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Status: Seasonal: core zones closed July–September.
Tiger reserve in eastern Rajasthan where tigers roam among the ruins of a 10th-century fort; 10 safari zones.
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve near Sawai Madhopur is one of India's best places to see wild tigers, set in dry deciduous forest with lakes and the ruins of Ranthambore Fort. Safaris run in gypsies (6-seat jeeps) and canters (shared open buses) across 10 zones: 1–5 core and 6–10 buffer. Permits are booked through the Rajasthan Forest Department's official portal. Core zones close for the monsoon (July–September), and the park reopens from 1 October.
Highlights
- Tiger sightings
- Ranthambore Fort and Trinetra Ganesh temple
- Padam Talao and Rajbagh lakes
- 10 safari zones
Tips
- Book permits as soon as the window opens (reported 90 days ahead).
- Zone is allotted at booking/by rotation – sightings vary by zone.
- Carry original ID used for booking.
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