Complete Travel Guide to Ranthambore National Park

 

Complete Travel Guide to Ranthambore National Park

One of India's most beautiful wildlife parks is Ranthambore National Park, which is situated at the intersection of the Aravali and Vindhya Hill Ranges. It is home to many amazing big cats, including the Tiger, Leopard, Leopard Cat, Desert Cat, and many more Popular Wild Animals.

Things to do in Ranthambore

·         Experience the amazing Jeep Safari to see the Royal Bengal Tiger and other exotic creatures.

·         The Ranthambore Fort or Ranthambore ka Kila may be reached by hiking.

·         Go on a canter safari with plenty of people and take in the wildlife.

·         Try to see the elusive Indian striped hyenas and porcupines by taking a stroll through Lakarda and Anantpura.

·         Amazing regional artwork may be seen at the Ranthambore School of Art.

·         For fans of birds, the woodlands are a wonderland. Enjoy a leisurely day spotting some stunning and uncommon local and migrating birds.

·         Visit the Kachida valley, which lies a little outside. It provides some very stunning views of the area's scenery.

·         Get a bird's eye perspective of the stunning countryside by flying over it in a hot air balloon.

·         Take a walk around Padam Lake.

·         Explore Jogi Mahal, which the Jaipur royal family established.
Must Read: Best 10 Things to Do In Ranthambore

About Ranthambore National Park

In Rajasthan, Sawai Madhopur is a city located around 13.5 kilometres from Ranthambore National Park. One of the best spots to see wild animals is near the intersection of the Aravali and Vindhya hill ranges since the animals are accustomed to the attention they receive there. If the Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary area is added to the park's 400 sq km of land, the total area is around 500 sq km.

There are several buildings in Ranthambore National Park that transport you back in time. The park contains a large number of water features that offer great comfort to the park's wild animals throughout the sweltering summer days. The park is called after a massive fort that dominates it from atop a hill. The forest has several ancient ruins dispersed throughout it, giving it a distinct, amazing, and blended flavour of nature, history, and fauna. In the Ranthambore National Park, tigers have even been observed hunting right in front of tourists.

History of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve

The Indian government first built Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary, which later became Ranthambore National Park. It was designated as one of India's Project Tiger reserves in 1973. Ranthambore was designated as a national park on November 1st, 1980, and the nearby woods were given the names Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and Keladevi Sanctuary.

 

Ranthambore National Park Location

Ranthambore National Park is located at the junction of the Aravali and Vindhya Hill Ranges. It is around 13-14 km from the city of Sawai Madhopur and 190 km from Jaipur in Rajasthan. A road trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore is guaranteed to delight tourists with its diverse landscapes and rustic sorroundings.

Suggested Tour Packages:

·         Jaipur Ranthambore Tour

·        Ranthambore Safari Package

·        Rajasthan Wildlife Tour with Taj Mahal

Facts about Ranthambore National Park

The Ranthambore National Park is home to the following significant facts:

·        The park has the name of the 10th-century fort known as Ranthambore. Three stone temples to Lord Ganesha, Lord Shiva, and Ramlalji are located inside its 700-foot-tall walls.

·        Padam Lake, Raj-Bag Lake, and Malik Lake are the three lakes in the park.

·        Near Padam Lake is where you may find India's second-largest Banyan tree.

·        At this lake, Princess Padmavati is said to have taken a bath and committed Sati.

·        There are numerous animal species and approximately 300 plant species in the national park.

Ranthambore National Park's flora

The Dhok is the plant that dominates the park the most. It makes up more than 75% of the park's vegetation. There are many different shrubs, and they are a key source of food for many animals. Banyan, Pipal, and Neem trees are among the park's other trees. There are also many fruit trees, including jamun, mango, and imli. There are many different floral plants and bushes there as well.

Fauna in Ranthambore National Park

Some magnificent big cats, including the Tiger, Leopard, Leopard Cat, Desert Cat, Jungle Cat, Caracal, and Fishing Cat, may be found in the Ranthambore National Park. The tiger in the Ranthambore National Park is at the top of the local food chain. Predators like the Jackal, Striped Hyena, Desert Fox, Crocodile, etc., as well as creatures like the Chital, Sambhar Deer, Nilgai, Chinkara, etc., may be found in the Ranthambore National Park. More than 300 different bird species live in and migrate to the Ranthambore Sanctuary.

Ranthambore National Park Safari

In this wildlife reserve, one of the most well-liked activities is the Ranthambore Tiger Safari. In fact, one of India's most popular tiger sanctuaries is the Ranthambore Tiger Sanctuary. The only way for tourists to see the region's stunning vegetation and see the Tiger among other creatures is on a safari. You may learn more about Ranthambore safari trips by reading the information below .

There are two options available while booking a Ranthambore Safari:

Jeep Safari –

A 6-seater, four-wheeled Gypsy that takes you through the wilderness to experience nature. Being a smaller vehicle, the Gypsy can traverse narrow trails and increase the chances of spotting a tiger and other elusive animals and birds.

Canter Safari

– A canter is a 20-seater vehicle that is a good option for larger families and groups.

Ranthambore National Park Safari Booking

The Rajasthan government's forest division oversees the management of Booking  for the Ranthambore safari. You can Ranthambore online safari Booking from the website of the forest department or offline at the office of the national park. You can choose between half-day and full-day safaris in certain zones.

Best Tiger Zone in Ranthambore

There are ten zones in the national park and not all zones are open for tourists. Below is a description of the various zones:

·        Zone 1 – More of a buffer zone and home to Tiger-39 and Tiger-57

·        Zone 2 – Many tiger sightings have been reported from this zone since there are water holes here

·        Zone 3 – Padam Lake falls in this zone where big cats can be frequently spotted.

·        Zone 4 – This zone is home to the most famous tigress of Ranthambore – Machli

·        Zone 5 – Various big cats can be spotted in this zone like T-25, T-28, T-17, T-74, and T-75

·        Zone 6 – This zone has more open grasslands with huge mountains in the backdrop. You might get a chance to spot the rare red-headed vulture here.

·        Zone 7 – Home to Tiger-8 and Tiger-34

·        Zone 8 – Very similar to Zone 7. The zone has a slightly different landscape compared to Zone 7 though.

·        Zone 9 – This zone is around 45 minutes away from the Ranthambore tiger reserve. It is home to Tiger-42 (Fateh), an aggressive male tiger who is known to chase the vehicles of the forest department.

·        Zone 10 – A good place to spot T-13, T-42, and T-43

Ranthambore safari timings

You must be aware of the ideal times to visit the sanctuary if you plan to schedule a Ranthambore safari. From July to September, which are rainy months, the park is closed. The safari's schedule for the remainder of the year is as follows:

• October 1 to 30: 6.30-10 am and 2.30-6 pm
• November 1 to January 31: 7-10.30 am and 2-5.30 pm
• February 1 to March 31: 6.30-10 am and 2.30-6 pm
• April 1 to May 15: 6-9.30 am and 3-6.30 pm
• May 15 to June 30: 6-9.30 am and 3.30-7 pm

Ranthambore National Park Safari Price

Indians and tourists pay varying prices for the safari. Additionally, it contains a number of elements, such as the park entrance charge, rental fees for vehicles, guides' fees, etc. The Rajasthan government also raises the price of the safari by 10% year.

The safari prices as of 2022-23 is as follows:

Normal/ One zone permit Canter Safari Charges: 03:30 hrs long for both shifts i.e morning & afternoon. ( any zone out of 01 to 10).

·        Indian: 750/- INR per person per safari. Gov price without service charge & GST.

·        Foreign Tourist: 1815/- INR per person per safari. Gov price without service charge & GST.