Friday to Sunday

A wildlife weekend from Delhi

Bored of the same weekend drives out of Delhi NCR? Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is about 7 hours away, and a 2-night stay at DTR Jungle Hideaways gives you three to four safaris in the zone of Dudhwa best known for tigers, with the gate just 2-3 minutes from your cottage.

Below are two tried-and-tested weekend plans: one by road, one with the overnight train so you do not waste a working day.

  • 2 nightsis enough for 3-4 safaris
  • ~7 hrsfrom Delhi by road
  • 2-3 mincottage to safari gate
Tigers walking on a forest road in Kishanpur, Dudhwa Evening bonfire at DTR Jungle Hideaways Double bed cottage room at DTR Jungle Hideaways Indian roller perched on a branch in Dudhwa
Two weekend plans

Pick the plan that fits your week

Plan A: Drive (Fri - Sun)

  1. Friday: Leave Delhi by 5-6 am, breakfast at Gajraula, reach by early afternoon. Evening safari in Kishanpur or a bird walk, then bonfire and dinner.
  2. Saturday: Morning safari, breakfast and rest. Evening safari, or the Rhino Area in Dudhwa Zone 1.
  3. Sunday: Early morning safari, breakfast, check out by late morning and reach Delhi by night.

Plan B: Night train (Thu night - Sun)

  1. Thursday night: Night train from Delhi to Bareilly or Shahjahanpur.
  2. Friday: Our car picks you up at the station. Reach the resort by late morning, lunch, rest, evening safari.
  3. Saturday: Morning and evening safaris, bonfire.
  4. Sunday: Morning safari, then drop to the station or drive back to Delhi.

Check current trains on IRCTC or NTES and send us your arrival time for pickup.

Why it works

Why Dudhwa makes a great weekend from Delhi

More safari, less driving

The Kishanpur gate is 2-3 minutes from your cottage, so early starts are easy and you do not lose time in transfers.

Something new

Tigers plus one-horned rhinos and swamp deer, in a jungle most of your friends have not seen yet.

Everything booked

Our team books permits, jeep safaris, meals and pickup together, so the weekend runs without follow-ups.

Family friendly

Home-style and Jain food, kids' meals, games, bonfire and guided nature walks.

Comparing options? Read Corbett vs Dudhwa and the full Delhi to Dudhwa route guide.

Book direct & save

Best price when you book with us directly

Up to 44% off rooms

Direct guests get rooms well below our rack rate, with breakfast included in the room price.

20% off all meals

Choose the all-meals plan (breakfast, lunch, high tea, dinner) at 20% below rack rate.

No middleman

You talk to the resort team itself, so there is no agent margin added to your stay and meals.

Safari handled

We book your forest permit and jeep safari and plan it around your stay.

Discounts are shown against our rack rates in the instant quote. Room discount depends on dates (weekday, weekend or festival).

FAQs

Weekend trip from Delhi: FAQs

Can I do a Dudhwa wildlife trip from Delhi in a weekend?

Yes. Leave Delhi early on Friday by road, or take the Thursday or Friday night train to Bareilly or Shahjahanpur with our pickup. You can fit three to four safaris and be back in Delhi on Sunday night.

How many safaris can I do in a weekend at Dudhwa?

With a 2-night stay you can usually do three to four jeep safaris, morning and evening, in Kishanpur Zone and, if you like, the Rhino Area in Dudhwa Zone 1. Slots depend on availability, so book early.

Is Dudhwa a good weekend getaway from Delhi for families?

Yes. The resort has cottage rooms, home-style food including Jain and kid-friendly meals, indoor and outdoor games, bonfires and guided nature walks. The safari gate is 2-3 minutes away, so children do not face long early-morning drives.

Which months are best for a Dudhwa weekend from Delhi?

The park is usually open from 15 November to 15 June. November to February is cool and pleasant with lots of birds; April to mid-June is hotter but gives better chances of tiger sightings.

Do you book the safaris for a weekend trip?

Yes. Send us your dates and group size on WhatsApp and our team books the forest permits and jeep safaris along with your stay, meals and pickup.

Is it cheaper to book directly with the resort?

Yes. When you book directly with us, rooms are up to 44% below our rack rate with breakfast included, and the all-meals plan is 20% below rack rate. There is no agent margin, and our team also books your safari. Use the instant quote or WhatsApp +91 95606 47536.

Also read: Best time to visit Dudhwa | Safari booking guide

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