India
Overview
A destination that will tickle the very base of your soul, discover a rich tapestry of heritage, culture, and religion all proudly displayed in the country’s fascinating architecture, food and customs. The country is full of an endless diversity of experiences and colours. Lose yourself in the majesty of the Himalayas, marvel at the ochre-hued deserts of Rajasthan, stand in the mottled shade of the dense jungles in central India, and unwind on one of the golden beaches of the south. And, just when you thought India couldn’t possibly be more enticing, the country boasts a collection of 733 protected areas. These havens shelter the majority of the world’s wild tigers, Asiatic lion, leopard, wild dogs, sloth bear, Asiatic rhino, elephants, the gaur and many deer and monkey species.
Highlights &
Experiences
Whether you’re looking to spot the majestic Bengal tiger, the rare Asiatic lion, snow leopard, or the iconic one-horned rhinoceros, India’s national parks deliver some of the best safari experiences in Asia. Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is one of the most iconic safari destinations in India. Known for its large population of tigers, Ranthambore is set against a dramatic backdrop of crumbling forts and rocky terrain. The unique combination of historical ruins and thriving wildlife makes for a captivating safari experience. In the northeast lies Kaziranga National Park in Assam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for housing the world’s largest population of the endangered Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh is renowned for having one of the highest densities of Bengal tigers in the country. Further into tiger country we find, Kanha and Pench that are said to have inspired Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book.
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