Tiger Safari in India

Discover one of the world's most exotic creatures on an exciting luxury safari

India's Bengal Tiger is among the most critically endangered animals that remain on our planet.  Originating in Siberia, the Bengal Tiger is one of nine species of tiger species of which three (the Balinese, Caspian and Javan) are already extinct.

The entire world population of tigers is estimated optimistically at only 6,000. One of only a few ways to catch a glimpse of this majestic creature in the wild is on a tiger safari in India. You can rest assured that this type of tourism is helping the tigers to survive. Revenue received by India's National Parks is pumped back into conservation, so future generations may have a chance to view this unique and majestic predator.

The best places to track tigers in the wild include the National Parks of Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Pench. India tiger safaris are available between the months of October to June. Please note that the best time of year to travel depends on your reasons for travelling (for example, photography). Find the best time to visit India.

Coming across tigers in their natural environment is both spine-tingling and unnerving as you grasp the sheer power and presence of these beasts. To enhance the thrill you can take an India tiger safari on elephant back – sitting only metres away from the most powerful mammal on the Asian continent is a humbling experience, and one that is not easily forgotten.

Elephants are easily accepted by the tigers as they are another natural animal of the forest, allowing clear viewings and an unbeatable highlight of your Indian Safari Holiday. 

In order to avoid disappointment it is best to book your India tiger safari as far in advance as possible. Contact us today for more details and a price quote.

India's National Parks

Pench National Park located in the province of Madhya Pradesh providing good access to tiger safaris. With a rich prey base and access to the Pench River, tigers seem to be thriving in this beautiful park. Other wildlife of interest includes leopards and wild dogs.

Kanha National Park one of the biggest National Parks in India providing unrivalled wildlife viewing. A fantastic diversity of wildlife including the swamp deer (also known as barasingha), spotted deer, sloth bears, leopards, approximately 300 bird species and almost 100 tigers.

Bandhavgarh National Park much smaller than Kanha National Park, but still a huge hit with tourists providing a smaller area to cover and therefore a reasonably high chance of spotting one of the tigers. A visit to Bandhavgarh Fort is also essential, providing spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.

Corbett National Park a lovely park located in the foothills of the Himalayas. With some great lodges and camps, it is not as regularly visited as others however it should not be missed. Dramatic landscapes criss-crossed by rivers provide a stunning backdrop to your tiger safari. Wild elephant sightings are also regular here and you even have the chance of tracking tigers on elephant back along the winding river beds.

Safari options

Asiatic Lions - there only 320 Asiatic Lions left in the world - and all of those to be found in a single part of India, Sasan Gir National Park.  However, numbers have increased over the past few years making this is one of India’s wildlife success stories. In fact there problem today is that the park has become crowded with too many lions! The Asiatic Lion has characteristic differences to the African lion (smaller body, shorter main and slightly darker in colour).

Sasan Gir National Park lovely park in western India consisting of forest, grassland and a number of rivers. Gir makes for a pleasant wildlife experience and the only chance you will have to see Asiatic Lions.

The Indian Rhino - also known as the Great One-horned Rhino - is nowadays limited in numbers to approximately 1,700 in Kaziranga National Park. With its short stumpy legs, deeply folded skin, small singular horn and armour plated skin this really does look like an animal from the prehistoric era.

Although principally grazers, rhinos can also be found raiding crops during the night; other than this they are usually found in grassland areas with regular swamps or lakes and they are usually solitary territorial animals covering a home territory of approximately 2 sq miles.

Kaziranga National Park is a flat grassland area interspersed with a number of swamps, provides the ideal home to the Indian Rhino. Sightings are fairly regular and this area provides a pleasing contrast to the dense forests and jungle of the tiger's habitat in parks such as Kanha or Bandhavgarh.

The Asian Elephant is shorter than its African counterpart with smaller ears and a visibly more arched back. Sightings are best in either Corbett National Park or Kerala. Elephants form a significant part of Indian history and tradition and are a major part of the Indian way of life with most temples being linked to the elephant in one way or another.