Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park RNP is a vast wildlife reserve near Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan. It is home to the tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles.
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For more info visit https://www.ranthamborenationalpark.com/ Ranthambore National Park ( www.ranthamborenationalpark.com ) is known for its tigers and is one of the best places in India to see these majestic predators in the jungle. It is situated in Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, about 180 km from Jaipur, which is also the nearest airport. The nearest town and railway station

is at Sawai Madhopur, about 11 km away. Ranthambhore was established as the Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in 1955 by the Government of India, and was declared one of the Project Tiger reserves in 1973. Ranthambore became a national park in 1980. In 1984, the adjacent forests were declared the Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and Keladevi Sanctuary, and in 1991 the tiger reserve was enlarged to include Sawai Man Singh and Keladevi sanctuaries. Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary is known for its tigers and is one of the best places in India to see these majestic predators in the jungle. Tigers can be easily spotted even during the day time. A good time to visit Ranthambore National Park is in November and May when the nature of the dry deciduous forests makes sightings common. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India. General Information:

National Park area: 275 km² core area. 392 km² including buffer zone. Tiger Reserve area: 1334 km²

Altitude: 215 to 505 meters above sea level

Closest airport is Jaipur at 180 km

Terrain: Dense tropical dry forest, open bushland and rocky terrain interspersed with lakes and streams

Ecoregion: Kathiarbar-Gir dry deciduous forests

Best Season: From November to March

Closed: Monsoon season (July - August)

01/05/2026

No Phones, No Distractions: Ranthambore Safari Goes Digital-Free Under Supreme Court Orders
03/02/2026

No Phones, No Distractions: Ranthambore Safari Goes Digital-Free Under Supreme Court Orders

Mobile phones are banned during Ranthambore safari under Supreme Court guidelines to ensure wildlife safety and a disturbance-free experience.

29/12/2025

Ranthambore National Park
03/10/2025

Ranthambore National Park

🐅 A Tribute to Machhli – The Queen of Ranthambore 🐅Machhli, the legendary tigress of Ranthambore, was not only the most ...
20/08/2025

🐅 A Tribute to Machhli – The Queen of Ranthambore 🐅

Machhli, the legendary tigress of Ranthambore, was not only the most photographed tiger in the world but also a symbol of strength and survival. She ruled the park for over a decade, nurturing generations of tigers and drawing wildlife lovers from across the globe. 🌍✨

To honor her unmatched legacy, a memorial has been built in Ranthambore National Park. This tribute stands as a reminder of her role in putting Ranthambore on the world wildlife map and her contribution to tiger conservation in India. 🐯🌿

👉 Discover more about Machhli’s incredible journey: https://www.ranthamborenationalpark.com/blog/legendary-tigress-machli-memorial/

Great news for wildlife lovers! 🐅Machli, the legendary tigress of Ranthambore—fondly known as the Lady of the Lake—is no...
31/07/2025

Great news for wildlife lovers! 🐅
Machli, the legendary tigress of Ranthambore—fondly known as the Lady of the Lake—is now immortalized with a statue, celebrating her iconic legacy in India’s wildlife history. 🐾✨

Machli, the legendary tigress known as the Lady of the Lake, is honored with a statue for her iconic legacy in India's wild heritage.

Farewell to Arrowhead: Ranthambore’s Iconic Tigress and Fearless Queen of the Wild
24/06/2025

Farewell to Arrowhead: Ranthambore’s Iconic Tigress and Fearless Queen of the Wild

The famous and iconic tigress of Ranthambore National Park passes away, leaving wildlife enthusiasts in mourning.

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