Ranthambore

Ranthambore has a vast and abundant wildlife. Other than a huge variety of animals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and plenty of exotic species of flora and fauna, the park is most famous for its diurnal tigers. As per the survey, the park has a total of 35 species of reptiles, 40 species of mammals and 320 species of birds, migratory as well as residential. The park is a haven for bird watchers and attracts tourists from worldwide due to the inhabitation of the tigers. Not just tigers but the other exotic wild cats can also be found wandering in the woods which include - Leopards, Caracals, Rusty Spot Cats, Fishing Cats, Jungle Cats etc. A visit to the same is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

Ranthambore is perfect for a fun-filled adventure trip. And the trip is futile without the jungle safari. You can book either a 6-seater Gypsy SUV or a Canter, which is a 2-seater bus service. A Gypsy is a better option as there are fewer people, better navigation and quicker movements. The Canter cannot take you into narrow zones, plus the seats can give you a stiff back. Each vehicle has a driver and a guide. The peak season to visit is autumn to spring because of the moderate weather. However, tiger sightings are more in the summer season. The safaris run in two slots in the morning and evening. In winters, the morning slot is 6:30 am to 10:30 am and the evening slot is 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. In summers, the morning slot is 6:00 am to 10:00 am and the evening slot is 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm.


The summer and winter timings differ from each other.

· 1st October to 31st October: 7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.; 2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
· 1st November to 31st January: 7.00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.; 2.00 P.M. to 5.30 P.M.
· 1st February to 31st March: 6.30 A.M. to 10.00 A.M.; 2.30 P.M. to 6.00 P.M.
· 1st April to 15th May: 6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M.; 3.00 P.M. to 6.30 P.M.
· 15th May to 30th June: 6.00 A.M. to 9.30 A.M; 3.30 P.M. to 7.00 P.M.
The safari season stays shut for three months from July to September due to the rains.

The approximate charges for the Gypsy and Canter are given below-
· Canter (Diesel): INR 334 (Indians); INR 313 (Indian student); INR 513 (non-Indians)
· Canter (Petrol): INR 364 (Indians); INR 344 (Indian student); INR 544 (non-Indians)
· Gypsy: INR 429 (Indians); INR 408 (Indian student); INR 608 (non-Indians)

You can book the safari online to avoid later disappointments and full-house. Or you can walk down to the local booking office an hour or two before to book a seat. The hotels also offer to book safaris for you, although they charge exorbitant prices for the same.

This national park is one of the most visited ones in Rajasthan. Sighting tigers here is more successful than most of the other tiger reserves. Tiger safaris are well organized here and Tigers of Ranthambore are known to be camera friendly and have been captured in many poses as well. At times they are outside the main reserve and it is possible for you to sight one without a ticket! The reserve is open between October and May. Safaris start early morning and then around lunchtime. The reserve closes by sunset time (depending on the weather). Tickets are to be purchased for entry and video cameras. Safaris can be very dusty, bumpy and tiring as the vehicles run on semi-paved roads with the reserve it is recommended not to have a heavy meal just before the safari. This national park is home to many wild animals apart from the tiger as well. This park covers an area of 392 km2 and is home to other wild animals including leopard, nilgai, wild boar, sambar, hyena, sloth bear and chital. It is also home to wide variety of trees, plants, birds and reptiles. It is also the site of one of the largest banyan trees in India.

Ranthambore can be your ideal destination for adventure and wildlife but the same cannot be said about food or cuisine. Ranthambore does not carry any significant food culture or unique delicacy but the resorts, here will give you numerous options. It's preferable to stick to those while you might want to try local Dhabas which offer bits of local Rajasthani and Punjabi cuisine.
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Day 1: Reach Ranthambore by morning. Check in and freshen up. Post meals head towards the afternoon Safari Rides. Make sure you carry hats/caps in summers and heavy woollens in winters. Wear comfortable shoes and carry water bottles along. Take your glasses and gloves (in winters) too.The ride extends for three hours. Later, you can stroll along the lakes or get back to your lodge. Alternatively, you can shop exquisite handicrafts made by localities as souvenirs. The Dastkar Craft Centre is one of the go-to places for handicrafts.
Day 2: Leave for the early morning Safari Ride. Later, you can head towards Kachida Valley to locate a variety of species. After this, head towards the majestic Ranthambore Fort, have a panoramic view of the entire sprawl. There are five temples, a mosque and a dargah inside the Fort. You can later spend the rest part of your evening at Jogi Mahal or Padam Lake.
Day 3: (Optional) You can visit the inspiring Ranthambore School of Art, a paradise for the connoisseurs of art. Also, if you happen to visit the place in January, you can feast at the Sawai Madhopur Utsav held on 19th of January every year.

The top things to do in Ranthambore are Jeep Safari Ranthambore, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Ranthambhore Fort, Padam Lake, Trinetra Ganesh Temple, Kacheeda Valley. You can see all the places to visit in Ranthambore here

The packages for Ranthambore start at INR 5500 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

Ranthambore National Park is around 11kms from Sawai Madhopur. It is well connected via rail and roadways. The nearest airport is 160 km away, the Jaipur International Airport. Ranthambore is connected by road to cities like Jaipur (160km), Delhi (220 km), Agra (300 km), etc.
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Ranthambore can be your ideal destination for adventure and wildlife but the same cannot be said about food or cuisine. Ranthambore does not carry any significant food culture or unique delicacy but the resorts, here will give you numerous options. It's preferable to stick to those while you might want to try local Dhabas which offer bits of local Rajasthani and Punjabi cuisine.
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Ranthambore National Park remains open from the months of October to June, with the winter months (October - December) being the best time to visit this place. October to April are the best months to visit Ranthambore to spot tigers. Summers are quite hot, however, chances of spotting tigers increase in the summers. The park remains closed during monsoons. 

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People who are looking for excursions and sightseeing, an absolute delight for wildlife photographers. Weekend Getaway for solo travellers/couples/families.

Scorching sun of summer months and chilly winters are hard to combat with. Please ensure your safety in the National Park. Booking Safaris and finding accommodation close to the park might not be very easy.

A traveller's delight, the place is one of the rare ones to spot Tigers and other variety of exotic flora and fauna.