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Tour Code JHRTHB
Rating 5.0
8 DAYS

Jhalana – Ranthambore

Best season October to June
Maximum Altitude 1345 to 2094 ft
Group Size 5 and 11+1
Language English, Hindi
Transportation Domestic Flights, All Surface Transfers
Meals All Inclusive Meals (B, L & D)
Fitness level Easy to Moderate

Overview

Get ready to witness and photograph the majestic predators walk around in glory. This wildlife safari takes you on an intensive tiger tracking at two of the well-known wildlife reserves of India – Ranthambore national park and Jhalana National Park. During the tour you get a chance to explore the diverse flora and fauna of the country.

Set in the foothills of Aravalli hills, the Jhalana Safari Park is the best place to witness leopards and many other wild animals such as Striped Hyena, Desert Fox, Golden jackal, Chital, Indian Palm Civets etc. Popular for verdant serene surroundings, the Ranthambore National Park is nestled in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. Bringing you close to the nature, Ranthambore was once the hunting place of the Maharajas of Jaipur. A trip to Ranthambore not only offers you incredible wildlife but also rakes up your adventure spirit.

So, unwind amidst the lap of nature, capture the finest wildlife photographs and create unforgettable memories during these 7 days expedition to Ranthambore and Jhalana National Park

Highlights

  • Exceptional photo opportunities of tigers and other species
  • Experience 7 days in the midst of wilderness at India’s 2 premiere wildlife reserves
  • Explore the beautiful forests. Get an opportunity to see the 2 big cats (Royal tigers and leopards) along with Gaurs, Chital and Sambar and many more.
  • Exciting stay in wildlife resort
  • Meals and Stay will be taken care of throughout the trip
  • Photography assistance and interactive sessions on and off field
  • An entertaining and extremely engaging trip

  • Arrive at New-Delhi International Airport – Indira Gandhi International Airport. Meet our representative on arrival and transfer to the Luxury hotel (at Aero city- Delhi Airport)
  • Check-in the hotel, freshen-up followed by the meals

  • Check out and transfer to the domestic airport terminals for your flight to Jaipur.
  • Breakfasts will be provided as per our flight timings.
  • Arrive in Jaipur. Transfer to Hotel.
  • Check-in in the hotel and rooms will be assigned as per arrival.
  • Freshen-up at Later we will have a brief meet and greet to discuss the details about the Safari and interact with the group about the upcoming Trip and Photography opportunities.
  • Proceed for lunch and meet at 2:30 pm for the 3:00 pm Afternoon Safari at Jhalana Leopard Safari park.
  • Return to the hotel in the evening. Freshen up and gather for a short interactive session to share your experience, photographs and discuss wildlife photography, tricks and techniques with each other.
  • Dinner and lights off.

  • Wake up at 6:00 am to proceed for the 7:00 am City Tour of Jaipur.
  • Visit to historical places such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Amir’s Fort, Jantar Mantar etc.
  • Enjoy a traditional Rajasthani Lunch.
  • Proceed to the hotel in the evening and have dinner. Lights off.

  • Wake up early at 4:45 Fresh up and meet at reception.
  • Post the morning tea, we gear up for morning games drive at 5.30 am.
  • Leopards are most active during the early hours of dawn and late hours of dusk. We endeavor to utilize the first hour of the ride to the fullest. We begin the day by reaching the park gate as early as possible to be the first one to enter when the gates open. This will enable us to look for other fresh signs of leopards and other species of birds and mammals for photography.
  • After Morning safari return to the hotel, pack bags and checkout from the hotel after breakfast.
  • Transfer to Ranthambore National Park by Innova or any other comfortable car. (3hrs drive).
  • Check-in at Resort. Rooms will be assigned upon arrival.
  • Have Lunch and get ready for afternoon safari.
  • Meet in the lobby at 2:30 pm for a short discussion about Ranthambore topography, wildlife photography techniques and group interaction.
  • Depart for afternoon safari at 3:00 pm.
  • In the evening, return to hotel.
  • Discuss about photography, review photographs and share pictures and experiences.
  • Post dinner, lights off.

  • Wake up early at 5.00 am Freshen up and meet at the reception.
  • Morning tea at 6:00 am, depart for the Fort Tour.
  • Proceed to resort for breakfast and meet up for a photography session and other discussions.
  • Have lunch and prepare for an afternoon Safari. (Meet up at 02:30 pm for 03:00 pm Safari).
  • Return to the hotel in the evening. Freshen up and gather for a short interactive session to share your experience, photographs and discuss about wildlife photography, tricks and techniques with each other.
  • Dinner and lights off.

  • For the following 2 days, the same schedule below will be followed in pursuit of tiger and other species of birds and mammals photography opportunities.
  • Wake up early at 4:45 Fresh up and meet at the reception.
  • Post morning tea and we gear up for morning games drive at 6.00 am.
  • Tigers are most active during the early hours of dawn and late hours of dusk. We endeavor to utilize the first hour of the ride to the fullest. We begin the day by reaching the park gate as early as possible to be the first one to enter when the gates open. This will enable us to look for pugmarks and other fresh signs of any tiger movement better to track the big cats, providing us a favorable opportunity to view and photograph the tiger and other species of birds and mammals in the park.
  • We carry snacks along with safari.
  • After Morning safari, we return to the resort and meet up for a photography session and other discussions.
  • Have lunch and prepare for an evening Safari. (Meet up at 02:30 pm for 03:00 pm Safari).
  • Return to the hotel in the evening. Freshen up and gather for a short interactive session to share your experience, photographs and discuss wildlife photography, tricks and techniques with each other.
  • Dinner and lights off.

  • Wake up call at 5 am. Pack your bags and check-out.
  • Innova or any other comfortable car.
  • Reach New Delhi by 4-5pm. Please advise if required hotel accommodation.
  • Tour Ends with happy memories.
  • Please note departure to be advised as per your international flights and accommodation will be organised for your departure.
  • Any other expenses apart from the above will have to be borne by the participants
  • For Booking Safaris we require ID (Foreign nationals are required to provide a valid passport with at least six months’ validity. Indian nationals must provide a copy of their Aadhaar Card, Driver’s Licence, or PAN Card as identification)
  • Please note that the day-wise itinerary may change depending upon the season/weather conditions/activities of birds in and around the surrounding areas, the decision of the local guide will be final in such cases.
  • As all the Safaris in the Indian National Park are booked 120 Days in advance before your departure,
    kindly pay in advance to secure your safari.
  • If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If we cannot match a solo guest with another guest of the same gender, then the single supplement will be charged.

** We can make CUSTOMIZE ITERNERIES tailor-made for wildlife destinations, based on your inputs

Stay

  • 4 Star Hotels/Resort – Luxury
  • 5 Star Hotels/Resort – Super Deluxe

as per availability

Cost

Package Inclusion:

  • 7N/8D Stay (twin sharing)
  • 2 Safaris Jhalna (3 Participants in One Gypsy). 6 Safaris Ranthambore
  • Sight Seeing at Jaipur in comfortable car. Tickets included of sight seeing places.
  • Cultural exploration, and all-inclusive accommodation and meals.
  • All transfers by AC Car and internal flights
  • All Meals (B, L, D )
  • Morning and Evening Tea
  • Guide, Driver, Forest Permit, Camera Fees, Taxes
  • Tips/Gratitude
  • A portion of package cost goes to TOFT (Travel Operators for Tigers) Campaign supporting Tiger Habitats.

Package Exclusion:

  • International flights
  • Internal flights in India have 15 kg baggage allowance, you will have to purchase extra baggage allowance.
  • Visa for travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal purchases (including shopping, spirits, laundry, internet fees, phone calls etc.)
  • Gratuities for our main professional experienced Indian Guide
  • Accommodations and transport before or after the arrival and departure dates listed in the itinerary.
  • Any expenses caused by factors beyond our control like flight cancellation, road blocks, vehicle malfunction etc.

We highly recommend travel insurance, which will cover these type unforeseen expenses.

Please Note : Single occupancy is available on request with an additional cost
Number of people : 11
Minimum requirement : 5

Please contact us for personalized tour quotes.

Terms

Terms and Cancellation Policy:

  • 25% of the Package Cost is required to be paid at the time of booking (non-refundable).
  • 75% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 90 days prior to Safari Date.
  • 50% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 60 days prior to Safari Date.
  • 25% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 45 days prior to Safari Date.
  • No Refund on cancellation within 45 days prior to Safari Date.

Payment Terms:
Full amount to be paid 120 days prior to the workshop/safari starting date.

Please note: The date of written (email) communication of intent to cancel is the date considered for calculation of the cancellation fees.

Package details

Best season October to June
Maximum Altitude 1345 to 2094 ft
Group Size 5 and 11+1
Language English, Hindi
Transportation Domestic Flights, All Surface Transfers
Meals All Inclusive Meals (B, L & D)
Fitness level Easy to Moderate