The best luxury tiger safari in India
Few wildlife encounters can match the thrilling experience of witnessing these majestic predators in their natural environment. With striking fur, powerful muscles and a piercing gaze, the largest living cat species in the world is sadly endangered and becoming increasingly rare to witness. From the Himalayan foothills to the reserves in the deep south, India is renowned as the land of the tiger. Home to the highest number of tigers left in the wild, it is here that you can embark on a tiger safari in India where the welfare of the tigers is an utmost priority.
India is the only country in the world where many of the great cats can be witnessed including tiger, lion, snow leopard and clouded leopard. Whether you are seeking a luxury tiger safari through the heart of tiger country, or a specialist exploration of a variety of wildlife in the remote borderlands, we can create an India wildlife safari adventure that encompasses all of the experiences you wish to see whilst visiting this captivating nation.
Where to see tigers in India?
Nature lovers can discover amazing tiger reserves in protected parks across the country. Some of our favourite parks are Corbett National Park in the northern state of Uttarakhand, and Satpura, Pench and Kanha National Parks in Central India. We suggest beginning your trip exploring the colourful, chaotic delights of Delhi whilst staying at the grand colonial-era Imperial New Delhi. Absorb the treasures of Old Dehli with its vibrant food & craft markets, opting to enjoy a street food tour or dining in high-end restaurants. Explore New Delhi’s rich history and architecture with a local historian, or take in the contemporary art scene by visiting the flourishing collection of galleries, art fairs and exhibitions. After a couple of nights here, you’ll either travel north or to the centre of India to embark on your tiger safari and wildlife tour.
"Alongside the endangered Bengal tigers it is known for, leopards, wild elephants, wild boars, Rhesus monkeys and over 600 different species of birds can also be found in Corbett National Park"
Luxury tiger safari at Corbett National Park
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Corbett National Park is one of the few national parks in India that permits overnight stays within the park – consider this a rustic safari experience for those particularly keen on wildlife. On arrival at the park, you’ll spend your first night at Jim’s Jungle Retreat; a charming collection of forest bungalows and rest houses which are reminiscent of the Raj era.
From here you’ll be driven to your forest rest house inside the national park for around four nights. With strategically located rest houses over a century old and tiger safari zones where the natural habitat is carefully maintained, this wildlife sanctuary offers an incredible opportunity to live inside one of the best tiger reserves in isolated splendour. Spend your days journeying through the park on enthralling private jeep safaris to glimpse the wildlife and find the elusive tigers accompanied by an expert naturalist.
Satpura National Park tiger safaris
The alternative option is a longer safari of up to two weeks in Central India. After spending time exploring Delhi, fly from New Delhi to Bhopal. Here you will be driven to the lesser-known Satpura National Park, where wildlife includes tigers, leopards, sloth bears, the unique black buck, porcupines, pangolins and marsh crocodiles amongst many other species of birds and butterflies.
This vast parkland, the largest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh, offers an ideal location for a range of jungle activities from walking, boat and jeep safaris to overnight camping and horseback riding in the buffer zone. You can also explore the local village and learn about the lodge’s community support and wildlife conservation initiatives. After exhilarating days spent exploring the park, retreat to Reni Pani Jungle Lodge’s comfortable tents or cottages for three nights to enjoy excellent hospitality from your personal butler and staff.
Wildlife safaris in Pench National Park
From here, you’ll be driven to Pench National Park for early morning and afternoon private jeep safaris. Opt to stay at either Haldu Tola, a beautiful spacious private home in a jungle setting that is ideal for families and larger groups, or Jamtara Wilderness Camp, a delightful conservancy camp with luxury safari tents set in peaceful surroundings. Jamtara Wilderness’s exclusive Star Bed experience offers an opportunity to watch over animals under the starlit night sky as the local farmers have done for generations.
Kanha National Park tiger safaris
The exploring continues as you are driven to one of the finest parks in India, Kanha National Park. Perfect for nature lovers, the spectacular surroundings of dense forest and lush meadows inspired Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Jungle Book,’ and provides an ideal environment for a variety of wildlife to thrive. Spend three nights staying at Shergarh Kanha which offers a lovely intimate setting, or Flame of the Forest’s comfortable cottages.
However you choose to spend your time exploring, we will ensure that your time is full of memorable encounters and life-enriching tiger watching experiences, as we only work with eco-tourism camps that offer the highest quality guides. We can also arrange for a renowned wildlife photographer or conservationist to accompany you, further enhancing your time and capturing memorable moments during luxury tiger safaris in this magnificent country.
