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RANTHAMBORE
NATIONAL
PARK
Famous
for the exciting and frequent tiger sightings captured dramatically in
several books, this park is today4 affected by ecological pressures and
poaching. Nevertheless, it is a highly photogenic park. Chhattris
(projecting balconies) and other structures dot the landscape and the
1000-year-old Ranthambore fort, perched on a 2300 metre-high cliff,
forms a delightful backdrop to the lakes and forests. At the junction of
the Aravalli and Vindhya hill range, this is one of the finest places to
view animals, especially as they are used to being stared at here. sambar,
chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, langur,
muggers, peacocks and gray partridges are frequent sights.
Tiger and leopard, with luck, can also be spotted.
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General
Information |
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Altitude
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215
- 507
metres.
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Climate
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Summer
maximum 48, Winter minimum 2 degrees. |
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Access |
Sawai
Madhopur, 14 km from the park entrance, is the nearest town. From
Delhi it is 480 and from Jaipur 180 km. As there are several
convenient trains, driving from Delhi is not recommended, unless
via Sariska with a stopover. This is as private vehicles are not
allowed in the park. From Jaipur the drive is south to Tonk, 95
km, and then to Sawai Madhopur via Uniari, a distance of 85 km.
Sawai Madhopur is situated on the main Delhi-Mumbai line and also
linked to Jaipur and Agra. The nearest airport is Jaipur, 132 km
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Best Time
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Open
from October to July. Visits are regulated by the reserve
management. Private vehicles not permitted.
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Where to Stay
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- The Sawai
Madhopur Lodge
- Tiger Moon
Resort
- Tiger Den
- Vanya Vilas
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Suggested
Programme
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DAY
01
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JAIPUR
/ RANTHAMBORE (156 km)
Depart for Ranthambore by car. On arrival check-in at the resort.
Afternoon visit the sanctuary by jeep.
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DAY
02
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RANTHAMBORE
Morning and evening jeep excursion into the park for game viewing.
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DAY
03
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RANTHAMBORE
/ JAIPUR
Depart for Jaipur by car.
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For
further information and reservation please contact
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