Sariska Tiger Sanctuary,Rajasthan a perfect weekend getaway from Delhi,India
Nestled among the Aravalis, Sariska is the closest place from Delhi where one can hope to see a Tiger in it's natural surroundings. Once the hunting grounds of the Maharajas Sariska was made into a forest reserve in 1955 and declared a National park in 1982. Sariska Palace was built in the 19th century. For reaching Sariska from Delhi one has to go via Alwar, often called the 'Tiger gate of Rajasthan'. Sariska is about 30 km from Alwar. Another route for Sariska which is a little longer, is traveling on NH 8 till just before Shahpura and taking the State highway to Sariska via Thanagazi. The jungle is known for Tigers and chital, hyena, neel gai, wild boar, hyena and leopard. Sambar, jackals and langurs can be seen in large numbers in certain areas.
The place to stay at Sariska is Sariska Palace Built in the 19th century by Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar this imposing palace served as a hunting lodge for the maharajas for the years to come. It has now been converted into a heritage hotel with all the modern amenities like swimming pool, lawn tennis,table tennis,huge lawns to play cricket, football etc and realxrelax . Based in a total of 100 acres it's facade and lush green lawns even in the middle of Rajasthan are a treat to watch. Do visit Sariska in Rajaasthan India and visit the Sariska Wild Life sanctuary, stay at Sariska Palace.
What to do
One can take one's own vehicle to the park but you are restricted to drive only on the metalled road till Pandupol and not get down in the kucha. The best way to see the park is in the official four wheel drives available just out side the park. If you have time book it for the whole day, othewise go for a shorter version. The feel of the jungle you get driving through non-existent roads and kucha is beyond compare. Drive till Pandupol and then come back and turn towards Kankanwadi for and Neelkanth where the real action is and also the chances of Tiger sightings and other wild life are higher. The lake around Kankanwadi has a rich bird life too. Take a guide along, though jeep drivers too are quiet knowledgeable about the jungle. Wait around water hole to increase you chances of sightings specially around dawn and dusk. Remember to take your binoculars, some packed food, sun glasses, a cap and some insect repellant cream if you want to stay in the jungle for a longer period.
You can also visit other Wild Life resorts around Delhi like Corbett resorts, Bharatpur, Rantahmbhore and more.
The place to stay at Sariska is Sariska Palace Built in the 19th century by Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar this imposing palace served as a hunting lodge for the maharajas for the years to come. It has now been converted into a heritage hotel with all the modern amenities like swimming pool, lawn tennis,table tennis,huge lawns to play cricket, football etc and realxrelax . Based in a total of 100 acres it's facade and lush green lawns even in the middle of Rajasthan are a treat to watch. Do visit Sariska in Rajaasthan India and visit the Sariska Wild Life sanctuary, stay at Sariska Palace.
What to do
One can take one's own vehicle to the park but you are restricted to drive only on the metalled road till Pandupol and not get down in the kucha. The best way to see the park is in the official four wheel drives available just out side the park. If you have time book it for the whole day, othewise go for a shorter version. The feel of the jungle you get driving through non-existent roads and kucha is beyond compare. Drive till Pandupol and then come back and turn towards Kankanwadi for and Neelkanth where the real action is and also the chances of Tiger sightings and other wild life are higher. The lake around Kankanwadi has a rich bird life too. Take a guide along, though jeep drivers too are quiet knowledgeable about the jungle. Wait around water hole to increase you chances of sightings specially around dawn and dusk. Remember to take your binoculars, some packed food, sun glasses, a cap and some insect repellant cream if you want to stay in the jungle for a longer period.
You can also visit other Wild Life resorts around Delhi like Corbett resorts, Bharatpur, Rantahmbhore and more.
