India is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with diverse landscapes that shelter rare and exotic species. From dense forests to high-altitude deserts, here are some of the best places across India to see majestic creatures like tigers, elephants, rhinos, and more.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan: Ranthambore is one of the best places in India to spot the majestic Bengal tiger. The park also has ancient ruins and a historic fort, giving you a blend of wildlife and heritage. Besides tigers, it also has leopards, sloth bears and marsh crocodiles.
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Kaziranga National Park, Assam: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is famous for its population of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros. Spread across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River, it is also home to wild water buffaloes, swamp deer and different bird species.
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Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh: Also known as Kanha Tiger Reserve, it is one of India’s most well-maintained and scenic national parks. It’s home to the majestic Bengal tiger, barasingha (swamp deer), leopards and wild dogs. Kanha inspired Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, making it iconic for both its wildlife and literary connection. Jeep safaris offer excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting.
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Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal: This vast mangrove forest has a unique ecosystem and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's the natural habitat of the elusive Royal Bengal tiger, which has adapted to swimming in saline waters. The Sundarbans also houses estuarine crocodiles and rare birds.
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Bandipur National Park, Karnataka: Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Bandipur is known for its population of Indian elephants, tigers and gaur (Indian bison). The park is well-managed and ideal for eco-tourism with lush forested landscapes and a variety of flora and fauna.
