Ranthambore National Park is one of the finest tiger reserves in the country.The park's abandoned fortress,lakes and healthy tiger population have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955 and became part of Project Tiger in 1973.
Ranthambore National park is famous for its tigers and it is one of the most accessible places to see these majestic predators in the wild. The park is located 180 km south east of Jaipur.Tigers can be elusive and it is recommended that you stay at least a couple of days to increase your chances of seeing one. A good time to visit is between November and May when the nature of the dry deciduous forests makes sightings more common. The Park which covers an area of nearly 400 sq. km is set between the Aravali and Vindhya ranges. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India.
The sharp ridges,deep bouldered-filled gorges,lakes and jungles that make up the park are the habitat of a wide variety of other wild life. Carnivores such as the panther, jackal and hyena, numerous species of deer,sloth bear and a great variety of migratory birds. Reptiles such as the monitor and Marsh crocodile also make their home here.
The park is closed during the monsoon season July,August and September.