About Ranthambore National Park

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About The Park

District :	Sawai Madhopur Region in Dhundhar
Location :	At the junction of Aravallis and Vindhyas, SE of Rajasthan
Famous As :	Tiger Reserve
What To Look For :	Indian Gazelle, Black Buck, Elephants, Tigers, spotted deer, wild boar, jackals, painted storks (300 bird species overall), plus impressive ruins, forts, and temples
To See :	Wildlife National Park, Ranthambore Fort, Ganesh Temple, Jogi Mahal, Ranthambore School of Art.
What to Do :	Jeep safari, Elephant Safari, Canter Safari, Learning Painting from Ranthambore School of Art.
Best Time to Visit :	November to February - Best Time to Explore. March, April and May Increases the Tiger Sighting. Closed - July to September, Opens - October to June.
Don't Miss :	Tiger Safari inside the jungle, a visit to the Ranthambore Fort inside the National Park.
Getting There :	Air : Nearest airport is Jaipur - 145 km away, from there it takes about 3 hours. Rail : Sawai Madhopur Railway Station is the nearest one, lying at a distance of 11km. Road : Routes to Ranthambore : Buses ply on regular basis to all the major destinations in Rajasthan and India. NH - 8 to Jaipur, NH - 11 to Dausa, NH- 12 to Tonk.
Inside Tip :	Never get down of Jeeps or Elephants while in the Forest. Listen to the instructions of the Guide while on your Jungle Expeditions.
Important Distances :	15 km NE of Sawai Madhopur, 201 km SE of Jaipur, 457 km SW of Delhi, Agra - 277 km, Mumbai - 1077 km.
Staying Options :	Vanya Vilas, Aman-i-Khas Resort, Sawai Madhopur Lodge, Castle Jhoomar Baori, Ranthambore Bagh, Hotel Vinayak.

Ranthambore National Park is a fascinating blend of history and nature. Inside the park is a formidable fort that was built in the 10th century and coveted by many rulers due to its strategic position between north and central India.
The park itself is situated at the joining of the Vindhya Plateau and the Aravalli Hills, and is characterized by rocky plains and steep cliffs. It supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, including around 30 tigers.
Ranthambore Location
In India’s desert state of Rajasthan, 450 kilometers (280 miles) south west of Delhi and 185 kilometers (115 miles) from Jaipur. The main gate and fort are 3kms inside the park.

How to Get to Ranthambore
The closest airport is in Jaipur, four hours traveling time by road. Alternatively the closest railway station is at Sawai Madhopur, 11 kilometers (7 miles) away. It’s easily reachable by train from Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra.

When to Visit Ranthambore
The most animals are seen during the hot months of March and April, when they come out in search of water. However, it’s more comfortable to visit during the preceding cooler months. Be sure to bring warm clothes if visiting during winter.

Ranthambore Opening Hours
The park is open from sunrise until sunset, except from July 1 to October 1 when it closes due to the monsoon rains. Safaris run for two and a half hours from 7 a.m. and again from 2 p.m.

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