Incredible Wildlife Tour | Wildlife Holidays Package

OVERVIEW- India has been blessed with a vast variety of wildlife, including mammals, birds, reptiles, insects etc. To protect the animal species, there are numerous wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, which are tourist attractions as well. Incredible Wildlife Tour starts from Delhi and takes you all through till Nagpur. The tour offers you a chance to explore the diverse wildlife of India. During the tour, you visit the well-known wildlife reserves of the county such as Corbett National Park, Sariska Tiger Reserve, Ranthambore National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park and Pench National Park. Set yourself for the enchanting wildlife parks and step out of the monotony and embrace the adventure.

DELHI- New Delhi, capital of India is a mix of the ancient and modern architecture. This 3rd largest city of India unwinds a picture rich with culture, architecture, and human diversity. Divided in two parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India and exerts a beguiling charm on visitors.

CORBETT NATIONAL PARK- Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, this wonderful sanctuary is home to some exotic variety of ferocious cats like the tiger and the leopard. Corbett National Park has a good bio-diversity. In a riverine topography comprising of plateaus and temporary marshy landscape, the park is home to 110 species of trees.

BHARATPUR- This Bird Sanctuary is located in the northwestern state of Rajasthan India. Also known as 'Keoladeo Ghana National Park', Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is famous as 'Ornithologist's Paradise' .One of the finest bird parks in the world, is a reserve that offers protection to faunal species as well.Â

SARISKA- This is Alwar's own garden of paradise. Set in a wooded valley surrounded by barren hills, it is one of the most picturesque Tiger Reserves of Rajasthan. Sariska was declared a sanctuary in 1955, though it became the more distinguished Tiger Reserve in 1979. Three years later it became a National Park.

RANTHAMBORE- It is located in the foothills of Aravali Ranges near the small town of Sawai-Madhopur. It is one of the India's foremost illustrations of Project Tiger. A fine example of Project Tiger, Ranthambore was declared a National Park in 1980.

BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK- It is located in Vindhya mountain range of central India it is a famous wildlife heritage. It is renowned for serving as a shelter to Royal Bengal Tigers, Cheetahs, Leopards and many migratory birds. Today, Bandhavgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is known for having one of the densest populations of Tigers in the country.

KANHA NATIONAL PARK- It is known worldwide for its national park and is ideal for spotting the wild animals. The town is famous for its varied wildlife and various historical sites. The green vegetation of sal teak and other forest trees explain the lush green atmosphere of the national park. Kanha is a tourist friendly place which pampers the tourists and gives them all the opportunity to spend their time in the pure nature.Â

PENCH- It has derived its name from the Pench River which flows through the national park. It has a breathtaking landscape with small hills, mixed forest and the imposing Satpura Ranges. Wildlife includes tigers, leopard, fox, gaur, jungle cat and many other types of animals. Different species of local as well as migratory birds visit Pench every year.Â

Tour Destination: Delhi-Corbett-Bharatpur-Sariska-Ranthambore-Orchha-Bandhavgarh-Kanha-Pench-Nagpur

Travel Duration: 14 Nights/15 Days

DAY 1: DELHI:- Arrive in Delhi and later transfer to the hotel. After freshen up, enjoy full day city tour of Old Delhi & New Delhi visiting

RED FORT- This is a magnificent fort with beautiful artwork of red sandstone on the banks of river Yamuna. It is a huge complex of gardens and pavilions and marble palaces.

JAMA MASJID- This is the largest mosque in India, located opposite to the Red Fort, it was again the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan behind this architectural masterpiece.

RAJ GHAT- Built on the banks of the legendary Yamuna, which flows past New Delhi, Raj Ghat-the last resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation.

INDIA GATE- Built as a memorial to commemorate the 70,000 India soldiers killed in World War I, India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931. The green, velvety lawns at India Gate, particularly, are a popular evening and holiday rendezvous for young and old alike.

PRESIDENTâ€™S HOUSE- New Delhi, centers around the Rashtrapati Bhawan. It is architecturally a very impressive building standing at a height, flowing down as it were to India Gate. HUMAYUNâ€™S TOMB- The emperorâ€™s grieving widow, Haji Begum, built Humayunâ€™s Tomb the first mature example of Mughal architecture in India, in 1565 AD.

LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE- Also called the Birla Mandir it was built in 1938; the temple is an ideal introduction to some of the gods of the India pantheon.Â

LOTUS TEMPLE- The Bahaiâ€™s Temple, is shaped like a lotus. It is an eye-catching edifice worth exploring. Built by the Bahaiâ€™s community, it offers the visitor a serenity that pervades the temple and its artistic design.Â

QUTAB MINAR- It is among the tallest and famous towers in the world. Qutab Minar is famed as the highest brick minaret of the world, located amidst the lush greens of South Delhi.Â

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 2: DELHI â€“ CORBETT:- Early morning drive to the Tiger Reserve-Corbett National Park. Transfer to the hotel.Â

Later in the afternoon go for a nature walk accompanied by a naturalist, along the Kosi River. This area is a birders' paradise. A slide show on the flora & fauna of the area.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 3: CORBETT:- After breakfast enjoy the beauty of the Jim Corbett National Park in a jeep safari searching for tigers or a herd of elephants.Â

WILDLIFE VIEWING: Chital, Sambar, and various other Deer species find refuge in the Savannah grasslands known as the Maidan, behind the campsite to the south. And Tigers are occasionally drawn in looking for prey. Two-hour elephant rides, explore this sea of grass, rarely penetrating far into the deep jungles beyond; try to convince your Mahout or Elephant driver to venture in, as they can be quite magical. Come at dusk or dawn; in the heat of the day you probably wonâ€™t come across much more than deer among the tall grass. Tiger-sightings are few and far between, but you may be rewarded with fresh pugmarks.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 4: CORBETT - BHARATPUR:- After breakfast, continue your drive to Bharatpur. Transfer to hotel and time to relax.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 5: BHARATPUR:- After breakfast visit

BHARATPUR BIRD SANCTUARY- One of the best and famous wildlife sanctuaries in India. It is the only wildlife sanctuary artificially made by a Maharaja. Indigenous water birds and many migratory water birds can be seen in this sanctuary along with larger animals such as Sambhar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar. The major tourist attractions of the park are the numerous migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia, who spend their winters in the sanctuary. The other migratory birds at the Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails and Pipits, etc.

The best way to visit the forest is on foot or cycle. Also rickshaws and boats are on hire for bird watching. A boat trip early morning or in late evening here is worth watching.Â

Later visit Bharatpur Government Museum, Bharatpur Palace and Deeg Palace.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 5: BHARATPUR â€“ SARISKA:- Next morning drive to Sariska, the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque valleys thickly wooded in parts.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 6: SARISKA:- Full day sightseeing visiting

SARISKA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY- The reserve is under the "Project Tigerâ€. The forest cover is mostly of the dry deciduous type with Dhok, Khair, Tendu, Ber, Surwal and Goria.

The park also has good populations of Nilgai, Sambar and Chital. In the evenings, Indian Porcupine, Striped Hyena, Indian Palm Civet and even Leopard are sometimes seen. The Tigers of Sariska are largely nocturnal and are not as easily seen as those of Ranthambore.Â

The avian population in the park is also very large. Some of the bird species visible in the park are Peafowl, Red Jungle Fowl, Spur Fowls, White Breasted Kingfishers, Golden Backed Woodpeckers, Great Indian Horned Owls, Quails, Partridges, Sangrouse, Tree Pies, Crested Serpent Eagles, Parakeets, Drongos, Sunbirds and Vultures.Â

Later visit Kankawadi Fort, Sariska Palace, and Pandupol.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 7: SARISKA - RANTHAMBORE:- Today, drive towards Ranthambore- the largest national park of Rajasthan. Transfer to hotel and evening time to relax.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8: RANTHAMBORE:- After breakfast visit

RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK- this wildlife sanctuary is famous for its Tigers and is favorite with photographers. Tigers, the park's pride makes it one of the best places in the country to observe them. Apart from that a large numbers of Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Gazzelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian Hare, Monitor Lizards and a large number of birds. For the wildlife savvy, Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary has an intense diversity of flora and fauna with 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles and 30 mammals to count a few.

Best time to visit- the ideal time to visit the sanctuary is during the months of October-March and April â€“June.

RANTHAMBORE FORT & JOGI MAHAL- The park got its name from the Ranthambore Fort, which sits on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Park. The fort, which dates back to the 10th century and is probably the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan, was a vital citadel for control of Central India and particularly the Malwa plateau.

The entry point to the Ranthambore National Park goes straight to the foot of the fort and the forest rest house, Jogi Mahal. Also it has the second-largest Banyan tree in India.Â

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 9: RANTHAMBORE - ORCHHA:- After breakfast drive to old and beautiful town- Orchha. Transfer to hotel and after lunch visit Orchha.

JAHANGIR MAHAL- A 17th century mansion, is remarkable for its vivid and fine Indo-Islamic style of architecture.Â

CHHATRIS- The cluster of the Chhatris along theÂ Â of the Betwa River is one of the imposing and attractive features in Orchha. These Chhatris are the memorials of the rulers of Orchha.

ORCHHA FORT- The Fort Complex is the main attraction of Orchha, it is located on an island on the Betwa River.Â

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10: ORCHHA - BANDHAVGARH:- Today continue further to Bandhavgarh National Park, a home to a large number of tigers. Transfer to the resort, and if time permits go on for the evening safari at the park. Rest day free for leisure.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11: BANDHAVGARH:- Today do morning and evening safaris at Bandhavgarh National Park.

BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK- The National Park is located in Vindhya mountain range of central India it is a famous wildlife heritage. It is renowned for serving as a shelter to Royal Bengal Tigers, Cheetals, Leopards and many migratory birds.

BANDHAVGARH FORT- The fort was constructed in the 14th century. It is dotted with numerous caves that belong to the pre-historic era.

KALCHURI ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM- This stunning attraction in Bandhavgarh is popular for archeological remainders of Kalchuri period.

JEEP AND ELEPHANT SAFARI- These are hot favorite ways to explore the beauty of Bandhavgarh National Park. These have earned so much popularity among tourists that now they are also counted as the noted tourist attraction in Bandhavgarh.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 12: BANDHAVGARH - KANHA:- After breakfast drive to Kanha National Park. Transfer to the resort. The evening is free to explore the bird watching experience in and around the resort & local area.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 13: KANHA:- Today do morning and evening safaris at Kanha National Park.

KANHA NATIONAL PARK- Kanha National Park is one of Indiaâ€™s top national parks to see the countryâ€™s majestic â€˜Big Catâ€™ in the countryâ€™s rural heart. Located in Central India, the National Park offers one of the enjoyable wildlife tours in India. The large bird population in the park is also an integral part of the wildlife in Kanha National Park. Bird lovers also flock this place in large numbers, especially in winter to witness a number of rare bird varieties.

BAMNI DADAR- This place is known as Sunset Point and gives visitors a spectacular view of the sunset. This is one of the most beautiful areas of the park.

KANHA MUSEUM- The Kanha museum is located near the Kisli gate inside the park. The place is worth visiting by people interested in animal history.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 14: KANHA - PENCH:- After breakfast drive to Pench National Park. Transfer to the resort. Post lunch you can enjoy water rafting. Rest day free for leisure.

Overnight at hotel.

DAY 15: PENCH - NAGPUR:- Today visit Pench National Park.

PENCH NATIONAL PARK- It is one of the best national parks in India. Pench was the inspiration behind Rudyard Kiplingâ€™sâ€™ Jungle book. Pench is enchanting for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Pench is a blessed land as hills dot the region, forests covers the area with the meandering Pench River nourishing it with life. Enjoy jeep safari and elephant safari in Pench National Park. The growing population of Tigers has made it quite easy to spot one. You can also come face to face with the Leopards, Indian Bison, Sambhar, chitals, spotted deer, and more than 170 species of birds including migratory ones.

Later in the evening, drop to Nagpur to catch flight/train towards onward destination.

Distance & Time (Approx)

Delhi â€“ Corbett: 240 kms/06 hrs
Corbett - Bharatpur: 400 kms/09 hrs
Bharatpur - Sariska: 150 kms/03 hrs
Sariska - Ranthambore: 200 kms/04 hrs
Ranthambore - Orchha: 325 kms/07 hrs
Orchha - Bandhavgarh: 300 kms/07 hrs
Bandhavgarh - Kanha: 350 kms/07 hrs
Kanha â€“ Pench: 200 kms/04 hrs
Pench â€“ Nagpur: 100 kms/02 hrs

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Population: 16,787,941
Area: 1,484 sq km
Geo Location: North
Average Climate: Summer extends from Apr. to Jun. (25Â°C to 46Â°C), Winter from Oct. to Mar. (3 Â°C - 30Â°C), and Monsoon from Jul. to Sep. (25Â°C to 35Â°C).
Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year, though the best climate is experienced from Sep. to Apr.
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Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport

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