CURATED JOURNEY · TIGERS, WILDLIFE & TIMELESS INDIA

Explore Indian Wildlife

Track the Bengal tiger across Ranthambhore, Bandhavgarh and Kanha, discover Bharatpur’s remarkable birdlife, and connect India’s wild landscapes with Jaipur, the Taj Mahal, Orchha and Khajuraho.

15 Days Handpicked Lodges & 4★–5★ Stays

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Overview

Explore Indian Wildlife is a 15-day private journey created for travellers who want to experience India’s extraordinary wildlife without leaving its cultural heritage behind. Begin in Delhi and Jaipur before entering Ranthambhore in search of the Bengal tiger, then discover the wetlands and birdlife of Bharatpur and the timeless Taj Mahal at Agra. Continue through Orchha and Khajuraho into the forests of Central India, where Bandhavgarh and Kanha offer some of the country’s most rewarding safari landscapes. From historic cities and UNESCO-listed monuments to early-morning game drives and evenings at atmospheric jungle lodges, Distant India Journeys brings together two very different sides of India in one carefully planned journey.

Journey Highlights

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A 15-day private wildlife and heritage journey through North and Central India

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Experience wildlife safaris in three of India’s celebrated tiger reserves

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Search for the Bengal tiger in the forests and landscapes of Ranthambhore

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Discover the wetlands and remarkable birdlife of Keoladeo National Park at Bharatpur

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Experience the magnificent Taj Mahal and Mughal heritage of Agra

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Travel by train from Agra to Jhansi before continuing to historic Orchha

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Explore Orchha’s palaces, temples and riverside cenotaphs

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Discover the UNESCO-listed temple complex of Khajuraho

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Experience Bandhavgarh’s forests on privately arranged wildlife safaris

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Explore Kanha’s beautiful sal forests, grasslands and diverse wildlife

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Look beyond the tiger for deer, gaur, monkeys, birdlife and other native species

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Stay in carefully selected hotels, heritage properties and wildlife lodges

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Travel with knowledgeable naturalists and local guides as specified

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Personalized planning and on-ground assistance from Distant India Journeys

Day by day

Suggested itinerary

Tap a day to preview the pace and experiences. Your final route is always tailored to you.

Day 1

Arrive in Delhi | Welcome to India

Arrive at Delhi International Airport, where a Distant India Journeys representative will welcome you and assist with your arrival.
Travel by private vehicle to your selected hotel and settle in after your international journey.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a gentle introduction to the capital or keep the remainder of the day free to relax.
Your representative will assist with any immediate arrangements and brief you on the wildlife and cultural journey ahead.

Before you travel

Good To Know

Wildlife sightings are entirely natural and sightings of tigers or any particular species cannot be guaranteed
Safari permits are limited and should be reserved as early as possible, particularly during peak wildlife season
Safari zones and vehicle allocations are controlled by the respective park authorities and remain subject to availability
National parks may have weekly closure days and seasonal operating periods that must be considered when finalizing travel dates
Early-morning and afternoon safaris can experience significant temperature differences, so layered clothing is recommended
Neutral-coloured comfortable clothing is recommended for wildlife drives
Binoculars are highly recommended for Bharatpur and the national parks
Some road sectors in Central India are longer and form part of the overland wildlife experience
The itinerary can be personalized with additional safaris or upgraded wildlife lodges according to availability
Final safari arrangements will be coordinated around confirmed park permits and operating conditions

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Quick facts

Duration 15 Days

Best time to visit Oct - Mar

Support On-ground team

Inclusions

✓ Accommodation as per the selected itinerary
✓ Daily breakfast unless specified otherwise
✓ Meals at wildlife lodges as specified in the final itinerary
✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle with chauffeur as per itinerary
✓ Private sightseeing and transfers as specified
✓ Services of local English-speaking guides as specified
✓ Wildlife safaris and park permits as specifically included in the final quotation
✓ Services of naturalists during safaris as provided by the respective park arrangements
✓ Agra to Jhansi train journey as specified in the final itinerary
✓ Domestic flight from Nagpur to Delhi as specified in the final quotation
✓ Airport, railway station and hotel transfers as per itinerary
✓ On-ground assistance from Distant India Journeys throughout your journey