WILDLIFE TOUR - 14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS
(DELHI, CORBETT NATIONAL PARK, RANTHAMBORE, BHARATPUR, AGRA, ORCHHA, KHAJURAHO, BANDHAVGARH, KANHA, NAGPUR)
India's flora and fauna are as diverse as its cultural fabric. The Indian subcontinent has many fascinating sights for nature lovers. Home to many rare and unique species - the majestic tiger, the Asiatic lion, the one horned rhinoceros, the wild ass, the Asian elephant, many species of deer, bears, leopards, monkeys, antelopes and birds - India's wildlife sanctuaries are a nature lover's delight.
It is exciting to be in India and it is far more exciting to be in the confines of an Indian wildlife sanctuary or national park. Wildlife heritage of India is as much or more diverse than the cultural heritage this country possesses. In all India has 80 national parks and 441 sanctuaries, of which 19 fall under the purview of Project Tiger. The total area of India's protected wilderness is approximately 140,000 sq km. India is also blessed with over 2,000 species of birds, over 500 species of reptiles and amphibians and around 30,000 species of insects, including the colorful butterflies
A wildlife tour is incomplete if you don't actually live in a forest for a few days. Imagine living in a rest house or a tent in the midst of dense wilderness, and waking up to the twittering of birds, or maybe the roar of a lion! Day trips alone are certainly not enough to show you the true majesty of the wild, so why not try this too?
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi, air
Arrive Delhi by flight. Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel where you will experience first taste of Indian hospitality. Overnight at Delhi
Delhi - The capital of the vast, mystic subcontinent “ India”. A fine blend of old –n-new, ancient and modern Era. History of Delhi goes back to the days of Mahabharata, when it was known as the Indraprastha. It is surprising, indeed, that since that era this city has remained the capital of the country.
Magnificent forts and edifices of the Mughal and the pre-Mughal era and the huge architectures of the Raj era have become the pride of Delhi. The cosmopolitan nature of the city has only added to the beauty and glory of it. Big gardens, wide roads, ancient structures, and power of politics is what Delhi is all about.
 Day 02 : Delhi - Corbett National Park (300 kms/7 hrs)
Morning proceed for Corbett and on arrival check-in at your resort.
Developed and nurtured by Late Jim Corbett, the former hunting ground of the British, the Jim Corbett National Park was set up in 1936. Initially named as the Hailey National Park, the park was renamed as Jim Corbett National Park and became one of the tiger reserves in the country in 1973 with the launch of the Project Tiger scheme. This 201 square miles park is known for the large population of tigers, leopards and elephants. The national park is home to the most precious wildlife in India and the diverse species of flora and fauna accommodating around 110 tree species, 50 mammal species, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species.
The Corbett National Park is widely known for the Bengal Tiger and the Asiatic Elephant and the 600 species of avifauna Corbett is one of the richest bird regions of India.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 03 : Corbett National Park
Morning enjoy jeep safari inside the National Park . Evening again enjoy the jeep safari. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 04 : Corbett National Park
Early morning enjoy Elephant Safari. After breakfast enjoy jeep safari inside the Corbett National Park. Rest of the day to enjoy the surroundings and busy in various activities in the resort. Overnight at Corbett
Day 05 : Corbett – Delhi (300 kms/7 hrs)
Late Morning drive for Delhi and on arrival check-in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 06 : Delhi – Ranthambore (450 kms/8 hrs)
Morning drive for Ranthambore and on arrival transfer to your hotel. Overnight at your hotel.
Situated in Eastern Rajasthan, where the Aravali Hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau meet, the Ranthambhore National Park was once the hunting preserve of the Maharajas of Jaipur..
Ranthambore National Park is famous for its Tigers and is a favorite with photographers. For a relatively small area, the park has a rich diversity of fauna and flora - species list includes 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles including the Marsh Crocodile & amphibians and 30 mammals.
Day 07 : Ranthambore
Morning enjoy jeep safari inside the park. Evening again enjoy jeep safari. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 08 : Ranthambore - Keoladeo Ghana National Park (Bharatpur), (225 kms/5 hrs)
Morning drive to Bharatpur famous for Birds and on arrival check-in at your hotel.
 7 kms. from the town of Bharatpur lies one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world - The Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. Formally known as Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, this place was once a hunting ground for the royals of the past. The total area of the park is 29 Sq. kms.
There are around 200 species of birds who live in the park and one can also witness the finest and rarest Siberian Cranes who migrate here all the way from Siberia during winters. The park is the breading ground for these great birds.
Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel.
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Day 09 : Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur) – Agra, (51 kms/1.5 hrs)
Early morning visit Keledeo Gana Bird sanctuary. Later drive to and on arrival check-in at your hotel.
Agra has long been renowned as the city of the Taj Mahal. The land of everlasting love. Enchanting life & lifestyles. Nature's splendor. Timeless legends. Charming myths. Eternal truth. Emperors. and Gods
Afternoon guided city tour of Agra.
Taj Mahal– A Monument of Love - The Taj Mahal stands serene and perfect in its garden of cypresses and reflecting pools on the banks of the River Yamuna.. The Taj in all its timeless beauty was built by Shahjehan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years to complete — a symbol of eternal love .
Agra Fort - Where history takes a new birth.: Few forts in the world have a more fascinating story to tell than the Great Fort of Agra.
Sikandra - A fusion of art and spiritualism - The mausoleum of Emperor Akbar Completed in 1613 A.D., it is one of the most well-preserved monuments
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 10 : Agra - Jhansi – Orchha – Khajuraho, train /180 kms/3.4 hrs)
Morning transfer to railway station to board train Shatabdi express and on arrival at the Jhansi railway station , assistance on arrival and straight drive for Khajuraho enroute visiting Orchha.
Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time, a rich legacy to the ages. In this medieval city, the hand of time has rested lightly and the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries retain much of their pristine perfection.
Orchha was founded in the 16th century , situated along the Betwa river. From here the view of soaring temple spires and cenotaphs is spectacular.
On arrival in Khajuraho, check-in at your hotel.
Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India is a famous tourist destination. Known world over for its magnificent Temple complexes, Khajuraho is a fascinating village showcasing rich cultural heritage of India In the temple architecture of India, the Khajuraho complex remains unique. Today, of the original 85, only 22 have survived the ravages of time; these remain as a collective paean to life, to joy and to creativity; to the ultimate fusion of man with his creator.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 11 : Khajuraho – Bandhavgarh (190 kms/4 hrs)
Morning guided city tour of 0erotic temples of Khajuraho.
The Khajuraho temples were built during the reign of the Chandelas in 10th-11th century. The Khajuraho temples are marked by religious fervor, rich patronage, excellent craftsmanship, and aesthetic sensuality, depicting life in every form and mood. Originally there were 85 temples, but today less than 30 temples are in proper condition.
Visit :- Western Group of Temples , Eastern Group of Temples as well as
Southern Group of Temples
Afternoon drive to Bandhavgarh and on arrival check-into the wildlife resort. Overnight at Bandhavgarh.
 Bandhavgarh National Park is spread at vindhya hills in Madhya Pradesh. Bandhavgarh National Park consists of a core area of 105 sq km and a buffer area of approximately 400 sq km of topography varies between steep ridges, undulating, forest and open meadows. Bandhavgarh National Park is known for the Royal Bengal Tigers. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India.
Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the finest national park in the India and has the distinction of harboring the highest concentration of tigers per unit area of forest. Bandhavgarh was declared a national park in 1968.
Day 12 : Bandhavgarh
Morning after breakfast enjoy a full day game viewing inside the jungle. Overnight at Bandhavgarh.
Day 13 : Bandhavgarh – Kanha (190 kms/4 hrs)
Morning drive to Kanha National Park and on arrival check-in at your hotel.
Kanha National Park is located in the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh. Kanha National Park is the largest national park in Asia and is one of the first Project Tiger reserves in India. This national park was established in the year 1974.. Kanha national park extends over an area of over 1,940 square kms. Out of the total area, the core area, which is about 940 square km, is the national park.
Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at Kanha.
Day 14 : Kanha
Morning after breakfast enjoy a full day game viewing inside the park. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Kanha
Day 15 : Kanha - Nagpur – Mumbai, 266 kms (6hrs)/air
Morning drive to Nagpur and on arrival straight drop at the airport to board the flight for Mumbai. Assistance on arrival and straight drop at the International airport in time to board the flight for onward destination.
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