Located in the southeastern Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, Ranthambore is celebrated as one of northern India's largest national parks, renowned for its diverse tiger population.
Initially established as the Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in 1955, it attained Project Tiger status in 1973 and earned national park recognition in 1980.
In 1984, the adjacent woodlands gained distinction as the Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and Keladevi Sanctuary. In 1991, the tiger reserve expanded to encompass Sawai Man Singh and Kailadevi sanctuaries. Globally recognized for tiger encounters, a visit to Ranthambore during this day trip promises to infuse your routine with joy and thrill.
Highlights of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve tour include:
- Game safaris with a naturalist guide: The tour provides the opportunity to enjoy game safaris in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with a naturalist guide, who can help you spot and identify the wildlife.
- Tiger spotting: The reserve is known for its population of Bengal tigers, and the tour offers a chance to spot these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
- Jungle safari: You can explore the reserve on a jungle safari and observe beautiful animals such as chital deer, nilgai, jackal, leopards, sambar, chinkara gazelle and wild boar, as well as the slightly rarer sloth bear.
- Photography opportunities: The reserve offers plenty of opportunities for photography enthusiasts to capture stunning shots of wildlife and the natural scenery.
- Cultural experience: The tour also includes visits to nearby villages and temples, providing a glimpse into the local culture and traditions.
The tour plan for the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is as follows:
- 8:30 am: Jaipur – Ranthambore (145 km – 3 to 4 hours) - Your Ranthambore National Park tour will start with a pickup from your preferred location or hotel in Jaipur in an air-conditioned car. As you drive towards the park, you'll be able to enjoy the scenic landscapes of Rajasthan. Ranthambore National Park is famous for its tiger sightings and other wild animals like bears, deer, crocodiles, leopards, and wild boars.
- 2:30 pm: Ranthambore National Park - Around 12:30 pm, you'll arrive at Ranthambore National Park, which is known across the globe for its tigers. Upon arrival, you'll need to check-in and submit your required identification papers for entering the forest. The park is well-known for its tigers, and visitors can enjoy wildlife safaris to watch the animals in their natural habitats. The jeep safaris take around three and a half hours to tour the entire park. Along with tigers, visitors also get to see leopards, deer, hyenas, crocodiles, boars, mongooses, jackals, gazelles, and more. If time permits, you can also visit Ranthambore Fort.
- 6:30 pm: Drive back to Jaipur - After exploring Ranthambore National Park, you'll be transferred again to the air-conditioned car to depart for Jaipur.
- 10:00 pm: Arrival at Jaipur - On arrival at Jaipur, you'll be dropped at your preferred location or hotel. Cherish the memories of this Ranthambore National Park same-day tour for years to come.
Best Time to Visit Ranthambore National Park:
Although Ranthambore National Park is open throughout the year, the best time to enjoy watching tigers in Ranthambore National Park is from October to June. This is the ideal time for tiger spotting and bird watching.
Inclusions:
- Pick-up and drop-off from your preferred location or hotel in Jaipur.
- Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entry fees and permits for Ranthambore National Park.
- Naturalist guide for the safari.
- Bottled water during the safari.
- All applicable taxes.
Exclusions:
- Camera fees.
- Any personal expenses.
- Tips and gratuities.
Please Note: Ranthambore National Park usually remains closed during the monsoon season (1st July to 30th September).