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Indian Wildlife
Wildlife National Parks in India
Ranthambhore
National Park and Tiger Reserve
Ranthambhore National Park
Location of Ranthambhore National Park :
The Ranthambhore park and reserve lies in the desert state of Rajasthan
on the main DelhiMumbai railway line and is readily accessible from Jaipur
(145km; 90 miles). Sawai Madhopur, the nearest railhead and gateway to
the park, lies 11 km (7 miles) away.
Climate of Ranthambhore National Park : Summer.(April-June) temperatures rise to 40°C (104°F). Winter nights are cold (8°C; 46°F).
When to go (Ranthambhore National Park) : The best time to go is in winter (December to February) and March/April. The park is closed during the monsoon period; it reopens on 1 October.
Getting to Ranthambhore National Park : The nearest town is Sawai Madhopur, which has a good bus service with many connections.
Facilities at Ranthambhore National Park : Madhopur has excellent resorts and eco-Iodges: Taj group-owned Sawai Madhopur Lodge (old hunting lodge of Maharaja of Jaipur); new Vanyavilas, super luxury tented resort owned by Oberoi Hotels. Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) manages more basic and functional Hotel Kamadhenu and Castle Jhoomar Baori Forest Lodge.
Wildlife in Ranthambhore National Park : Interesting array of fauna includes Tiger, Panther (Leopard), Hyena, deer, Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, and Jungle Cat. Prolific bird species. Ranger-led safaris in open-sided jeeps and Canters (20-seater, openroofed trucks); drives around picturesque reservoirs (good for photography).
Permits and Reservations for Ranthambhore National Park : For information and accommodation, contact: Field Director, Rantharnbhore National Park and Tiger Reserve, Sawai Madhopur, Raiasthan-322001.
Climate of Ranthambhore National Park : Summer.(April-June) temperatures rise to 40°C (104°F). Winter nights are cold (8°C; 46°F).
When to go (Ranthambhore National Park) : The best time to go is in winter (December to February) and March/April. The park is closed during the monsoon period; it reopens on 1 October.
Getting to Ranthambhore National Park : The nearest town is Sawai Madhopur, which has a good bus service with many connections.
Facilities at Ranthambhore National Park : Madhopur has excellent resorts and eco-Iodges: Taj group-owned Sawai Madhopur Lodge (old hunting lodge of Maharaja of Jaipur); new Vanyavilas, super luxury tented resort owned by Oberoi Hotels. Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) manages more basic and functional Hotel Kamadhenu and Castle Jhoomar Baori Forest Lodge.
Wildlife in Ranthambhore National Park : Interesting array of fauna includes Tiger, Panther (Leopard), Hyena, deer, Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, and Jungle Cat. Prolific bird species. Ranger-led safaris in open-sided jeeps and Canters (20-seater, openroofed trucks); drives around picturesque reservoirs (good for photography).
Permits and Reservations for Ranthambhore National Park : For information and accommodation, contact: Field Director, Rantharnbhore National Park and Tiger Reserve, Sawai Madhopur, Raiasthan-322001.
