Ranthambore Tiger Safari

Ranthambore National Park is one of the best places in the world to spot the Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat. Once the hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, the park is dotted with ancient ruins, including a majestic fort that overlooks the jungle.

A jeep or canter safari takes you through dry deciduous forests and open grasslands. The thrill of tracking a tiger—listening to alarm calls of deer and monkeys, checking for pugmarks—is exhilarating.

When a tiger finally emerges from the bush, walking with its unhurried, royal gait, time stands still. Apart from tigers, the park is home to leopards, sloth bears, and a rich variety of birdlife. The backdrop of ruins against the wilderness makes it a photographer's dream.