Ranthambore Travel

Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve located at the junction of the Aravalis and the Vindhyas, is a unique example of natural and historical legacy, standing out wondrously in the vast, arid and denuded tract of eastern Rajasthan, barely 14 kilometers from Sawai Madhopur.

It spreads over a highly undulating topography varying from gentle to steep slopes; from flat topped hills of the Vindhyas to the conical hillocks and sharp ridges of the Aravalis, from wide and flat valleys to narrow rocky gorges. An important geological feature the ‘Great Boundary Fault' where the Vindhya plateaus meet the Aravali hill ranges, meanders through theReserve. the national Park is bound by the rivers Chambal in the south and Banas in the north.

The Name: The name Ranthambore is derived from two hills in the area, Ran and Thanbhor. Another version says that Ranthambhore was once called Rana Stambhapura or City of the Pillars of War.

Geographical Details:
- Longitude - From 76-23-00 E To 76-39-00 E
- Latitude - From 25-54-00 N To 26-12-00 N
- Topography Code - B
- Altitudinal Range - N.A.
- Average Rainfall - 800 mm
- Temperature - Min 4, Max 47 (deg.Cel)

Tiger Population:
- 1979 - 25
- 1984 - 38
- 1989 - 44
- 1993 - 36
- 1995 - 38
- 2001 - 20
In the wild zone !!!
With over 300 types of trees, 272 species of birds and approximately 30 different types of mammals, Ranthambhore is packed full with life. The park is home to India's smallest and largest antelopes, Chinkara and Nilgai ('blue bull'). We can also take you outside of the park for the chance to see Black Buck Antelope in nearby tribal villages and vast numbers of migratory birds around tranquil lakes. The other kinds of cats found in Ranthambhore are Leopard (Panthera pardus), Caracal (Felis caracal), Leopard Cat (Felis bengalensis), Fishing Cat ( Felis viverrina) and the Jungle Cat (Felis chaus). Besides the big cats, the other large predators found in Ranthambhore include Sloth Bear, Striped Hyena, Wolf, Wild dog (or Dhole), Jackal, Indian Fox, Palm Civet, Small Indian Civet, Common Indian Mongoose, small Indian Mongoose, Ratel (or Honey Badger), Crocodile and the Indian Python. There are two species of Antlers, namely the Spotted Deer (or Chital) and the Sambhar Deer, and, two kinds of Antelopes, namely the Indian Gazelle (or Chinkara) and the Bluebull (or Neelgai). Black Buck (another kind of antelope), which is rarely found in the National Park is common in Devpura area, in the outskirts of the park.

Best Time to Travel : The best time to travel Ranthambore is between September and March.

Ranthambore - Wildlife At Its Best
Ranthambore, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Rajasthan, is renowned for its Tiger Reserve. Located very close to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert, Ranthambore is surrounded by the majestic Vindhya and Aravalli hills. Due to its very location, Ranthambore possesses the treasure of mysterious desert lands and the plain area near the hills. Bounded by the rivers Chambal, in the south, and Banas, in the north, the vegetation of the area mainly comprises of deciduous forests. Ranthambore used to be the hunting ground of the erstwhile Maharaja of Jaipur. In the year 1955, Ranthambore was declared a game sanctuary and became a national park in 1980. Ranthambore was also listed among the protected reserves under the Project Tiger. Considered as the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, Ranthambore offers adventure activities as well. Some of the good adventure options include Jeep safari, a cultural and traditional experience of the Meena tribes and a night out in the hideouts of the park.