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Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Extends Tourism Season by One Month, Now Open Nov 1 to Jun 30
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News18•20-09-2026, 15:30
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Extends Tourism Season by One Month, Now Open Nov 1 to Jun 30
- •The Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) has extended its tourism season by one month, allowing visitors from November 1 to June 30.
- •Previously, the season generally ran from November 15 to June 15, with the 2024-25 season starting on November 6.
- •Entry fees at the reserve will be higher on Saturdays and Sundays compared to weekdays under the new arrangement.
- •Preparations are underway to ensure safari routes, tourist huts, and other facilities are ready before the season begins on November 1.
- •Chuka Beach, a major attraction, is undergoing repair and beautification work on its huts, restaurants, and other facilities.
Key Questions Answered
The tourism season at the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve has been extended by one month, spanning nearly eight months from November 1 to June 30.
Under the revised arrangement, entry fees at the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve will be higher on Saturdays and Sundays compared to weekdays.
During the 2025-26 tourism season, the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve received 56,567 Indian tourists and 216 international visitors, generating over Rs 1.62 crore in revenue.
