Wildlife Tour Packages in India

India is huge and beautiful with many forests, rivers, and mountains. It has many wild animals such as tigers, elephants, lions, deer, monkeys, and colorful birds. If you love animals and the outdoors, a wildlife tour is a memorable adventure in India. With our special wildlife tour packages, you can visit world-renowned national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. You can watch animals in their natural habitats and learn more about them. Our wildlife tours are a safe, fun experience for families, children, and nature lovers. You can choose to ride in a jeep through the jungle or enjoy a trip of bird watching, hiking, or touring unique ecosystems. Come explore the wild side of India and make memories you will never forget.

Introduction to India Wildlife Tours in India

India is truly one of the premier locations globally to experience a range of wild animals in their natural habitats. With Royal Bengal Tiger in the Sundarbans, elephants in Kerala, and one-horned Rhinos in Assam, India has an extraordinary range of wildlife. We have a large number of national parks and tiger reserves, and wildlife sanctuaries that safeguard these incredible animals. Moreover, India’s different terrains of forest, mountain, river, and desert can offer you endless kinds of wildlife encounters.

Best Time to Visit National Parks in India

The best time to visit national parks in India is from October to June. During this time, the weather is pleasant, and animal sightseeing is more prevalent. In wintertime (October – February), cool, fresh, pleasant air allows for jungle safaris in optimal conditions. Animals can also be more easily seen walking about in the open.

In summer (March – June), it can be hot, desert-like, but animals tend to come out to drink from lakes and rivers, so sightings of tigers and elephants can coincide. Most parks are closed in the rainy season (July to September), as muddy roads can lead to unsafe travel conditions. So plan your visit during the ideal weather months of October to June.

Types of Wildlife Safaris in India

You can get on a journey into India’s ecological diversity through a range of safari experiences that cater to every type of wildlife and nature lover. Let’s have a closer look at some of the famous types of wildlife safaris in India:

1. Jeep Safari

Jeep safaris are the most popular safari experience. You can travel deep into the forest with trained guides who will be able to take you to some of the best places to view tigers, leopards, and other animals in their natural habitat. They also get you very close to the animals and wildlife.

2. Canter Safari

A Canter safari is a good option for people who travel in groups. The vehicles used on the canter safari are large open buses and may hold about 15-20 people. It is a great way to take a wildlife safari in larger reserves, and it also offers a comfortable and safe experience.

3. Elephant Safari

Elephant safaris are offered in many common, yet wonderful wildlife areas such as Kaziranga and Jim Corbett. One of the advantages of the elephants is the good point of view, and also access through dense areas of forest where a jeep safari cannot travel.

4. Boat Safari

The boat safari is a good option in areas in India where water is abundant, such as Sundarbans or Periyar. The boat safari offers the most visually and safely enjoyable way to enjoy an exotic space, while watching aquatic animals, birds, or even crocodiles from the security of your motorized boat.

5. Walking Safari

Some of the best safari travels are discovered during a walking safari, with an expert naturalist who can guide and let you soak in the experience. You are invited into the world of observing birds, insects, and animal tracks up close, while learning about forest ecology.

Top Wildlife Activities to Experience 

In India, one can indulge in a range of wildlife activities. Let’s explore these activities in detail to add them to your next wildlife tour package bucket list:

1. Tiger Safaris

Tiger safaris are enjoyable jeep rides deep into the forest, where the journey involves looking for real tigers in their natural habitat. A professional guide helps to take you safely into the jungle. If you are lucky, you might see a tiger walking, resting, or drinking water.

2. Bird Watching

Bird watching is keeping an eye on colorful birds, of all shapes and sizes, sitting in trees or flying in the skies, or looking for food near water. Binoculars are used to have a close-up look at the birds. Some birds are singing, some birds fly with friends, and some birds are colorful. The guide will help you remember the names of some of the birds, too.

3. Elephant Safari

On an elephant safari, you sit comfortably and safely on a trained and calm elephant that walks at a slow and steady pace through the jungle. From your elevated point of view, you have a great view of wildlife, and you can access areas that may be difficult for cars and jeeps to reach.

4. Lion Safari

Lion safaris take you to special national parks, like the Gir Forest, which has wild lions. On a lion safari, you will get in a jeep and ride into the park, where you will search for lions walking or resting under a tree. Seeing a lion in the wild will be a very exciting and unforgettable experience, especially for children.

5. Wildlife Cruise 

A wildlife cruise is a cruise around lakes or rivers in national parks where you can see wildlife, such as deer, birds, elephants, or crocodiles along the water. A wildlife cruise is both enjoyable and relaxing, while giving you a safe way to observe animals from a boat.

6. Crocodile Spotting 

Crocodile spotting involves searching for crocodiles near rivers or lakes. Crocodiles can be found swimming or sunbathing along the riverbank. Crocodile spotting activity allows you to stay at a safe distance on a boat or from the bank and watch these big reptiles.

Top Wildlife Destinations in India

There is no shortage of wildlife destinations in India. One can embark on a wildlife journey and experience some of the best places that provide a view of incredible animals. Let’s have a closer at the key destinations where you can pay a visit for a good wildlife tour:

1. Ranthambore National Park (Rajasthan)

Ranthambore National Park is a large wildlife park located in Rajasthan.  It was once the location of royal hunting. Today, it is a place of sanctuary for animals, including tigers, leopards, and many bird species. It also has beautiful lakes and evidence of ancient times, like forts. There is the opportunity to travel in a jeep or a canter searching for wild animals. There are also hot-air balloon rides that offer incredible views.

• Timings: Open from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and 2:30 PM to 6 PM (October to June)
• Fees: ₹75–₹131 for Indians, ₹475–₹530 for foreigners (depends on jeep or canter)
• What to Expect: Tiger sightings, beautiful fort views, hot air balloon rides, and bird watching

2. Jim Corbett National Park (Uttarakhand)

Jim Corbett National Park is situated in the Nainital foothills and is the ideal place for a tiger viewing experience in India. Jim Corbett National Park is part of the Corbett Tiger Reserve and has many species of wild animals, including elephants, deer, and jackals. You can ride in a jeep to search for animals, go fishing in the Kosi River, or visit beautiful Corbett Falls. You might be fortunate to see a white tiger.

• Timings: Open from 6 AM to 10 AM and 2 PM to 6 PM (Mid-Nov to Mid-June)
• Fees: ₹200 for Indians, ₹1000 for foreigners
• What to Expect: Jeep safari, chance to see tigers, elephants, peaceful nature, bonfire nights

3. Kaziranga National Park (Assam)

The Kaziranga National Park has the most one-horned rhinos in the world. Kaziranga is a park that has made a conscious effort to protect its animals, specifically rhinos and tigers. You can go on a jeep safari and see these incredible animals, appreciate the tea plantations surrounding the park, or climb a tower for a bird’s-eye view of the whole park.

• Timings: Open daily from 1st November to 30th April
• Fees: ₹50 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
• What to Expect: Jeep safari, rhino sightings, beautiful tea gardens, boating in the Brahmaputra River

4. Bandhavgarh National Park (Madhya Pradesh)

The park of Bandhavgarh in Madhya Pradesh is known for a large tiger population and is famous for the white tiger. You can also do bird watching or take a jeep to see animals. While at Bandhavgarh, don’t forget to see the ancient Bandhavgarh fort or the amazing Khajuraho temples.

• Timings: Open from 15th October to 30th June
• Fees: ₹2000 for Indians, ₹4000 for foreigners (for a jeep with up to 6 people)
• What to Expect: Tiger sightings, ancient fort, bird watching, safari rides

5. Gir National Park (Gujarat)

The only place you can see Asiatic lions in the wild is Gir National Park. You can go on a lion safari and see the “King of the Jungle” up close. You can also boat on the park’s lakes and see animals such as leopards and crocodiles. It is one of the best places when looking for adventure wildlife tour packages in India.

• Timings: Open from 16th October to 15th June
• Fees: ₹4000 for Indians, ₹10,000 for foreigners (for up to 6 people in a jeep)
• What to Expect: Lion safari, lake boating, leopards, hyenas, and other wildlife

6. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala)

Periyar is a stunning nature-based wildlife park in the Cardamom Hills of Kerala. You will find wildlife enthusiasts at Periyar with wildlife being lush greenery. You can take a boat ride at Periyar Lake or on a wildlife trail and see elephants, tigers, and leopards.

• Timings: Open daily from 6 AM to 6 PM
• Fees: ₹25 for Indian adults, ₹300 for foreign adults
• What to Expect: Boat rides, elephants, leopards, peaceful nature trails

7. Sunderbans National Park (West Bengal)

The Sunderbans is well-known for its muddy terrain and thick mangroves, as well as the tigers that inhabit it. It is such an unusual place to visit because of the watery paths to navigate. You may even see a Bengal Tiger, but the tiger may first see you. The park also includes crocodiles and dolphins, which you might get a chance to witness.

• Timings: Best to visit between September and May
• Fees: ₹15 for Indians, ₹150 for foreigners
• What to Expect: Tiger sightings, crocodile park, boat safaris in the mangroves

Suggested India Wildlife Tour Itineraries

Here are some fun and fascinating wildlife adventures for children, families, and nature enthusiasts. These wildlife tour itineraries allow you to observe wild creatures in close proximity with safety and comfort while discovering incredible locations.

1. Kaziranga Wildlife Tour Package (4 Days & 3 Nights)

• Day 1: Guwahati to Kaziranga: You will be picked up from Guwahati Airport or Railway Station and transferred by road to Kaziranga for check-in at your hotel. Take some rest or free time for the evening.
• Day 2: Elephant Safari and Leisure Activities: Wake up early and indulge in an elephant safari in the western zone of Kaziranga. The Elephant Safari is an opportunistic way to view the illustrious one-horned rhinoceros, wild buffalo, tigers, elephants, and more birds. Have breakfast and spend some time back at the hotel resting. Afterwards, you will go on a local site visit to the Kaziranga National Orchid and Biodiversity Park and the nearby tea gardens. In the afternoon, you will go on a jeep safari for further excitement.
• Day 3: Extended Wildlife Safari Adventure: A further morning elephant ride will be there. In the afternoon, you will take another jeep safari in a different area of the national park in search of other wildlife. You will return to your accommodation for the evening.
• Day 4: Travel Back to Guwahati: After having breakfast, you will start the journey back to Guwahati Airport or Railway Station. These adventures and unforgettable wildlife vacations from Kaziranga will create extraordinary memories.

2. Short Escape to Gir (3 Days )

• Day 1: Arrival in Sasan Gir: Upon arrival at Rajkot airport, you will reach Sasan Gir by car, which will take approximately 4 hours. You will check into the hotel and settle in. You will have some free time for the evening. Stay overnight at a hotel in Sasan Gir.
• Day 2: Safari in Gir National Park: After breakfast, you will go on a jungle safari in Gir National Park. You will have the opportunity to observe in their natural habitat animals such as the Asiatic lion, deer, monkeys, and a variety of birdlife. The park has mountains, forests, rivers, and open spaces, and offers an opportunity to enjoy nature pictures. After the safari, you will return to the hotel and relax. Stay overnight at a hotel in Sasan Gir.
• Day 3: Safari and Departure: On your final day, you will have a safari in the morning, as this is the best time to see the animals. After lunch, you will visit a crocodile farm and the Devaliya park area, where the animals live in more confined areas. After all activities, you will return to the hotel to check out and leave for the later program.

Tips for Planning Your Wildlife Trip in India

Follow the given tips to make your wildlife journey beautiful and hassle-free.

• Respect the Animals: Animals act like we do. They want to live their lives in peace. Don’t shout, poke, or touch them in any way. If you want to see animals, look from a distance and enjoy.
• Follow your Guide: Your guide knows the jungle well, and you should listen to them, not only to keep you safe but to help you not get lost.
• Track the Weather for Help: Be sure to check the weather before your trip and then track the weather during your trip. Sunny days are the best for spotting animals, but rainy days can make traveling tricky.
• No Flash Photography: Flash can scare the animals or blind them. Use your camera without flash so the animals stay calm and happy.
• Have Patience: Animals don’t always show up right away. Consider it part of the fun, and enjoy the wait. Pretend you are in a game of hide-and-seek.
• Wear Comfortable Clothing:  It doesn’t have to be fancy, but you should wear simple, comfortable clothing that is soft and colors that blend in (green or brown). Bright colored clothing is not a good choice if you want to see animals.
• Do not Trash the Jungle: You may not think about trash if you are in nature, but it is important to understand proper litter disposal. Do not litter. Trash should go in trash bins only.

Why Book Your Wildlife Tour with Us?

Luxury Trails of India is pleased to be one of the top providers of quality travel services with affordable, comprehensive, and well-organized wildlife tour packages found throughout the country. Our goal is to make your experience safe, memorable, and adventurous, even if you are travelling as an individual, family, or a group of nature lovers. Here are just some of the reasons why you will be happy to choose us as your partner:

• Well-Designed Itineraries: Our wildlife tour packages are developed by professional travel consultants to provide you with the very best sightings, comfort, and cultural interactions along the way.
• Affordable and Comprehensive Packages: We offer high-quality packages at great value, combining accommodation, safaris, guides, transfers, and meals. Also, there are no hidden costs involved.
• Local Guides: Every safari or walk comes with experienced and certified naturalists who know the area, animal behavior, and where to find the best wildlife highlights.
• Tailor-made Options: We customize your itinerary based on your travel goals, with a selection of accommodation types ranging from luxury to budget and more.
• Best Safety & Support Systems: Your safety is our priority. We provide 24/7 support during your travels. Moreover, accommodations are hygienic, and all experiences are conducted responsibly and ethically.

So, do not wait and make the most of your wildlife journey with Luxury Trails of India. Book Your Tour With Us Now!