Rajasthan, one of the vibrant state of India, is popular for its rich tradition, culture, architectural monuments like forts and palaces. Besides, the state is also known for its diverse flora and fauna. The state houses a large number of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Its diverse topography ranging from desert to green forest and hill ranges to wetland provides ideal conditions to inhabit a large variety of plants and animals. Rajasthan also offers various jungle safaris to its tourists to enjoy the richness of its wildlife.


Major Wildlife Sanctuary
Rajasthan has several wildlife sanctuaries and parks that are known worldwide for their diverse variety of flora and fauna. Sanctuaries like Ranthambore National Park, Sariska National Park, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Desert National Park are home to a variety of wildlife including some rare endangered species.

Eastern Rajasthan
» Ranthambore National Park - Located in the Sawai Madhopur district, the Ranthambore National Park was established in the year 1955. In 1973, it came under the Project Tiger Scheme and was declared a national park in 1980. With an area of 1334 sq. km., the park houses a range of wildlife including the tiger. It is one of the best place to spot tigers in the broad day light. Besides, one can also see chital, leopard, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sambars, sloth bear on a large number. The park is also home to around 270 bird species including several migratory. Best time to visit is between October to April.

» Sariska Tiger Reserve -The tiger reserve was established in the year 1958 and came under the Project Tiger Scheme in 1979. Spanning over an area of 800 sq. km., the park houses tigers, leopard, chital, four-horned antelope, wild dogs, chinkara or Indian gazelles etc. November to June is the ideal time to visit the sanctuary.

» Keoladeo Ghana National Park - It is one of the best known bird sanctuaries of India located in the Bharatpur district. It is home to a large variety of bird species including thousands of migratory. It offers an chance to see a number of migratory birds including some from Siberia and China. Some important bird species of the park, which can be spotted easily include cranes, egrets, pelicans, stork, eagles, grey horn etc. October to March and July to August is the most suitable period to visit the park.


Western Rajasthan
» Desert National Park - It was established in 1980 to preserve the desert ecosystem. Due to its close proximity to the Thar Desert the Desert National Park of Jaisalmer has a unique wildlife species. Spread over an area of 3150 sq. km., the park houses a large number of chinkara, blackbuck, desert fox, wolves, snakes and lizards with a wide variety of rare and exotic birds.
» Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary - This 10 sq. km. long wildlife sanctuary is located at a distance of 32 km from Bikaner. It has a good number of wildlife species including desert cats, desert fox, chinkara and blackbuck. Best time to visit is between October to March.


Northern Rajasthan
» Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary - This 70 sq. km. long wildlife sanctuary is home to a variety of fauna and avi-fauna. The major wildlife species include blackbuck, chinkara, desert fox and a variety of resident and migratory birds. September to March is the best time to visit the sanctuary.


Southern Rajasthan
» Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary - Covering an area of 160 sq. km., it was established in the year 1957 and is located near the artificial Jaisamand Lake. Sloth bear, leopard, chital, chinkara, wild boar are the major wildlife of the sanctuary. Besides, a number of bird, both resident and migratory, and some crocodiles and fish can be spotted here. November to June is the best time to visit it.

» Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary - Spreading over an area of 560 sq. km., it is located near the Kumbhalgarh Fort in the Aravalli range. It harbors animals like sloth bear, leopard, nilgai, sambar, jackal, wolf. Best time to visit is from October to June.

» Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary - This 290 sq. km. wildlife sanctuary is located on the Aravalli hills. Established in 1960, it provides shelter to a large variety of mammals including sambars, wild boar, chinkara, leopard & sloth bear. March to June is the ideal time to visit it.

The desert state Rajasthan offers various adventure activities including camel safari, horse safari, jeep safari and elephant safaris. These safaris are the best ways to explore its unexplored territories of desert, hilly and forest terrain with a wide variety of wildlife. These safaris provide the kind of adventure that really makes the adrenaline flow and gift you memories of a lifetime.

» Camel Safari - Camel, popularly known as the ship of the desert was primarily domesticated for the journey in the desert area. Camel safari in Rajasthan takes you to the countryside of the Rajasthan and is the best way to explore the sandy desert of the great Indian Thar Desert. It will be a great experience to explore the vibrant living desert life style.

» Horse Safari - A thrilling horse safari is one of the best way to experience the scenic hilly territories, the beautiful forest plains and the rocky field of Rajasthan. This safari passes through the rural countryside, ruins of historical monuments, temples and many places of tourist interest. This is an unique way to explore the natural and cultural beauty of Rajasthan.

» Jeep Safari - This is the fastest way to explore the varied landscape and cultural heritage of Rajasthan. This is also one of the way to explore the rich flora and fauna in various wildlife sanctuaries. It takes you to different villages rich in ethnic and cultural life.
» Elephant Safari - Elephant safari is another adventurous safari option in Rajasthan. It is one of the best ways to explore the rich tradition and culture of the state. It gives a wonderful chance to see the magical, photogenic and colourful villages, jungles etc. Elephant Safaris are most common around Jaipur and have become very popular in last few years. Moving in the dense forests on the back of an elephant is one of the best experiences.