Looking out for a perfect escape from Jaipur? Then there’s no other better option of enjoying weekends in the most exciting way of going on a wildlife safari trail in the dense forested landscapes of Ranthambore National Park.
One of the best ways to spend weekend getaways from Jaipur is to plan a wildlife excursion to Ranthambore. A photographer’s haven punctuated with swathes of lush green grassland and the roars of mighty Royal Bengal Tiger, this is a place that is inextricably linked with nature and wilderness. Sprawling to the Banas River to the north and the Chambal River to the south, the forest reserve is encompassed with innumerable lakes which offers a great chance to spot tigers during the summer season or enjoy bird watching in India.
Located in the foothills of Aravali Ranges and plateau of Vindhya meets, this is a perfect getaway situated in the town of Sawai Madhopur district is an ideal retreat for wildlife enthusiasts. Being a former hunting ground of legendary maharajas in Rajasthan, the forested landscape of Ranthambore National Park houses a huge range of flora and fauna species.
What made Ranthambore popular for Tigers?
The queen mother of Ranthambore Safari and the world’s most famed and photographed tigress Machli was a legendary tigress that makes the reserve popular. The legendary tigress got her name because of the mark on her face that resembles a fish. The average lifespan of the tiger is around 12-13 years but she died at the age of 20 years. Today this jungle reserve has achieved a status in the folklore of wildlife lovers.
Suggested itinerary for planning a getaway to Ranthambore –
If you are planning your weekend to Ranthambore from Jaipur, then here’s the best way to plan your travel. So, let’s take a look in it –
Drive from Jaipur to Ranthambore: The day is marked as to drive for the Ranthambore Trip from Jaipur which is almost 190 kilometers away from the city. This place is easily accessible from Jaipur through railways and roadways. You can either go through a bus or drive at your own convenience. Arrival and reach the best resort in Ranthambore. Stay back and relax.
Ranthambore Jungle Safari: On the second day, you will go for morning tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park because during this time the chances of spotting tigers became more frequent. While enjoying the safari, you will be guided by an expert who will instruct you for the whole idea of jungle safari. Later in the afternoon, return back to the resort for relaxing a while
By the evening, you can go for a horse safari session in Ranthambore, where you’ll be taken towards the rugged terrains of the nearby locality. This would be the best exciting experience of spending Ranthambore Holidays in its best way.
Ranthambore Sightseeing & departure in the evening: On the third day this trip, you’ll go for tiger safari all over again and spend your leisure time in Ranthambore till the evening. Get yourself an assisted transfer to Jaipur while departing from this place.
The very idea of planning a getaway from Jaipur in such a way will add a bit of excitement and joy to your life. So, plan your weekend by heading towards Ranthambore and enjoy the best time with your friends or family.