Rajasthan, the hub of forts, palaces, art and culture is the crowning jewel of India. Drawing millions of tourists for witnessing the best cultural heritage sites, Rajasthan tour is the second most preferred tour after Golden Triangle tour to India owing to its natural beauty and a great history. Apart from being a delight to art lovers and avid travelers, Rajasthan also offers the best for wildlife enthusiasts. Despite the harsh climatic conditions, the state houses the national animal of India along with several other wildlife species which are both exotic and elusive. The two prominent and renowned National Parks Ranthambore National park and Sariska National Park embraces various species of flora and fauna. Experience the best of wildlife safari in the two well-known sanctuaries of Rajasthan.
Most popular wildlife sanctuary of Rajasthan, Ranthambore National Park spreads over an area of 392 sq km contributing it to the fortieth largest national park in Northern India. A place which displays the synthesis of wildlife and history in the natural scenic beauty attracts a lot of people not only from the country but from all around the world. This renowned national park was established as Game Sanctuary in 1955 in the district of Sawai Madhopur at the junction of Vindhya and Aravali mountain Ranges. The natural abode of various species of flora and fauna is covered with dry deciduous forest with dense grassy meadows and flocked with several lakes and rivers.
Ranthambore National Park
Lies in the heart of Ranthambore National Park are Ranthambore Fort, which got its name from two hills Rann and Thambore. Overlooking the rann it lies on the Thambore hills at about 700ft high offering the panoramic view of the whole Park. Enclosed with the ruins various temples, mosques, cenotaphs, and houses, the fort still holds the rusty aura of the bygone era. These ruins add a charm to the rustic beauty of the fort. Trinetra (3-eyed)Ganesh temple is yet another attraction situated in Ranthambore National park.This temple is amongst the oldest Ganesh temples in Rajasthan and a large number of devotees throng over here.
Proved to be one of the best wilderness areas of India, Ranthambore National Park is noteworthy for its Bengal tigers. These tigers are now so adaptive to human presence that you can totally capture the best of them with lenses. Apart from being the best place to witness and photograph tigers, the most elusive wild cat, Ranthambore houses various wild animals like leopards, southern plains gray langur, rhesus macaque, mugger crocodile, chital, striped hyenas, Indian foxes, wild boar, sloth bear, Sambar deer and many more. Besides these wild creatures, the flora of the national park includes 539 species of flowering plants is also a home to more than 300 species of birds. Be the spectator of the pleasant bird watching from the top of the Ranthambore fort while Rajasthan Wildlife Tour. A feast for wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and Photographers, Ranthambore is also associated with “Project Tiger reserve”. Experience the best of nature walks, bird watching, hike and wildlife safari while your Ranthambore tour.
Village Women Craft
Besides the varied wildlife in the park, other Places To Visit in Rajasthan is Village women Craft wherein one has the golden opportunity to explore the tradition and heritage culture. Variety of handmade carpets, woolen carpets, tribal rugs, wildlife paintings, shawls, bed covers and lot more can be find at Village women Craft. It is an astounding place to shop in Rajasthan and definitely a perfect memento of Ranthambore National Park.
Best time to visit: October to June is the best time to visit the park to spot tiger and other wild creatures. Witness them basking in sun or just enjoying near the lake areas in their purest form.
Safari Rides: Choice can be made from 2 possible ways of 20 seater open top canter or 6 seater open top Gypsy ride to the park. Each ride lasts for about 3 hours and is carried out at 6:30 & 14:30. The safari vehicles go to one of the several zones available in the core park area to enjoy the glimpse of wild animals.
Sariska National Park
Another popular sanctuary in Rajasthan is Sariska National Park situated in Alwar. Serving as a perfect weekend getaway from the two prominent cities of Golden Triangle Tour, Delhi, and Jaipur, Sariska National Park is one of the most visited national parks of India. Comprising of varied topography like dry deciduous forests, cliffs, rocky landscapes and grasslands, Sariska National Park is adorned with Aravali Ranges that forms a beautiful backdrop for the wildlife sanctuary. Covering an area of 850 sq km, the national park is a home of Tiger, Apart from that, Sariska national park is Enriched with a wide variety of flora and fauna which includes The Great Indian Horned Owl, Bush Quail, Sun Parakeets, Red Jungle Fowl, Drongos, Backed Woodpecker, Spur Fowls, Peafowl, Crested Serpent Eagle, Golden White Breasted Kingfisher, Grey Partridge and Vultures. Along with enthralling wildlife, get the glimpses of architectural beauty at Kankwari Fort, a beautiful fort standing tall atop the hill which is embellished with amazing wall paintings. Dara Shikoh was said to be imprisoned at this fort by his brother Aurangzeb. Notable for Indian tigers, bird watching, and jungle safaris, the Sariska National Park has always been one of the favorites of wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Sariska Wildlife sanctuary houses the ruins of medival temples Garh-Rajor from 10th & 11th centuries and also a 17th century castle on a hilltop at Kankwari which provides a panoramic view of flying vultures and eagles.
Apart from wild life attraction Hanuman temple of Pandupol is one of the most visited Tourist Places in Rajasthan which is situated inside the Sariska National Tiger Reserve. During the rainy season, waterfalls can also be found at Pandupol.
Best Time to visit: October to March is the best time to visit the Park to embrace the magnificent views of nature along with the thrilling wildlife safari. Sariska Palace is the best place to stay during the tour as while stay time can be easily taken out to explore its historical magnificence and and charm, which was once home to the kings of Alwar.
Take up to brewing some exciting and breathtaking escapades to recount and recollect the best in the lap of Mother Nature while your Rajasthan Wildlife tour.
