Phanto Eco-tourism Zone

Phanto Eco-tourism Zone is located in the beautiful Pawalgarh Conservation Reserve opened on 30 December 2021, where you will experience a one-of-a-kind journey through the lush forests and diverse wildlife of this pristine landscape, known for high tiger, leopard, and Asian elephant sightingsit offers 50 jeeps per shift. Phanto/ Phato/Fato Tickets should be booked in advance via the official Corbett Tiger Reserve website. Official Contact Address for Fato/Phato Zone Safari Booking- Divisional Forest Officer, Ramnagar Tarai West Forest Division, Ramnagar Forest Campus, Ranikhet Road, Ramnagar Nainital, Uttarakhand-244715

Phato Safari Ticket Booking Price

Expect a total INR 7550 per jeep (permit + gypsy + guide + taxes) for Indian tourists. It varies by season, and add-ons (hotel pickup, etc). You can share the jeep among up to 6 guests to reduce per-person cost.
Permits & Availability of Phanto Zone Safari (phato safari permit are limited)
IDs: Indians: valid govt photo ID. Foreign guests—passport details.
Group size: Maximum up to 6 tourists per jeep + driver + guide.
Kids: Allowed with a seat; carry a light jacket in winter.
Foreigners: Carry passport originals; confirm fee components and payment mode in advance.
Reporting Point: Maldhan (Mohan Nagar) Gate Boarding is from Phanto Jungle Junction (Pirumadara), roughly 25–30 km from Ramnagar depending on your route. Arrive 30 minutes early for ID checks, guide meet-up, and permit verification.

Best Time to Visit

Morning vs Evening Safari: Which phato safari to choose
Morning: Cooler air, soft light, fresh tracks, better bird activity. Great for photographers.
Evening: Golden light, rising wildlife activity near waterholes during summers, comfortable start time for families with kids .
1.It is famous for its natural look and its environment. You can explore a lot flora and fauna in this place. Specially the different kind of birds. It is an important nature trail and tourist destination for bird watching. You can find more than 365 species of birds here..

2. It contains natural tracks which will give you best glimpse of nature. While moving into these tracks you can really feel the nature..