
At one time hundreds of Siberian Cranes wintered in the Ghana, arriving from breeding grounds in Siberia 6,400 km away. The species is now considered locally extinct at Bharatpur — the last confirmed sighting was over two decades ago — making the Sarus Crane, still resident here year-round, the sanctuary’s signature crane species today.
When the park is open
Unlike India’s tiger reserves, Keoladeo doesn’t close for the monsoon — it’s open year-round, with November to March the prime season for migratory bird photography, part of the wider Rhinos & Birds circuit we cover. Current timings, fees, and any festival-day changes are confirmed through Rajasthan Tourism’s official park page — get in touch and we’ll build your visit around the best season for what you want to photograph.
How the park works
No motor vehicles are permitted beyond the entrance gate. Visitors explore on foot, by bicycle, or by cycle rickshaw — rickshaw pullers are trained in bird identification and often double as knowledgeable guides. Entry fees differ for Indian and foreign visitors.
Timings
The park generally opens around sunrise and closes at sunset, with slightly longer hours in summer than winter. Exact gate times are confirmed on the day.
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