A Royal Hunting Ground Turned Sanctuary
Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and most renowned national parks in Northern India. The park is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, which is about 130 km from Jaipur.
Being considered as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is a major wildlife tourist attraction spot that has pulled the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers.
1980
Established
392
Sq. Km Area
Did you know?
The park is named after the historic Ranthambore Fort, which lies within the park boundaries.
Ranthambore Safari Timings
Safari timings are managed by forest authorities and may change according to seasonal conditions. Entry is strictly time-bound, and guests are advised to arrive at the gate well before the reporting time.
Best Time to Visit
Park Opening
The park opens on October 1st after the monsoon break. The landscape is lush green and temperatures are pleasant.
Peak Season (Nov-Mar)
Ideal weather for safaris. Mornings can be chilly but days are sunny. High chance of spotting tigers basking in the sun.
Summer Season (Apr-Jun)
Hot weather but excellent for tiger sightings as animals gather near water bodies. Park closes on June 30th.
| Months | Morning Safari | Evening Safari |
|---|---|---|
|
October 1 to October 31 |
6.30 a.m. to 10 a.m. |
2.30 p.m to 6.00 p.m |
|
November 1 to January 31 |
7.00 a.m to 10.30 a.m |
2.00 p.m to 5.30 p.m |
|
February 1 to March 31 |
6.30 a.m to 10.00 a.m |
2.30 p.m to 6.00 p.m |
|
April 1 to May 15 |
6.00 a.m to 9.30 a.m |
3.00 p.m to 6.30 p.m |
|
May 15 to June 30 |
6.00 a.m to 9.30 a.m |
3.30 p.m to 7.00 p.m |
Visitor Guidelines
Help us preserve the wild by following these simple rules