36 km track |
| Season | 15 November to 15 June (Chilla, Motichur, Ranipur, Mohand) |
| Jhilmil & Gohri | Longer or year-round access, subject to weather and forest orders |
| Monsoon | Main zones closed from mid-June to mid-November |
Exact gate times are fixed by the forest department each season and can shift slightly.
Choose Your Gate
Best Zone for Jeep Safari in Rajaji
| Zone | Best for | Nearest base |
|---|---|---|
| Chilla | Elephants, longest 36 km track, first-timers | Haridwar, Rishikesh |
| Motichur | Sal forest, leopard and elephant seekers | Haridwar, Dehradun highway |
| Ranipur | Leopards, quieter drive | Haridwar |
| Mohand (Chillawali) | Birds, 30 - 35 km off-beat track | Dehradun |
| Jhilmil Jheel | Swamp deer, wetland birds, longer season | Haridwar |
| Gohri | Year-round access | North-east Rajaji |
Not sure which to pick? Read our comparison of Chilla vs Motichur.
By Starting City
Jeep Safari in Rishikesh, Haridwar & Dehradun
Jeep Safari in Rishikesh
Rishikesh has no gate of its own. Chilla gate is about 20 - 25 km away, around 40 - 60 minutes by road, so book the Chilla zone and leave early for the morning shift.
Jeep Safari in Haridwar
Haridwar is the closest base. Chilla gate is about 8 - 10 km from the station, and Motichur, Ranipur and Jhilmil are also on the Haridwar side.
Jeep Safari in Dehradun
Mohand is the nearest zone, and Motichur lies on the Dehradun-Haridwar highway. Chilla is about 55 km from Dehradun and about 40 km from Jolly Grant Airport.
Haridwar
8-10 km
to Chilla gate
Rishikesh
20-25 km
to Chilla gate
Dehradun
~55 km
to Chilla gate
Delhi
~224 km
to Chilla gate
Wildlife
What You Can See on a Rajaji Jeep Safari
Rajaji is elephant country. Herds are the most reliable sighting, especially near water in summer. You may also see spotted deer, sambar, wild boar, langur, peafowl and, with luck, a leopard or sloth bear. Tigers live here but are rarely seen, so treat one as a bonus rather than a promise.
Birders get 300+ species, from hornbills and kingfishers to raptors, with winter migrants adding to the list. See the full flora and fauna guide.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time for Jeep Safari in Rajaji National Park
| Months | Conditions | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Nov - Jan | Cool, misty mornings | Migratory birds, comfortable drives |
| Feb - Mar | Pleasant, drying forest | Good all-round sightings |
| Apr - Jun | Hot, dry, animals near water | Best elephant and big-cat chances |
| Jul - Oct | Monsoon | Main zones closed |
More detail is on our best time to visit page.
Safari + Stay
Jeep Safari Packages with Stay
Combine your jeep safari with a comfortable stay near the park.
1N/2D
2 Safaris + 1 Night Stay
Jeep safari with stay near Rajaji National Park.
2N/3D
3 Safaris + 2 Nights Stay
Jeep safari with stay near Rajaji National Park.
2N/3D
4 Safaris + 2 Nights Stay
Jeep safari with stay near Rajaji National Park.
Before You Go
Jeep Safari Rules & Tips
- Carry original photo IDs for every guest, matching your booking.
- Wear muted green, brown or khaki, and avoid bright colours and perfume.
- Keep noise low and never leave the jeep except at designated spots.
- Carry water, a hat, sunscreen and a light jacket for cold mornings.
- Bring binoculars and a zoom lens, and ask about camera permits.
- Do not litter, feed animals or use flash. Plastic is penalised.
- Want a different view? Ask about the elephant safari.
- Read our safari checklist before you pack.
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FAQ
Jeep Safari in Rajaji National Park: FAQs
A jeep safari in Rajaji National Park is a forest-department-regulated 2.5 to 3.5 hour drive in an open Gypsy through the sal forests, riverbeds and grasslands of Rajaji Tiger Reserve. Each jeep carries up to 6 guests with a guide and driver, and runs in a morning or afternoon slot between 15 November and 15 June.
Share your safari date, preferred zone, number of guests and a valid photo ID for each guest through our call or WhatsApp line. We check slot availability, confirm the jeep and send your booking details. You can also book through the Uttarakhand Forest Department portal or at the gate, subject to availability.
Entry is Rs 150 per Indian adult and Rs 600 per foreign national. The jeep itself is charged per vehicle and is generally quoted between Rs 2,500 and Rs 4,800 depending on zone, gate and season. Six Indian guests sharing a Rs 3,000 jeep pay about Rs 650 each. Confirm the exact amount at booking.
Chilla is the best first-time choice: the longest track at about 36 km, close to Haridwar and Rishikesh, and the best odds of elephants. Motichur and Ranipur suit leopard and elephant seekers, Mohand (Chillawali) suits Dehradun visitors and birders, and Jhilmil is best for swamp deer and an extended season.
Rishikesh has no gate of its own. The Chilla gate is about 20 to 25 km away, roughly 40 to 60 minutes by road, so Rishikesh visitors usually book Chilla. Motichur is the alternative on the Haridwar side.
Haridwar is the closest base. Chilla gate is about 8 to 10 km from Haridwar railway station, Motichur sits on the Haridwar-Dehradun highway, and Ranipur and Jhilmil are also on the Haridwar side.
From Dehradun, the Mohand (Chillawali) zone is the closest option, and Motichur lies on the Dehradun-Haridwar highway. Chilla gate is about 55 km from Dehradun, and Jolly Grant Airport is about 40 km from Chilla.
Safaris run in two shifts: a morning slot starting around 6:00 to 7:00 AM and an afternoon slot starting around 2:30 to 3:00 PM. Each drive lasts about 2.5 to 3.5 hours. The forest department fixes exact gate timings each season.
The best time is February to May, when the forest is dry and animals gather near water. November to January is cooler and good for birds. Most zones open on 15 November and close on 15 June, and Jhilmil can run longer, weather permitting.
Rajaji has tigers, but sightings are rare and never guaranteed. Elephants, spotted deer, sambar and many birds are seen far more often, and leopards are spotted occasionally. Treat any tiger sighting as a bonus.
Every guest needs a valid government photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID or Driving Licence, and foreign nationals need a passport. Names and ID details must match the booking, and original IDs must be carried on the day.
Book Your Rajaji Jeep Safari Today
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