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*Every trip is tailor made, so final pricing will vary based on travel dates, availability and how you choose to travel, and we will always confirm full details before you book.
On a safari holiday in Ranthambore or Bandhavgarh you can expect a lively cast of wildlife that brings each drive to life, starting with the star attraction of Bengal tigers and continuing with leopards moving quietly through the rocks, sloth bears shuffling through the undergrowth and shy jungle cats slipping between the trees. The forests and grasslands are busy with chital and sambar deer, wild boar, langur monkeys with their expressive faces and the occasional jackal trotting along a track as if it owns the place.
Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears and jungle cats moving through the forests while deer, langur monkeys and wild boar fill the clearings.
Indian safari holidays offer a completely different wildlife experience compared to African safaris. Instead of vast open savannahs, you explore dense forests, ancient ruins and dramatic landscapes where Bengal tigers roam freely.
A tiger safari in India is one of the most sought-after wildlife experiences in the world. With experienced naturalist guides and regulated jeep safaris, visitors have a genuine opportunity to see tigers, leopards, sloth bears and a wide variety of birdlife in their natural habitat.
Our India wildlife safari tours are tailor made, meaning you can combine multiple national parks, cultural highlights such as the Taj Mahal, or even extend your trip to Kerala or Rajasthan.
The best time for safari in India is generally between October and April when the weather is cooler and wildlife is more active.
Choosing the right time for your India wildlife safari tour depends on your priorities, comfort level and photography goals.
Indian safari holidays are best known for Bengal tigers, but wildlife sightings often include leopards, sloth bears, wild boar, sambar and chital deer, langur monkeys and a wide range of bird species. Each national park offers different habitats, meaning every safari drive presents new opportunities to see wildlife in its natural environment.
Yes, India is an excellent choice for first-time safari travellers. Safaris are well regulated, led by experienced guides and operate within protected national parks. The structured nature of jeep safaris, combined with good infrastructure and accommodation options, makes Indian safari holidays both accessible and rewarding for newcomers to wildlife travel.
Most Indian safari holidays last between 7 and 12 days. This allows time for multiple game drives across one or two national parks, increasing wildlife viewing opportunities. Longer itineraries can combine safari experiences with cultural highlights such as Delhi, Agra or Jaipur, creating a more rounded travel experience.
Indian safari holidays can be suitable for families, depending on the age of children and the chosen itinerary. Some lodges welcome families and offer shorter game drives or educational wildlife experiences. It is important to choose parks and accommodation that cater to family travel and to consider travel times between destinations.
The cost of an Indian safari holiday varies based on travel dates, accommodation level, number of parks visited and whether the trip is tailor made. Guide prices often start from around £795 per person, with luxury Indian safari holidays costing more depending on lodge selection, private services and itinerary length.