Updated: 08/Aug/23- In the eastern part of Rajasthan, in the district of Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambore National Park is a star attraction of Rajasthan and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 38th Tiger Reserve of India, Ranthambore National Park is the home to many proud and popular tigers. You can indulge in several activities on your visit to Ranthambore National Park. From adventure activities to hobbies and interest activities and fine dining, Ranthambore treasures so many things to do.
To satiate your activity-craving soul, make a checklist to include the following –
- Jeep and Canter Safari – Ranthambore National Park is the popular abode of the Bengal Tigers. Being said that canter and jeep safaris are the best possible medium to embark on the Ranthambore Tiger Tour. Other than tigers, you can also explore the rich wildlife, birds and innumerable species of flora in the dense forests. Open from all sides, the canter and jeep safaris provide unhindered and unfiltered sightings as well as a great opportunity for wildlife photography.
- Ranthambore Schools of Art – Tourists with a soft corner for arts and paintings can visit the Ranthambore Schools of Art to admire the splendid paintings of the majestic tigers. The place specially looks attractive because of the tiger paintings, made by the talented students of the cultural centre to serve both the purpose of sale and showcase. The paintings intend to create awareness about the conservation of tigers and other wildlife.
- Hot Air Balloon – If you visit Ranthambore National Park between November to March, then you must go for hot air ballooning to rejuvenate your senses. Rising high in the sky, you will get a bird’s eye view of the entire park which is absolutely breathtaking. The activity lasts for an hour and will be a memorable event on your visit to the national park. Do not forget to carry your binoculars or cameras to get experience and capture the unique visual treats.
- Rajiv Gandhi Regional Museum – To embark on a historical journey of Rajasthan and the rest of India, visit Rajiv Gandhi Regional Museum. It was constructed in 2004 and the doors were opened to the general public in 2014. The museum holds a detailed account of the geology, wildlife, natural resources and plants of western India. The museum is inspected and managed by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change.
- Wild Dragon Adventure Park – Spending time in an amusement park never fails to amaze people. So is the Wild Dragon Adventure Park. This adventure-providing park is set up in a serene environment, surrounded by scenic beauty and sloping hills. The park consists of a lake, trekking activities, water sports, and many other adventure rides. The park is the perfect spot to spend an entire day with family and kids having lots of fun.
- Village Women Craft – Located in the RIICO Industrial Area at Sawai Madhopur, the Village Women Craft is the perfect place to indulge in shopping for handicraft items crafted by the women of Ranthambore. The craft items are created using environment-friendly materials. A plethora of items are available at this market, which include woodwork, patchwork, wildlife paintings, wooden rugs, cotton kilims, etc.
Other things that can be included in the to-do list of Ranthambore National Park are bird watching, sightseeing at Ranthambore Fort, visiting Lakarda and Anantapura, panther spotting at Kacheeda Valley, spotting crocodiles at Malik Talao, history hunting at Jogi Mahal, photography at Raj Bagh Ruins and so on.