Tour Overview

Overview

Rajasthan's Sawai Madhopur is known as Tiger Safari City. It was named after Maharaja Shri Sawai Madhosingh, who constructed it as a planned metropolis between 1751 and 1768.

Built on an Aravalli hilltop in the middle of the jungle, the beautiful Ranthambore Fort served as a hunting lodge for the Maharajas and other members of the royal family, giving rise to the name of the tiger reserve.

It is one of the best wildlife reserves in the nation for watching tigers, covering an area of 282 square kilometers. Whether this fantastic striped beauty is lying down in a water body, walking along a road, or simply relaxing in the early morning during a safari, it is easy to capture on camera.

Safari drives are permitted through the park's central section from October 1 to June 30 every year. The park's buffer area is open all year, even during the rainy season.  

Depending on booking availability, you can explore the animals in an open gypsy or canter during the morning or afternoon shift. The reserve area is divided into ten safari zones or routes, and all the park's zones are accessible through the Ranthambore Tiger Safari booking service.

Due to the limited number of vehicles permitted entry per shift, it is advised to reserve safaris in advance for Ranthambore. The state forest agency is in charge of overseeing and managing every aspect of Ranthambore Safari reservations for Jeeps and Canters.

Know Before You Go

• For safaris, the entire permit cost must be paid in advance.
• Every visitor is required to present identification, and you must bring the same ID that you used to make your reservation.
• Reservations are non-refundable and cannot be changed for another person.
• For the reservation process, non-Indians (foreign tourists) must provide their passport details.
• Indian nationals may share any valid government document, such as a passport, voter ID, Adhaar, or DL, for the reservation process.
• Subject to availability, safari permits are given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
• If, for any reason (such as technological difficulties or seat availability), your safari cannot be scheduled, we will return the whole cost to the bank account you have supplied. You will receive the appropriate information.
• The state forest department may close the park without giving visitors advance notice.
• Visitors must pay the difference at the time of park entry if there is a charge adjustment after making a reservation.
• We reserve the right to act as a travel agency while reserving your safari at the national park, and we accept no liability for any mishaps, injuries, thefts, or fatalities that may occur.
• Please be aware that we have no control over the choice of naturalist guide or safari driver. The forest department's automatic roster system determines it. If you need either, you can apply online for a choice of driver or car at a government cost.
• The state government's booking policy is that, as of June 1st, 2023, about 140 cars (52 canters and 88 gypsies) can enter the park in a single shift.
• Guests must arrive at the lodging 30 minutes before the safari's planned departure time.
• According to government regulations, vehicle allotments (Boarding passes) are given out the day before the afternoon safari and the day before the morning drive.
• Ranthambore permits can be obtained in advance, on a Tatkal basis, or based on a current quota, depending on availability.
• Reservations for Tatkal can be made seven days before the travel date, while reservations in advance are available ninety days before. Current reservations are open that day for both the afternoon and morning drives.
• As soon as payment is received, you will receive a call to confirm zone availability for the specified date and shift.
• Two types of vehicles, a gypsy (6-seater) and a canter (20-seater), are available for a safari in Ranthambore.
• For a small fee, pick-up and drop-off services from the hotel can be arranged from the city; alternatively, visitors can go straight to the boarding points.

Tour Highlights

• Midway through the 10th century, Ranthambore Fort was founded by the late Rajput King Sapaldaksha of the Chauhan Dynasty.
• The 1000-year-old Ranthambore Fort, constructed by the former monarchs, is the source of Ranthambore's name.
• Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary was founded in 1955. In 1973, it was designated a Project Tiger Reserve. On November 1st, 1980, Sawai Madhopur National Park was formed.
• Across four districts, the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve spans an area of 17,000 square kilometers.
• The Tiger Habitat is the driest in the world, with temperatures as high as 48 degrees Celsius.
• It is home to one of the nation's largest banyan trees.
• The most photographed tiger in the world is Machali (T-16).
• Due to the monsoon season, the park's central portion is closed from July to September.

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Fast Facts

• Midway through the 10th century, Ranthambore Fort was founded by the late Rajput King Sapaldaksha of the Chauhan Dynasty.
• The 1000-year-old Ranthambore Fort, constructed by the former monarchs, is the source of Ranthambore's name.
• Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary was founded in 1955. In 1973, it was designated a Project Tiger Reserve. On November 1st, 1980, Sawai Madhopur National Park was formed.
• Across four districts, the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve spans an area of 17,000 square kilometers.
• The Tiger Habitat is the driest in the world, with temperatures as high as 48 degrees Celsius.
• It is home to one of the nation's largest banyan trees.
• The most photographed tiger in the world is Machali (T-16).
• Due to the monsoon season, the park's central portion is closed from July to September.

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