Ranthambore National Park is a tiger reserve popular for spotting the Royal Bengal Tiger. This massive national park is situated in the Sawai Madhopur region of Rajasthan in India. This place is a wonderland for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers and tourists alike. If you are someone who lives in any of the urban centres ( in any part of the world), this place is highly recommended for you. Explore the rich flora and fauna of Ranthambore National Park and get a chance to spot the royal Bengal Tiger.
Things to do
Ranthambore National Park is one of the largest national parks in the country with numerous wild animals in their natural habitat. Being such a popular place for wildlife adventure seekers and for tourists from India and abroad, there are some exciting things which you must do while in Ranthambore –
- Wildlife Gypsy Safari – You can go into the jungles by hiring Suzuki Gypsy – a 4×4 jeep that takes you to the deep end of the national park from where you can unwind yourself from the hustles of the city and spend some time in the wilds.
- Bird Watching and Photography – As per official figures, there are around 320 species of birds both domestic and migratory in Ranthambore National Park. If you are someone who is hands on fixing the aperture and the focal point, you must visit this place. This place is a heaven for wildlife photographers.
- Tiger Spotting – Tigers are some of the most special animals on the planet. They are admired for their good looks, aggressive nature, and hunting techniques. A tour to Ranthambore National Park will bring you closer to the tigers in their natural habitat.
- Ranthambore Fort – Visit the iconic Ranthambore Fort in Sawai Madhopur where the Kings of Jaipur used to go hunting in the forest. Discover the place that reminisces the lives of the past rulers.
Places to visit in Ranthambore
- Trinetra Ganesh Temple
- Bakaula
- Kachida Valley
- Lakarda and Anantpura
- Raj Bagh Ruins
- Padam Lalao
How to Reach Ranthambore?
Ranthambore is well connected through road and railways. Here are some details –
- Nearest International Airport – Jaipur International Airport (149 km/92.5miles from Ranthambore National Park)
- Distance from New Delhi (by Road) – (344 km/213 miles)
- Distance from Agra (by Road) – (296 km/183.92 miles)
You can also opt for trains to Sawai Madhopur and take a cab to reach Ranthambore National Park.
If you opt for a Ranthambore Tour Package from any of India’s best travel companies, you’ll get pickup options from Airports or your hotels in Delhi/Jaipur.
Why is Ranthambore Famous?
Primarily, Ranthambore is famous for the Royal Bengal Tiger. What’s special about these magnificent animals is that these are exclusive to Asia. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is one of the conservation parks where the population of these majestic big cats is increasing and hence, is a centre of attraction.
This place is also famous for Ranthambore National Park which is a national park spread in around 1334 square kilometres. This place is so big that along with the tigers, it is home to hundreds of other species.
The Ranthambore Fort is another iconic place which makes Ranthambore a special place in the region. It is a UNESCO Heritage Site and has a deep history with its different rulers.
In the present times, Ranthambore is also famous for its leisure and wildlife expeditions. Because of all the reasons mentioned above, this place is now a major tourism hub. When planning a tour to Ranthambore, you can choose among a list of luxurious resorts, hotels, fine dine restaurants to make your travel experience a quality one here.
Animals in Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park is home to several wild animals who freely roam in their natural habitat. Official estimates suggest that there are more than 320 species of birds which are both migratory and domestic. There are more than 40 species of mammals and 35 species of reptiles found in this national park.
Similarly, there are different species of big cats such as Tigers, Leopards, Jungle Cats, and more. Some of the other wild animals are sloth bear, hyena, Indian Palm Civet, Indian Porcupine and more.
In a nutshell, for wildlife enthusiasts, spotting these animals in their natural habitat is no lesser than a dream come true. If you are one of them, do consider visiting Ranthambore soon. We bet your tour to Ranthambore will be a memorable one.
Why is a Bengal tiger special?
The Royal Bengal Tigers are really amazing! They have striking colours of Orange and BlacK on their body. They are great hunters and can swim across rivers. The Royal Bengal Tiger are endangered species as they fall prey to habitat loss and poaching. They are on the top of the food chain and are crucial for the ecosystem to thrive. The Royal Bengal Tiger is special to India as it the national pride and National Animal of of India.
Planning your Ranthambore Travel
- Best time to visit Ranthambore: – The Ranthambore National Park remains open throughout the year however, it is best recommended to visit from October till March considering the pleasant weather. What’s also noticeable is that during these months these wild beasts can be spotted resting in the sunlight.
- Ranthambore Travel Package: – You can opt for a multi-day Ranthambore Tour Package from a trusted Travel agency in India. Also you can pair it up with the exploration of one more city such as Agra, Delhi and Jaipur. A large number of tourists also prefer the Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore (a combined tour of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur with Ranthambore). This enables the visitors to not just explore the wildlife treasures of India but also takes them to India’s three famous cities.
- Ranthambore Jungle Safari Trip Costs:- Ranthambore Jungle Safari can be done in two ways i.e. first Jeep (Suzuki Gypsy) and second a Canter (an open mini bus). A gypsy is better suited to the terrain and quick acceleration while canters are good for group tours. The following are the charges –
- Jungle Safari in a Canter
- 582/INR per person per safari
- Foreigner: 1319 per safari per person.
- Jungle Safari in a Gypsy
- 582/INR per person per safari
- Foreigner: 1319 per safari per person.
How to book a Ranthambore Tour with Treasure Trip India (Read updated Itinerary)
Ranthambore is well connected through India’s three iconic cities – Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. These three cities form a tourist circuit known as Golden Triangle Tour.
In order to plan a tour to Ranthambore, you can either create a custom itinerary for Ranthambore with Treasure Trip India or you can book a Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore.
This tour is one of the most picked tours as it not just gets you a glimpse of India’s rich flora and fauna but also takes you to India’s three ancient cities which are significant to India’s history and heritage. li
