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Dudhwa National Park

National park in Uttar Pradesh, India

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Overview

Dudhwa National Park, in Lakhimpur-Kheri District of Uttar Pradesh, adjacent to Nepal border, is one of the major projects for wildlife preservation in India.

Getting there and around

Getting there

Drive from Delhi (8–9 hours) or take the train to Shahjehanpur and drive to Dudhwa (3 hours). Alternatively fly to Lucknow and drive to Dudhwa (245 km, 6 hours).

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Getting around

Private vehicles conforming to standards are allowed in the park. It is mandatory to take a certified guide with you from the park for each visit.

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UnderstandLocated on the Indo-Nepal border of the Lakhimpur Kheri district in Uttar Pradesh, India, Dudhwa National Park (680 km²), along with two other adjacent parks, the Kishanpur Wild Life Sanctuary (204 km²) and Katerniaghat…

Get inDrive from Delhi (8–9 hours) or take the train to Shahjehanpur and drive to Dudhwa (3 hours). Alternatively fly to Lucknow and drive to Dudhwa (245 km, 6 hours).

Fees and permitsThe park levies an entry fee of ₹50 for Indian visitors and ₹300 for foreign visitors for a period of 3 days. Additional fees are levied for each additional day. Vehicles are allowed into the park at a fee of ₹100.

Get aroundPrivate vehicles conforming to standards are allowed in the park. It is mandatory to take a certified guide with you from the park for each visit.

SeeVisits along various routes in the park can be fascinating. It is also mandatory to visit the various lakes or 'taals' located at vantage points.

DoThe park offers a fascinating experience for nature lovers and photographers.

BuyLocal mementos such as hats, tee shirts and other tit-bits are on sale at a small shop near the entrance of the park. In winter, a visit to the nearby Palia town (10 km) can get you the usual local purchases.

EatThe park has only one canteen, which is in the main Office of the park. They serve vegetarian food of reasonable quality at moderate prices. Orders have to be given in advance from the menu.

SleepThe park offers a variety of accommodation including one air conditioned room and several huts, rooms and dormitory with different tariffs.

Stay safeBeware of monkeys stealing food in the main office of the park.

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