14kms from the railway town of Sawai Madhopur, lies the breath-taking Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve. Spread over 1334 sq.km. of thick jungle, this is where you can spot the elusive big cat in its natural habitat. Even if the tiger plays hide and seek, you can still have a wonderful safari with a number of other animals and birds on display. Jackal, hyena, Indian wolf, nilgai, sambhar deer, greylag goose, nightjar, great crested grebe, and many more. A trip to Ranthambore feels like you’re part of a live- action movie of The Jungle Book!
The dry-deciduous forest landscape is made up of sparkling rivulets, crags, lush meadows and densely-covered hills. Animal lovers are spoiled for choice when it comes to places to visit in Rajasthan, and Ranthambore is the wildlife jewel.
Best Time to Visit:
1st October-30th June. The park is closed from 1st July-30th September.
Tourist Attractions:
Ranthambore Fort, Trinetra Ganesh Temple, Surwal Lake, Padam Lake, Kachida Valley, Jogi Mahal, Raj Bagh Ruins, Lakarda, Anantpura, Malik Talao, Akaula
Nearest Railway Station:
Sawai Madhopur Railway Station
Weather:
Summer (April-June), Monsoon (July-September), Winter (October-March)
