There are lots of people who already know well about Sariska Tiger Reserve, it’s located in Aravalli hills, the best hunting reserve in Rajasthan, and the first tiger reserve for Bengal Tigers. Here are some important facts about Sariska, which covers 800sq km of area, became a sanctuary in 1955 and National Park in 1979.
Sariska National Park is not only known for tigers, but others also exist like nilgai, leopard, hyena, rhesus macaque, caracal, jungle cat, ratel, sambar deer, spotted deer, langur, four-horned antelope, wild pig, Indian civet, Rufous-tailed hare, common mongoose, ruddy mongoose, palm civet, porcupine, pangolin, etc.
So far, we have seen and discussed a lot about Sariska. This place is too good for thrilling vacations, a nature view, a forest full of animals, and a safari.
Types of Safari in Sariska Tiger Reserve
Now that we have talked so much about Safari, let me also tell you that there are 2 types of Safari in Sariska National Park. One of them is Jeep Safari and the other is Canter Safari.
Jeep Safari
For exploring Sariska Tiger Reserve, you need a 3-hour expedition and professional guides. One group consisting of six people can go one at a time for safari on a jeep.
To be honest, jeep safaris are ideal for exploring the vast expanse of the park as well as enjoying the views of the majestic wildlife that inhabit the place. Not only that, but it is also the best way to take some great pictures of these fantastic animals.
Canter Safari
If you ask for other options than jeep safari, then open safari vans which are also known as Canter. These are for big families, or for a group of more than 6 people. This is another way to explore other than a jeep safari.
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About 20 people can come on a canter safari at a time. This type of safari covers all 4 zones of the park. As far as time is concerned, it lasts from 6 am to 10 am and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
Because demand for these safaris is high, especially during peak season, booking your safari well in advance of your visit is preferable.
Safari Zones in Sariska National Park
As I told you above the area Sariska covers that’s 800 square kilometers, and it has 2 gates with 4 different safari zones of Sariska. There’s this most popular gate among all of them, Sariska gate has 3 zones to be specific, Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 3. There is another gate, Telha Gate which comes after that accessible to Zone 4. If seen, Telha Gate is 80 kilometers away from Sariska Gate.
Zone 1 – The region offers tourists the to visit the extreme territories of Sariska. Tourists have the option of choosing a jeep or a canter safari to move around the region and explore the national park.
Zone 2 – Although this zone is less popular among the core zones, the chances of an animal sighting are highest in this zone.
Zone 3 – It is also a popular region for observing wild animals, similar to Zone 1. Most visitors and naturalists recommend visiting this area to see as many wild creatures as possible.
Zone 4 – This is the least popular area as compared to the other three areas of the Sariska National Park. It is far away from the other three areas and is accessible only through the Tehla Gate. As per statistics, there is very less sighting of wild animals in this area and hence it is the least explored area of Sariska National Park.
Final Words
You have received entire information about Sariska National Park in the preceding blog. If you want to visit this place and see the surroundings, book your Sariska National Park Tour packages from Delhi with Snaptours. They are professionals in making appropriate travel arrangements. So grab yours and go exploring with all the flora and fauna.
