This is the best way to go on wild excursions. The  packages are sort of ready made and come without any hassle. No need to make extensive travel arrangements, no need to book permits and no need for searching the right accommodation. 

Making travel arrangments could be cumbersome and then traveling to foreign land can become worrisome. So why not let somebody else bother about the travels and related arrangements. And what more it may cost less as well. 

Tour operator will do this for you. The companies offer ready made or tailor made packages which you can book. Number of people does not matter you may wish to travel alone or in a group. Group travel is more secure and costs less often. 

India is a vast country with great distances that wildlife enthusiasts  often need you to make, most of then are overnight journeys. What more things could differ from one destination to another and so could be the language. All this will come to fore whence you visit many wildlife destinations. In package tour the landing agent or tour operators makes complete arrangements. 

Most of the wildlife enthusiasts visit birding hotspots as well as a tiger reserve during the safari holidays. The best option is an itinerary that comprises of a visit to New Delhi which of course is the arrival point followed by a visit to iconic Taj Mahal at Agra. From here Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is close by hence few days could be spent here watching avian species that abound in the hotspot. During the stay about one hundred fifty species can be check listed.  

Bharatpur abounds in wetland species and palearctic migrants. In the vast stretch of shallow fresh water lakes you will see thousands of winter migrants and residents. Small patches of forests, marsh and dry grasslands create a biodiversity by supporting grassland and forest species. At this destination you can avail of guide service which is of great assistance. 

The distance between the bird sanctuary and Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is four and half hours of good roads. Hence the reserve is you next destination for tiger safari and bird watching. This is where you will see the majestic big cat and other mammals. The reserve is a panoramic bodiversity hub and amazing for a safari holiday. 

The tigers are frequently seen in this park. A long duration package tour will be much exciting. The large number of days will help in discovering amazing animal and bird species. On jeep or canter safari you can see the big cats, crocodiles, caracal, deer, leopards and the sloth bear. The tiger reserve is also popular for wolf and small cat sightings. During the game rides you will see many speces of birds.   

Many tour operators in India organize tour  which are comprehensive. Hence you can visit Bharatpur and Ranthambore on one wildlife package tour in India. Both the destinations are easily accessible with sound tourism infrastructure and connectivity. This will make your journey less troublesome and your holiday safari memmorable for life.   

As natural beauty is the favourite escape from the hectic world,  I too choose to go for Ecotourism for peace and tranquility experience that it offers. While searching for an ideal eco tourism spot, I  happenend to come across Kerala that has the most number of unperturbed natural areas. I picked up Periyar among the various options that the state offered. The scenic beauty of Periyar is beyond description. This place has a man-made lake built centuries back, the Periyar National Park, Tiger Reserve and Elephant reserve. I enjoyed exploring the  wildlife admist the tribal folks. Staying in tree-houses, thatched cottages and tents made my trip truly authentic and a memorable one. I must say if you too wish going for Ecotourism, Kerala tour packages have got much to offer. These trips are worth visiting and you feel energised and recharged totally.

Situated amidst the mighty Aravalli Range, Udaipur City of Rajasthan is a natural wonder and its beauty isn't unknown to the world either! Thanks to its dazzling lakes and picturesque gardens, it has won itself the title of Kashmir Of The West.

Being a tourist's paradise, there are numerous visiting points in Udaipur Rajasthan and the island park - Nehru Garden one more jewel in the scintillating city of Udaipur.

Named after the Indian Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, the park opened for public on 14th November 1967 and since then has been beckoning many tourists.

The surreal boat ride to reach this oval island is amusing itself and the magic increases once you step inside. With lush green gardens and a spectrum of vivid flora and the breath taking view of the glaring Fateh Sagar Lake, it's an absolute eye candy for any visitor. A walk down the flower beds and the solicitous vibe of the staggering lily pond is unmatchable.

We highly recommend you to visit this oval island park if you're planning a trip to the Lakecity.

Visiting Time:  Monday - Sunday  9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: 15- 30 INR per person (for Indian visitors),  60 - 125 INR per person ( for foreign visitors)

How To Reach: Browse through the list of several taxi services in Udaipur Rajasthan to reach to the Fateh Sagar Lake from where you can take a boat ride to reach the Nehru Garden.

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Perched up high above on a hilltop, the fort of Chittorgarh is an epitome of Rajputi strength and valor. Echoing off the Rajputi gallant and luxury of the bygone era, the fort is also associated with the infamous Jauhar of Rani Padmini.  But apart from this, there are several other fascinating facts that might ignite up the curious traveler in you.

•    The Largest Fort In India In Terms Of Area

Comprising of 65 historic built structures including 4 palaces, 19 significant temples, 4 memorials and several water bodies, the fort of Chittorgarh is the largest fort in India area wise. Located on top of a rock-strewn plateau, it has 305 hectares of a component site, with a buffer zone of 427 hectares. This grand citadel of glory is approximately 2km in length and is 155 m wide.

•    Constructed By A Mauryan Ruler

Built in the 7th century AD by the Mauryans, the fort gets its name from the Mauryan ruler, Chitrangda Mori.

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August 2018 – If you can’t make it in June or July, join us in August while we set up camp at Dzukou Valley.  The festival will be a ten-day long affair with music and dance, food and rice beer set under the clear skies of the valley.

We have short photography tours of the region along with nature walks to explore every inch of the valley.

Never been to Dzukou Valley? See this short clip. 

Join us for a night, two nights or more while we set up shop up in Dzukou Valley.
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Government of India should look at replicating this model in the country – World Animal Protection

30 May 2018: Happy Elephant Care Valley, in Chiang Mai, Thailand is about to embark on a landmark agreement to transition to become a truly elephant-friendly venue. This move will end all contact between tourists and elephants at the camp, to meet the growing demand for responsible elephant experiences.

The transformation of the venue is pioneered by World Animal Protection as part of a coalition of leaders in the travel industry, including TUI Group, The Travel Corporation, Intrepid Group, G Adventures, EXO Travel, Thomas Cook Group, and others.

Elephants in many venues across Thailand still offer rides that are the result of elephants suffering a cruel and intensive training process.  A 2017 KANTAR global study showed the number of people who find elephant riding acceptable has dropped by 9% (from 53% to 44%) in just three years. The research also showed that eight out of ten (80%) of tourists would prefer to see elephants in their natural environment, proving elephant-friendly tourism is on the rise.

In India there are around 3000 elephants in captivity and are being used for entertainment purposes such as rides at Amer Fort in Jaipur. Elephants are wild animals and not for our entertainment.

“Happy Elephant Care Valley is a ground breaking development for both elephants and tourists. It will be a very real example of an attraction where tourists can see elephants behaving naturally and freely as part of a herd. It will demonstrate that elephant-friendly experiences are possible, without forcing cruel interactions with people. We hope it paves the way for creation of similar facilities in India and brings about a change in the attitude of tour operators and tourist demand for elephant rides. This is replicable and doable in our country and we urge the Indian government to engage other stakeholders to come up with a sustainable solution like this and help protect elephants from abuse,” said Gajender K Sharma, India Country Director at World Animal Protection.

The elephants at Happy Elephant Care Valley were previously from farms and riding camps, and until recently it was possible for close interaction between tourists and the elephants, being able to ride, bathe and feed elephants at the venue. This stopped when the travel industry coalition presented a business case demonstrating the rise of elephant-friendly tourism. The transition will see the elephants free to behave as they would in the wild; free to roam the valley, bathing in mud, dust, water or grazing as tourists experience the wonder, standing at a safe distance.

Steve McIvor, CEO at World Animal Protection, said:

“With the support of the world’s leading travel companies, this agreement is a significant milestone for World Animal Protection. It will show that high welfare venues for elephants can be commercially viable for elephant camp owners - encouraging them to value and care for their animals.”