Motichur Safari Zone
Sal Forests, Elephants & Forest Birdlife
Motichur was one of the former wildlife sanctuaries that, together with Rajaji and Chilla, became part of Rajaji National Park in 1983. Located along the Haridwar–Rishikesh route, the zone is characterised by Sal (Shorea robusta) forests, open clearings and varied forest habitats. The approximately 25 km safari route offers opportunities to observe Asian Elephant, Spotted Deer (Chital), Sambar, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Hanuman Langur and a variety of forest birds.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Entry gate | Motichur Gate (Haridwar–Rishikesh route) |
| Cost | ₹3,500 per Gypsy (Up to 6 persons) |
| Duration | Approx. 2.5 to 3 Hours |
| Route | Approx. 25 km Circular Route |
| Open season | 15 November to 15 June |
| Timings | 15 Nov – 15 Feb: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM & 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 16 Feb – 15 Apr: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM & 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | 16 Apr – 15 Jun: 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM & 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
Landscape
Sal (Shorea robusta) forests, grasslands, open clearings and varied forest habitats.
Highlights
- Approximately 25 km circular safari route
- Former wildlife sanctuary, part of Rajaji National Park since 1983
- Opportunities to observe Asian Elephant, Chital, Sambar and forest birds
- About 9 km from Haridwar, 20 km from Rishikesh and 35 km from Dehradun
Wildlife You May See
- Asian Elephant
- Spotted Deer (Chital)
- Sambar
- Barking Deer
- Wild Boar
- Hanuman Langur
- Leopard
- Forest birds
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed and depend on animal movement, season, weather and other natural factors.
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Safari Booking & Enquiries
Call / WhatsApp: +91 98298 50501 | +91 93765 91390 | +91 99829 07130
Email: jeepsafarirajajinationalpark@gmail.com
Address: Chilla Jungle Safari Gate, near Haridwar and Rishikesh, Uttarakhand – 249306