India is home to some of the most incredible wildlife destinations in the world with over 90,000 diverse species of plants, animals, and birds. With untamed natural beauty and some of the most exotic wild animals, there are boundless thrilling adventures for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers to enjoy. Get ready to witness native species in their natural habitat from close quarters. We have handpicked India’s best wildlife experiences which promise unforgettable travel memories.

Ranthambore National Park – Rajasthan

Rajasthan is extremely popular for its tourism, home to many wildlife sanctuaries including the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, located just 14km away from the town of Sawai Madhopur. A former royal hunting ground, Ranthambore National Park boasts a plethora of wild animals including tigers, leopards, fox, sloth bears, hyenas, mongoose, caracal, and jackal. With its 10th century fortress and serene Padam Talao Lake, Ranthambore National Park is quite different from other wildlife sanctuaries that you might come across. It is a perfect mix of history, architecture, and nature, and a quiet testament to the bygone era. 

Best time to visit: Between October - June

Sundarbans National Park – West Bengal

Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal is the world’s largest mangrove forest, protecting over 400 Royal Bengal Tigers. It has been designated as UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and acts as a buffer zone to three wildlife sanctuaries. Apart from tigers, you’ll be able to spot a wide range of species including fishing cats, leopards, wild boars, Indian mongoose, flying foxes, and more. Away from the chaos of the city, this national park is the ultimate destination to encounter amazing wildlife.

Best time to visit: Between November - March

Jim Corbett National Park – Uttarakhand

Jim Corbett National Park is one of the oldest and most popular wildlife destinations in India, boasting a wide range of flora and fauna. It is densely populated with Sal trees with the Ramganga river flowing serenely through the park, making an ideal abode for rare birds including hornbills and white vultures. The park also has a large number of tigers so the chance to spot one is really high. Apart from tigers, the park is also home to animals such as sambars, elephants, deer, black bears, otters, and more. A jungle safari is a great way to explore the rich diversity of this national park, and you can also opt for other activities like trekking, rappelling, and fishing. 

Best time to visit: Between March - December

Kaziranga National Park – Assam

Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its contribution in preserving the population of one-horned rhinoceroses that were close to extinction. The park is home to a large number of wild animals such as elephants, wild water buffalos, langurs, gaurs, panthers, and Asiatic black bears, and provide habitat to different species of birds and aquatic species. Kaziranga is indeed a paradise for photographers and nature lovers as well as bird watchers.

Best time to visit: Between November - April

Bandhavgarh National Park – Madhya Pradesh

Bandhavgarh National Park is situated amidst the Vindhya Mountain Ranges in the state of Madhya Pradesh, best known for being home to white tigers. This must-visit wildlife hotspot was once the hunting reserve of the royals of Rewa and was named after the fortress that is located in the vicinity of the park. Both jeep safaris and elephant safaris are available for visitors to explore the wilderness and be in with a chance of spotting animals like tigers, wild cats, wild boars, foxes, and antelopes. Visit Bandhavgarh National Park for an adventure like no other!

Best time to visit: Between October - June

Kanha National Park - Madhya Pradesh

Kanha National Park is located in the lap of the Maikal range in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is marked by meadows, serene streams, and lush greenery. The beauty of this park is said to have inspired the famous author Rudyard Kipling when he wrote his most popular work ‘The Jungle Book’. Kanha National Park is home to over 300 species of birds and plants as well as a wide range of wild animals including tigers, panthers, barking deer, wild pigs, black bucks, sloths, and jackals. Along with jeep safaris, the park also offers activities like bird-watching and nature hikes.

Best time to visit: Between mid-October – end of June 

Gir National Park – Gujarat

Gir National Park is one of the few wildlife sanctuaries in the world where you get to witness rare Asiatic lions in their natural habitat. It is one of India’s oldest wildlife sanctuaries and boasts a unique ecosystem with over 300 species of birds, more than 30 kinds of reptiles, and a large number of wild animals including antelopes, chinkaras, wild boar, deer, jackals, leopards, and of course, lions. The park was once a hunting ground for British officials and Maharajas. It is the only place after Africa where feral cats can be spotted. A jungle safari in Gir National Park makes for the ultimate adventure. 

Best time to visit: Between late-October - mid-June

Periyar National Park – Kerala

Periyar National Park in Thekkady is one of the most bio-diverse wildlife parks in India renowned for its natural beauty. It is a notable tiger and elephant reserve, and offers abode to large number of other wild animals such as sloth bears, flying squirrel, gaurs, sambars, and wild pigs. The park lies amidst the Cardamom Hills in Idukki and is bound by unparalleled beauty, from verdant forests and mountains to the Periyar Lake and Pamba River flowing serenely. It is an ideal place to unwind and relax while admiring the surrounding beauty. If you’re looking for an adrenalin pumping adventure, elephant safaris and rafting are few of the activities to enjoy here.

Best time to visit: Between December - March