Tiger tour in India, land of the Tiger tour
| country: | India |
| location: | Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kanha, Ranthambore, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | 2009: 18 Dec 2010: 8 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 17 Dec, 24 Dec 2011: 14 Jan, 28 Jan, 18 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr |
| price: | From £1549 - £2179 (17 days) including flights from the UK, from £1099 - £1449 excluding flights. Single supplement £225. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
Northern India is home to many fabled wildlife parks. On this safari we spend maximum time in three outstanding parks to give the best opportunity for quality viewings. Ranthambore, former hunting reserve of the Maharajas of Jaipur, boasts large numbers of sambar and chital as well as tigers. Kanha is teeming with varieties of deer, monkey, langur, wild boar and leopard, and the 'hard ground' barasingha can also be seen. Bandhavgarh, one of the smaller national parks, is also the most prolific and enjoys an impressive setting with a stunning cliff-top fort overlooking grasslands, birch forests and bamboo that provide cover for the indigenous wildlife. All these parks are ideal for viewing both predator and prey, and with eleven game drives included and more optional ones, the chances of seeing the magnificent Bengal tiger are greatly increased. In addition to all this we visit the most famous of India's monuments, and arguably the most romantic building in the world, the Taj Mahal.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Depart London. |
| Day 2: | Arrive Delhi; afternoon train to Ranthambore. |
| Day 3: | Morning and evening game drives in the park. |
| Day 4: | Morning game drive; optional visit to ancient forts, temples and villages. |
| Day 5: | To Bharatpur by train; continue to Agra by road. |
| Day 6: | Morning visit Taj Mahal and Red Fort; free afternoon; overnight train to Jabalpur. |
| Day 7: | Arrive Jabalpur and drive to Khana N.P. |
| Days 8-10: | Explore the park by jeep and on elephants (optional). |
| Day 11: | To Bandhavgarh N.P. |
| Days 12-14: | Explore the park by jeep and on elephants (optional). |
| Day 15: | Drive to Katni railway station; overnight train back to Delhi. |
| Day 16: | Arrive Delhi; afternoon sightseeing tour. |
| Day 17: | Fly to London. |
travellers' tales
The excitement of seeing Tigers in the wild, was wonderful, we did not expect to be able to get as close as we did on the elephant, and each sighting was as exciting as the last... we were only yards away from a male Tiger and its Sambur kill. (more)
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places. award winner
This tourism business won an award in our 2004 Responsible Tourism Awards - organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Times, World Travel Market and Geographical, Magazine of the Royal Geographical Societyhow this holiday makes a difference
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The world's tiger population has reached critical levels, poaching, population pressures and deforestation have left an indelible mark on their precarious numbers, only through tourism and conservation will the greatest predator be saved. We are delighted to be helping in this manner, firmly believing that getting small groups of tourists into the game parks to enjoy sightings of this extraordinary cat is the best way to ensure their survival.
The 'Land of the Tiger' tour is two weeks long and, unlike many other tours of India which just touch on the game reserves, spends the majority of the time in the comparatively tiger rich areas of Kanha, Bandhavgar and Ranthambore with visits to Khajaraho, Delhi and Agra also. No wildlife experience on earth (except perhaps going toe to toe with the endangered mountain gorillas) can compare to a sighting of these noble beasts. Bandhavgarh, India The tigers of India are under serious threat from poaching and encroachment and we hope to show the population of Bandhavgarh in Madya Pardesh the direct benefits of protecting the tigers of this region. Our project in Bandhavgarh focuses on the rebuilding of a local school bordering the National Park. Since 2005, we have rebuilt classrooms, a new ablutions block and installed clean water towers. Work to improve the facilities of the main school building is already underway and we have also facilitated the funding for a much-needed ambulance for the local hospital. Such local projects are vital for the survival of the tiger. |
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