{"id":834,"date":"2026-06-10T10:46:59","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T10:46:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/?p=834"},"modified":"2026-06-10T10:47:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T10:47:00","slug":"overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/","title":{"rendered":"A Comprehensive Overview of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tucked away in the northernmost corner of Uttar Pradesh, right along the India-Nepal border, Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is one of those rare wildlife destinations that genuinely surprises every visitor who makes the effort to reach it. It is not as crowded as Ranthambore. It does not carry the same fame as Jim Corbett. But what it offers, dense Terai forests, an extraordinary tiger density, over 400 bird species, and the one-of-a-kind Chuka Beach is something few tiger reserves in India can match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a complete overview of everything you need to know before visiting Pilibhit Tiger Reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Location_and_Basic_Facts\" >Location and Basic Facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#History_From_Hunting_Grounds_to_Conservation_Success\" >History: From Hunting Grounds to Conservation Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Flora_A_Rich_Terai_Ecosystem\" >Flora: A Rich Terai Ecosystem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Fauna_What_Wildlife_Lives_Here\" >Fauna: What Wildlife Lives Here<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Key_wildlife_species_include\" >Key wildlife species include:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Chuka_Beach_Pilibhits_Most_Unique_Attraction\" >Chuka Beach: Pilibhit&#8217;s Most Unique Attraction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Pilibhit_Safari_Zones_and_Timings\" >Pilibhit Safari Zones and Timings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Best_Time_to_Visit_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\" >Best Time to Visit Pilibhit Tiger Reserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#How_to_Reach_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\" >How to Reach Pilibhit Tiger Reserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q1_What_is_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve_famous_for\" >Q1. What is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve famous for?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q2_Where_is_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve_located\" >Q2. Where is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve located?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q3_When_was_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve_established\" >Q3. When was Pilibhit Tiger Reserve established?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q4_How_many_tigers_are_in_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\" >Q4. How many tigers are in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q5_What_is_Chuka_Beach_in_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\" >Q5. What is Chuka Beach in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q6_What_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\" >Q6. What is the best time to visit Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q7_When_is_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve_open\" >Q7. When is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve open?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Q8_Is_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve_suitable_for_families_and_children\" >Q8. Is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve suitable for families and children?+<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/overview-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_and_Basic_Facts\"><\/span>Location and Basic Facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pilibhit Tiger Reserve lies in Uttar Pradesh&#8217;s Pilibhit district and forms an important part of the Terai Arc Landscape, a rich biodiversity corridor extending across northern India and Nepal. The reserve covers a total area of 730 sq km, with a core zone of 602 sq km and a buffer zone of 127 sq km. It sits at coordinates 28\u00b041\u2032N, 79\u00b051\u2032E and shares ecological corridors with Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reserve was formally established as a tiger reserve in 2008 and notified under Project Tiger in 2014. It operates under the supervision of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_From_Hunting_Grounds_to_Conservation_Success\"><\/span>History: From Hunting Grounds to Conservation Success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The forests of Pilibhit were once royal hunting grounds during the colonial era. For decades, wildlife here received little formal protection. When the area was finally proposed as a tiger reserve in September 2008, the tiger population inside was critically low, barely a dozen animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What happened next became a national story of conservation. Through systematic anti-poaching operations, installation of 82 anti-poaching camps and watchtowers, relocation of fringe villages out of the core zone, M-STrIPES technology-based patrolling, and strong community engagement through eco-development committees the reserve turned itself around completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By August 2025, the core area confirmed more than 79 adult tigers. In 2020, <a href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/\">Pilibhit Tiger Reserve<\/a> received the inaugural TX2 Global Award presented by WWF and the Global Tiger Forum \u2014 an international recognition for doubling the tiger population within the stipulated timeframe. Very few reserves in the world have earned this honour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flora_A_Rich_Terai_Ecosystem\"><\/span>Flora: A Rich Terai Ecosystem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The landscape of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is defined by four major forest types \u2014 Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest, Tropical Dry Deciduous Forest, Seasonal Swamp Forest, and Tropical Semi-evergreen Forest. Sal trees dominate roughly 90% of the forest cover, making this one of the finest sal forest ecosystems in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes the habitat especially diverse are its open meadows \u2014 locally called Chaur \u2014 formed on abandoned settlements and forest clearings. These grasslands, combined with wetlands, riverbanks, and swamp ecosystems maintained by seasonal flooding from the Sharda River and Siphon Canal, create a layered environment that supports an extraordinary variety of life. The reserve hosts approximately 2,100 species of angiosperms along with dozens of herb, shrub, climber, and grass species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fauna_What_Wildlife_Lives_Here\"><\/span>Fauna: What Wildlife Lives Here<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reserve is home to 35 mammal species and over 400 bird species recorded to date. An internal wildlife survey in 2022 documented more than 99,000 animals across 22 different species within the reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_wildlife_species_include\"><\/span>Key wildlife species include:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bengal tiger \u2014 the primary conservation species and the main draw for most visitors. With over 79 confirmed adult tigers in the core zone alone, Pilibhit now has one of the highest tiger densities in Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leopard, swamp deer (Barasingha), hog deer, sambar, spotted deer, wild boar, sloth bear, honey badger, and Indian crocodile are among the prominent mammals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For birding enthusiasts, Pilibhit is exceptional. The Bengal Florican, Finn&#8217;s Weaver, Swamp Francolin, Great Hornbill, Bar-headed Goose, Indian Roller, and Crested Serpent Eagle are among the species that make this reserve a serious birdwatching destination. Migratory birds arrive from November onwards, with January to April being the richest birding window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chuka_Beach_Pilibhits_Most_Unique_Attraction\"><\/span>Chuka Beach: Pilibhit&#8217;s Most Unique Attraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No overview of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is complete without mentioning Chuka Beach \u2014 a landscape found nowhere else in Uttar Pradesh. It is the point where the Sharda Sagar Dam reservoir meets the forest edge, creating a wide, flat sandy stretch that looks and feels like a genuine beach, surrounded entirely by jungle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chuka is not just visually striking \u2014 it is a functioning eco-tourism zone where visitors can stay in forest huts, watch sunrise over the reservoir, spot wildlife coming to the water&#8217;s edge, and experience the forest in its most peaceful form. Evening light at Chuka, with the sound of the jungle behind and open water ahead, is the kind of moment that makes people return to Pilibhit year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pilibhit_Safari_Zones_and_Timings\"><\/span>Pilibhit Safari Zones and Timings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pilibhit Tiger Reserve operates safaris through two primary zones accessible for tourism \u2014 Mahof Gate (Zone 1) and Mustafabad Gate, which serves the Chuka eco-tourism area. Mahof Gate is known for dense sal forest tracks and consistently good tiger and deer sightings. The Mustafabad-Chuka route offers a combination of grassland, wetland, and riverside safari tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safari Season: October to June every year. The park remains closed during the monsoon season, typically from July through September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Morning Safari Timings: Winter (October to February): 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM Summer (March to June): 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Afternoon Safari Timings: Winter: 2:30 PM to sunset Summer: 3:30 PM to sunset<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safari slots at Pilibhit are limited per zone. <a href=\"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/gypsy-booking\">Pilibhit Safari Booking<\/a> in advance is strongly recommended, especially for weekends, December, January, and the tiger sighting peak months of March to June.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit Pilibhit Tiger Reserve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">October to February \u2014 Best for comfortable weather, active wildlife sightings, birdwatching, and first-time visitors. Temperatures are pleasant and the forest environment is at its most accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">March to June \u2014 Best for tiger sightings. Animals concentrate around waterholes as the dry season builds. Early morning safaris in this period regularly produce the best wildlife encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">July to September \u2014 Park closed for monsoon. No safari access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reach_Pilibhit_Tiger_Reserve\"><\/span>How to Reach Pilibhit Tiger Reserve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Air:<\/strong> The nearest airport is Bareilly Airport, approximately 80 km from Pilibhit. Pantnagar Airport is also a viable option at around 100 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Rail:<\/strong> Pilibhit Junction is well connected to Bareilly, Lucknow, and Delhi. Direct trains serve the route regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Road:<\/strong> Pilibhit is connected by road to Bareilly (80 km), Lucknow (250 km), and Delhi (358 km). Taxis and state buses are available from all major nearby cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q1. What is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve famous for?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> It is famous for its high tiger population, Terai forests, and Chuka Beach eco-tourism spot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q2. Where is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve located?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> It is located in Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, near the Indo-Nepal border.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q3. When was Pilibhit Tiger Reserve established?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> It was officially declared a tiger reserve in 2014.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-4&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-4\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q4. How many tigers are in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-4\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> The reserve has over 79 confirmed adult tigers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-5&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-5\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q5. What is Chuka Beach in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-5\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-5-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Chuka Beach is a scenic eco-tourism site where forest and reservoir landscapes meet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-6&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-6\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q6. What is the best time to visit Pilibhit Tiger Reserve?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-6\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-6-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> October to February offers pleasant weather, while March to June is best for tiger sightings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-7&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-7-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-7\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q7. When is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve open?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-7\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-7-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> It is open from October to June and closed during the monsoon season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-8&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-8-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-8\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Q8. Is Pilibhit Tiger Reserve suitable for families and children?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-8\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-8-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Yes, it offers family-friendly safaris and eco-tourism facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is not just another wildlife destination on India&#8217;s map. It is a living proof of what determined conservation can achieve. From barely a dozen tigers in 2008 to over 79 confirmed adults today, this Terai gem has quietly written one of the most inspiring wildlife recovery stories in the country. Whether you come for the thrill of a tiger sighting, the calm of Chuka Beach at sunrise, the chorus of 400 bird species, or simply the untouched silence of its sal forests \u2014 Pilibhit delivers an experience that stays with you long after you leave. For anyone serious about wildlife travel in North India, this reserve deserves a place at the top of the list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tucked away in the northernmost corner of Uttar Pradesh, right along the India-Nepal border, Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is one of those rare wildlife destinations that genuinely surprises every visitor who&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":835,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[39],"tags":[42,67,66,63,65,64,40],"class_list":["post-834","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","tag-best-time-to-visit-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","tag-fauna-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","tag-flora-of-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","tag-how-to-reach-pilibhit-tiger-reserve","tag-pilibhit-chuka-beach","tag-pilibhit-safari-zones-and-timings","tag-pilibhit-tiger-reserve"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/834","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=834"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/834\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":836,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/834\/revisions\/836"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/835"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=834"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=834"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilibhitbooking.com\/public\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=834"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}