Rajasthan owns a diverse landscape comprised of hills, mountains, lakes, deserts, forts, palaces, and wildlife sanctuaries or national parks where people in abundance flock around to discover the rich wildlife of this royal state. Be it a wildlife enthusiast or photographer, the royal state of India offers a great treat for everyone. Whether it is to imagine yourself as resting on atop of camel or getting around on a jeep safari trail to spot wild animals in their natural habitat, there are so many national parks and sanctuaries in Rajasthan which ensures your wonderful wildlife holidays in India. Many of the Reserves behold a great population of Royal Bengal Tigers and numerous Birds or mammals which you will spot during your jungle safari tour in this state.
If you are someone who is looking for the best wildlife escape in India, then planning a wildlife Safari tour in Rajasthan is the best way to discover the rich flora and fauna species available in the state. Well, there are so many places where you can visit for your wildlife holidays but to make it more sorted we have listed some of the handpicked wildlife destinations in Rajasthan to include it in your travel bucket in 2020. Let's take a sneak peek on the list:
Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur
Engulfed within a dry and deciduous forest and Aravali Hills, Ranthambore National Park resides a huge population of Royal Bengal Tigers and other wildlife species to be spotted during the jungle safari tour. Previously it was served as a hunting spot of former ruling kings and their dynasties of Rajasthan which later turned as a prominent national park of Rajasthan as well as India. It serves the best tiger safari to be enjoyed all over India and it is highly expected that tigers can be spotted in the Ranthambore Safari during the peak summers when the climate remains hot and humid and tigers mostly wander around the water resource area in the safari zones of Ranthambore.
Best time to visit: October to June
Types of safaris: Jeep (6 seaters), canter 20 seaters
Sariska National park, Alwar
A huge spread of dry and deciduous forest of Sariska Tiger Reserve houses some of the expected population of Royal Bengal Tigers and other wild species like leopards Jungle cat wild boars and more. Also, a significant population of bird species wanders around the lush forest areas of Sariska. While enjoying wildlife holidays in Sariska you will get a chance to explore the beauty of the enchanting Aravali Range and visit several historical places and temples near the park.
Best time to visit: October to June
Types of Safari: Jeep
Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, Bharatpur
Also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary it is the home of a large number of migratory birds that offers a great site for bird watchers for photographers. The sanctuary is recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO located in Rajasthan. You can expect a significant amount of floral species but species and several animals while enjoying a safari in this reserve. For no reason, this place has gained popularity in the Rajasthan tourist book for offering a great bird watching tour.
Best time to visit: October to February
Types of Safari: Camel and Jeep
Desert National Park, Jaisalmer
One of the most important national parks in Rajasthan, desert National Park is located on a huge desert stretch of Jaisalmer which sets the finest example of the desert ecosystem in India. Despite the landscape is rugged, it abounds in birdlife as well as wildlife leaving no reason behind to miss out this place on a wildlife tour. Great Indian Bustard is one of the rare bird species found only in India and is best located in the reserve area.
Best time to visit: October to February
Types of Safari: Jeep and horse
Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary, Kumbhalgarh
Located in Rajsamand district of Rajasthan Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most popular wildlife destinations in Rajasthan. It is home to the huge variety of wildlife while some of them are endangered that are inhabited by its forest area this century also abounds in birdlife that can be easily spotted chipping around the trees or looking for its feast. It draws a significant amount of Udaipur tourism which is located around a few hundred kilometers from this place.
Best time to visit: October to March
Types of Safari: Jeep, Canter
All of the above-listed wildlife destinations in Rajasthan serve the best adventurous wildlife experience in India where you will not only get a sight of rich fauna but also some expected number of bird species. Whether if you are looking for your escape with family including kids or just a fun trip with friends, choosing Rajasthan as your wildlife holiday trip is the most sorted travel plan for you? So pack your bags and leave to get a site of which wilderness that Rajasthan owns.