Welcome to Ranthambhore, which is one of the most famous parks of India from tigers sighting point of view. The Semi Dry Deciduous forest in Ranthambhore enables you to penetrate up to 50 metres for Big cats’ sightings. The total area of the park is 1625 sq. kms. It spreads in three districts called Sawai Madhopur, Karuali & Kota. The main hill ranges are The Aravali.

There are 70+tigers, 100+ leopards, 60+ bears & 325 different species of birds are found in Ranthambhore.

Location & How to reach Ranthambore

Ranthambhore National Park is located in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. From Jaipur it is 160 kms (03:30 hrs), from Delhi it is 375 kms (06 hrs) & from Agra it is 300 kms(05hrs).

Beside it is well connected by train routes from Mumbai, Delhi & cities from India.  Nearest airports are Jaipur & Delhi.

Night stay inside Ranthambore

There is no night stay facility inside the park in Ranthambhore, like other few national parks such as in Corbett, Dhudhwa & Pilibhit Tiger reserve.

 Private Hotels: There are several hotels of every budget for tourists in Ranthambhore.

05 star Hotels/ Resorts :

The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wilfelife Resort, Aman-i-Khás,Taj Sawai, The Maharaja Lodge, J W Marriott, Ranthambhore & The Sherbagh, The Farm Stay by Aama Ghati .

04 star Hotels/ Luxury resorts:

Anuraga Palace, Ranthambhore Kothi, Pugmark Resort, Nahargarh resort, The Tigress, Dev Vilas, Aama Ghati, Annata The Bagh Elite, Singh Vilas, Khem Vilas,Juna Mahal, Seraibagh Ranthambhore Wilderness Resort, Monut Valley, The Fern Ranthambhore Resort ( Series by Marriott), The Tiger Kingdom, Abhyaran Resort, Anant Van resort, Madhobagh, The Earth, Sawai Bagh, Tree of life, Sulatn Bagh, Rasha Luxe,Angan Resort , Elevas,Book mark, Jana Resort, Ranthambhore Bagh Palace, Ashiyana- Luxury Cottage, Puratan Qila, Tiger Villa, The Kablan Luxury living, Regenta , The Fateh Retreat,

03 star Hotels/ Resorts:

The Regency, National Resort, Ranthambhore Resort, Raj Palace, Tiger Den , Tiger Moon, Jhoomar Baori ( Govt ) , Vinayak resort ( Govt), Ranthambhore Heriatge Haveli, Jungle Retreat, Van bagh, Estheria the Bagh, Tiger Inn Comfort, The Machli A Wiliderness Home, Jungle Niwas, Jungle Cave, Ginger Ranthambhore, Sterling, Ranthambhore Pride, Rajbagh by Aryam, The Shergarh Ranthambhore, Tiger Machan, Jungle Book, Ananya Vilas, Kipling Lodge, Ranthambhore Nature Camp, Sundar Van Vilas, Shani Vilas, Rang Mahal, Jungle View,

Budget / Economy:

Ankur Resort, City Heart, Jungle Heart, Village Haert,Vatika resort, Heritage Haveli,Siddhi Vinayak, Ananta Palace, Yash Vilas, The Guava resort, Paridhi Niwas, Trinetra Villa, Ranthambhore Mahal, The Saif Resort, The Scantuary Resort, Hotel Grand, Tiger Safari, Meera Mahal, Virasat Haveli, Green Vally, Dev Palace, Hotel Green view, Ranthambhore Palace, Rajputana resort, Vridavan Palace, Hotel Nakshatra, T-24 , Rudraksh Palace PGH, Maharaja Palace, hotel Magalam Plaza, Ranthambhore Jalsa, Bagin Resort,Hindupura Residency, The Vantage Haveli, Dev Holiday Home, Vna Raj Palace, Aashirvad Haveli, Hotel Sunrise,

Note: There is no Night safari officially allowed in Ranthambhore.

Safari System in Ranthambore

Ranthambhore National Park is divided into 10 zones for safari purpose. This is done to avoid pressure of vehicles in side the park.  Zones 01 to 05 are oldest part of the park & zones 06 to 10 are new extended part of the park. Both these groups of zones are in opposite direction.

Opening & Closing Date of Park

Zones 01 to 05 opens from 01”st October to 30”th June every year. Rest zones they remain open for the whole year.

Safari vehicles in Ranthambhore.

Safaris are done by Jeeps (06-seater) & Canters (20-seater open bus). There are limited number of vehicles in every zone which are booked online as per department rules by their website.

Types of Safaris in Ranthambhore

Broadly safari can be classified into 03 types Ranthambhore.

• Normal Safaris: These safaris are 03:30 hrs long . Done by canters & jeep. One zone is allotted/selected & you have to confine in that zone. Can be booked in advance quota & current quota. They operate as morning & afternoon safaris.

Note: In Ranthambhore you can book exclusive jeep or canter as well as sharing. Here after booking single seat, it becomes duty of Department to send you park. They will not charge other difference to make it set of 06 (for jeep) Or 20 (for canter).

• Tatkal Safaris: These safaris are done by jeeps mainly in premium zones of the park. These are available in zone 01 to 06. Tatkal canters are available in zone 06 & 10. These are booked 08 days prior to the visit of date every day at 11:00 am IST.

• Premium safaris: These Full days & Half day safari are banned since Oct,2022.

Safari Booking Process, Quota & Requirement

All these safaris can be booked by official site on www.booking.forestrajasthan.com . One has to register on this site & after going to wild life section you need to fill details like name, gender, nationality, photo id proof numbers. For Indian nationals Aadhar card, passport, driving license, voter id etc are valid. For Non-Indians passport details is mandatory. By booking safari you only secure your seat for safaris. Rest formalities are done on the safari day itself.

All the charges as Entrance fee, guide fee & vehicle fare are to be paid at the time of booking seats/ safari.

You can select zones while you are making online booking. The zones once selected cannot be changed. These zones can be changed only by the department by extra fee & if they are available. This is very difficult process.

All types of safaris are booked through this site only.

• Boarding pass:

After booking safaris, one has to get boarding pass on the safari day. For getting boarding pass you have report to Central Booking office of the park 01:00 hrs before safari. You have to submit scanned copy of safari voucher & Id proofs to get boarding pass. Boarding pass give you vehicle number & guide name allotted for your safari. After this you are ready for the safari. Boarding pass is must for every safari.

Same Id proof is mandatory (given at the time of booking) to carry during safaris as some times they check at the entry gate.

• Choice of guide & driver/jeep.

For every safari booked, the department allots guides & vehicles by roaster system. Professional guides & drivers can be hired by paying extra fee to the department as per rules.

• Entrance Fee:

Entrance fees are different for Indians & Non-Indians in Ranthambhore. The fee structure remains same throughout the season. Weekends hike in fee is not in Ranthambhore.

Booking Quota.

                        There are four quotas for safari bookings.

Advance quota: This quota remains open throughout the year. In this system the safari booking opens 150 days prior to visit. This quota opens three time in a season. in first week of August opens from 01 “st Oct to 31 Dec period. On 01 Nov for period of Jan, Feb & march & on 01 Feb for period of April , May & June.This quota stops 02 days before safari date.

Tatkal/ Instant Quota: This quota provides chance for late comers with Extra Cost. This safari is 03 times more expensive than advanc quota . This opens verey day at 11:00 am IST. These safaris are booked on private basis only.

Current Quota:  This quota opens every day at 10 :00 am for same day afternoon & next day morning safari for Canters ( 20 seater open bus) only. The remaining 25 % seats are booked for last time comers. This means that on 01”st of October 2020 at 10:00 am, current quota for 01’st October afternoon safari & 02” nd October morning seats will open.

Premium Quota: This quota opens 03 days prior to visit date against cancelled seats booked in advance. If there is no cancellation than no seats will open. Opens for both Jeep & Canter on seats basis. General cost is 03 times to that of advace in jeeps. This quota opens at 10:00 am every day.

Number of Jeeps/ canters for safaris in Ranthambhore.

Every zone in Ranthambhore has 05 jeeps & 05 canters for normal pricing safari. In zone 08 & 07 no canters are allowed due to tough terrain of the hills. So, these zones have jeeps only.

All together there are 140 vehicle including jeeps, canters, tatkal & premium safaris.

We provide all services from booking safaris to get with boarding pass & jeeps, guides to your hotel as per the department’s rules and assistance during your stay in Ranthambhore. We help you to select good zones from sighting point of view in current quota. Good guides & professional drivers can be hired by paying extra fee as per department rules. Transport is also provided from Delhi, Jaipur, Agra & other places as per your itinerary.

Ranthambore Safari Packages

Explore Ranthambore’s majestic wildlife with our tailored safari packages. Choose from options like the intimate 2 Pax, lively 4 Pax, or convivial 6 Pax safaris. Opt for the exclusivity of a private safari or embrace camaraderie with a sharing safari. Capture the park’s beauty with our specialized Ranthambore photography tour package. Immerse yourself in nature’s splendor and capture memories that last a lifetime. Book your adventure today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Ranthambore’s wilderness.

4 Pax Private Jeep