Ranthambore Tigers

The Park is open to tourists from the 1st of October to the 30th of June. Most of the tourists visit the park between November and March, mainly because the summer’s heat is unbearable.

The period between November and February is excellent for wildlife viewing, particularly for bird watching. A lot of migratory birds visit the park during the winter months.

During the summer months (April to June), when the temperature soars over 40 degrees Centigrade during the day, sighting tigers is relatively easier than it is in winters.

March is a great month for wildlife viewing and the temperatures are not very high.

The magnificent 8th century Ranthambhore Fort is situated within the National Park. It is one of India’s largest with a circumference of eight kilometers and was among the most strategic forts in Hindustan during the Mughal period. It has Mughal and Rajput palaces, mosques and temples including an important one dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Elephant God. Ideal for a half day excursion, exploring the monuments and the Jungle within the Fort. We can, of course, organise a little picnic!

The old city of Sawai Madhopur, is known for its silver jewelry, various objects made from khus (vetiver) grass, indigenous perfumes and other local craft. It also has some old temples and is worth a visit.

We organize a camel safari, outside the reserve, on prior booking. You have a good chance to spot birds, smaller mammals and maybe the occasional herd of Indian antelope. A great way to explore rural Rajasthan.

Surwal Lake. A good place to see migratory duck, geese and other birds during the winter season.

The Dastakari Kendra, a local co-operative that provides employment to village women and keeps alive local skills. It is walking distance from the camp but we provide a vehicle at no charge

Mode of Transport

a)   Gypsy [Open 4 Wheel Drive Jeep] 6 Seater

b)   Diesel Canter [Open Safari Bus] 20 Seater

c)   Petrol Canter [Open Safari Bus] 12-15 Seater

Park Timings : The Park is open to tourists from the 1st of October to the 30th of June. Most of the tourists visit the park between November and March, mainly because the summer’s heat is unbearable.

Summer :Morning April to June 0630 hr to 1030 hr Evening 1530 hr to 1830 hr

Winter :October to March Morning 0700 hr to 1100 hr Evening 1500 hr to 1800 hr

Right of Admission is reserved with The Government of Rajasthan.

•             Park may be closed without any prior notice to visitor.

•             No refund / cancellation is permissible after confirmed booking.

•             Bookings are non-transferable.

•             Reserved seats can not be resold / exchanged with any other visitor.

•             Identity proof is must before entry into the park.

•             Cost of Ticket and Accessories may change after booking and visitor will be    liable to pay the difference at the time of entry.

•             Into the park in case of any revision in rates.The visitor is required to    positively report for boarding Gypsy/Canter 15 minutes prior to the    scheduled departure time of any designated boarding point.

Rules for Photo Equipments:

•             There are no charges for Still Camera.

•             Charges for Pcam (Movies 8 mm, 16 mm and video camera used by a mature photographer), DCam (Video camera and movie camera used by  professional photographer for films other than feature films - filming by Indian company/agency), VCam (Video camera and movie camera used by professional photographer for other than feature film - filming by foreign company/agency), FCam (Movie and video camera used for featurefilm) as per Tourism/ Forest Department policy.

Special Note for the Park Safari:

•             To book safari we require Name and passport number for the Foreigner National and for the Indian.

National need name and any id details of everyone who is traveling at least 60 days in advance with details of safari booking.

•             Please mention the date, time and trip of safari (i.e. Morning/ Afternoon) and any other excursions at the time of making

reservation.

•             Identity proof is must before entry into the park.

•             To confirm safari we need advance payment. This deposit is non refundable, and non adjustable, also it is tough to get Jeeps in Ranthambhore as only 14 Jeeps are allowed to go inside the park, per Jeep only 6 guests sit, and rest of the guests go in the canters, which are open safari buses, 20 seater.

•             The entire safari subject to availability.

•             For park safari Forest Department is charging full advance payment Vehicle hire charges, Vehicle park entry fee, pax entry fee and naturalist charges.

•             Vehicles are released by Forest Department only when they receive full advance payment and all the advance bookings are non refundable and non adjustable.

•             No refund / cancellation is permissible after confirmed booking. Bookings are non-transferable.

•             Please note that any changes in entrance fees or govt. taxes will be extra and will have to be paid by Guest or Travel Agent.

•             Any changes in policies by Ranthambhore park authority will be intimated to you and will be applicable for all future booking.