Tigers & a hill fort
Ranthambore
Tiger safaris and the UNESCO-listed Ranthambore Fort, a short trip from Jaipur.
- Famous for
- Wild tigers, Ranthambore Fort, Trinetra Ganesh temple and lakeside palace ruins.
- Best time
- October to June
- Suggested stay
- 2 days
- Getting there
- Sawai Madhopur railway station; Jaipur airport about 3–4 hours by road
About
The story of Ranthambore
Ranthambore sits at the meeting point of the Aravalli and Vindhya hills near Sawai Madhopur. The national park is one of the best places in India to see a tiger, and the hill fort above it dates from around the 10th century.
For full park details, history, zones and wildlife, see the Ranthambore National Park page under Wildlife Tours.
Things to do
Interesting things to see and do
Tiger safari
Morning and evening jeep or canter safaris.
Ranthambore Fort
Ramparts, step tanks and the Trinetra Ganesh temple.
Padam Talao & Rajbagh
Lakes and ruins inside the park.
Village crafts
Dastkar craft centre and local markets.
Itinerary · 2 days
Day-by-day plan
A suggested pace. We adjust it to your dates, hotel and travel style.
Day 1
Arrival
- Drive or train from Jaipur (about 3–4 hours)
- Afternoon safari
- Evening at the resort
Day 2
Safari & fort
- Morning safari
- Ranthambore Fort and Trinetra Ganesh temple
- Afternoon safari or village visit
- Optional transfer onward to Kuno for cheetah safari