Uttar Pradesh Launches India's First Vistadome Jungle Safari Train

Uttar Pradesh has launched India's first Vistadome jungle safari train, connecting the Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary to the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve. This innovative service promises breathtaking views through large glass windows and transparent roofs, enhancing the wildlife experience for travelers. Currently operating on weekends, plans are in place to expand to daily services. The journey covers 107 kilometers, taking approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes, with tickets priced at Rs 275. Additionally, the Bichia to Mailani Tourist Passenger Train offers a scenic route through the region. Discover more about this exciting new venture in Uttar Pradesh!

By Narendra Chaudhary May 18, 2025, 09:37 IST

Experience the Thrill of Jungle Safari!

Uttar Pradesh has made history by introducing the country's inaugural jungle safari train featuring a Vistadome coach. This innovative service is designed to enhance tourism by providing stunning panoramic views of the forest landscape. The Vistadome train will link the Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary with the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve.

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Adventure!

Adventure seekers can look forward to an exhilarating wildlife experience! The specially crafted coach boasts large glass windows and transparent roofs, allowing passengers to fully appreciate the natural beauty of Uttar Pradesh's forests. Currently, the train operates on weekends, but there are plans to extend its schedule to daily services. This initiative not only elevates nature-based tourism but also aims to create job opportunities and stimulate the local economy.

Travel Duration and Ticket Pricing Information

According to Prakhar Mishra, the Tourism Director, this groundbreaking initiative integrates Dudhwa National Park, Katarniaghat, and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary, providing tourists with an exciting journey aboard the Vistadome coach. The train allows travelers to venture 107 kilometers into the forest, with an estimated travel time of approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. Tickets are priced at Rs 275 per person, and plans are underway to offer a package for tourists traveling from Lucknow to Katarniaghat.

Details on the Bichia to Mailani Tourist Passenger Train

Mishra also shared insights about the Bichia to Mailani Tourist Passenger Train No. 52259, which covers a distance of 107 kilometers starting from Bichia station in Bahraich. The train departs at 11:45 AM, making several stops before arriving at Mailani station in Lakhimpur Kheri at 4:10 PM. The return journey on train number 52260 begins at 6:05 AM and reaches Bichia by 10:30 AM, stopping at nine stations along the way: Bichia, Manjhara Purab, Khairatia Bandh Road, Tikunia, Belerayan, Dudhwa, Palia Kalan, Bhira Kheri, and Mailani.