I would like to thank Wild World India for the great support, perfect organization and best guides during our tiger-shooting safari in India. Daisy Gilardini, Switzerland
Region: Ranthambhore National Park in the northwestern state of Rajasthan Duration: 05 Days/04 Nights tour by rail and road Season: November to March Highlights: Game drives into Ranthambhore National Park, visit the 1000-year-old fort and Dastkari Kendra to see local craftsmen
Set against the backdrop of the historic 1000-year-old Ranthambhore Fort, this national park lies in the area where the ancient ranges of the Vindhyas' flat-topped hills merge with the sharp ridges of the Aravalis. The sparse landscape, well laid out tracks and the uninhibited nature of its tigers make it one of the favourite parks for wildlife photographers. The park comprises of the largest expanse of dry deciduous forest in the world.
Ranthambhore is indeed one of the finest parks to view tiger behaviour in the wild. The park also has a large population of panthers, the second largest predators of the forest. An open jeep or bus safari affords a glimpse of the spectacular ruins of mosques, tombs, watchtowers and palaces scattered within the park. The park's uniqueness lies in its man-made lakes and ancient reservoirs, which have merged into the natural system as vital sources of water. Ranthambhore is also known for its frequent tiger-crocodile conflicts.
Activities include a visit to a local village and Dastakari Kendra, an NGO working with village women, creating alternate means of income by reviving the local crafts. Marsh Crocodiles abound in the lakes and Gharial can be spotted close by in the Chambal River, which also harbours the Gangetic Dolphin.
Itinerary Day 01: DELHI to RANTHAMBHORE
Early morning transfer to railway station to board the train for Sawai Madhopur. Arrive Sawai Madhopur and transfer to lodge. Post lunch, an excursion to the Ranthambhore Fort, a 1000-year-old fort in the heart of the National Park, with a spectacular combination of Rajput and Mughal architecture. Overnight at lodge
Day 02 & 03: RANTHAMBHORE NATIONAL PARK
Morning game viewing drive at Ranthambhore National Park accompanied by a naturalist. After breakfast, visit a village. One of the major concerns and necessity for saving the tiger is to help the villages around, whose residents are dependent on the forest for some basic requirements like cooking fuel and fodder for their cattle. Post lunch, evening game viewing drive at Ranthambhore National Park accompanied by a naturalist. Overnight at lodge
Day 04: RANTHAMBHORE to DELHI
Morning game viewing drive at Ranthambhore National Park accompanied by a naturalist. Afternoon transfer to the railway station to board the train for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel
Day 05: DEPART DELHI
In time transfer to the international airport to board the flight for onward destination
