6 Best Jungle Safaris At Driving Distance From Delhi

Now that the weather is gonna start getting colder, we can finally look for someplace other than the mountains and hill stations to tour on our weekends. That takes us to explore the world of the wild, for where else can we experience nature so raw? So, gather up your friend group or your family, and check out this list of some travel safaris that are at a driving distance from Delhi that is perfect for a weekend getaway! Ride a jungle on a jeep, and spend the night in an eco-lodge amidst the forest! Does that arouse your adrenaline already?

1. Keoladeo National Park

Keoladeo National Park was previously known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Does it sound familiar now? Keoladeo National Park is in Bharatpur, Rajasthan. Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Keoladeo is one of the most captivating and important breeding and feeding grounds. It is home to several exotic birds, and this ‘bird paradise’ and the green oasis was formerly a duck hunting reserve for maharajas. Plan your trip soon, people!

Distance From Delhi | 228 Kms (4 Hours 33 Mins Approx)

2. Jhalana Safari Park

If you wanna sight a majestic big cat that has spotted black markings (a leopard, y’all!), it’s not too far away from the city, guys! Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Jhalana Leopard Reserve Or Jhalana Safari Park is a popular place to spot the otherwise shy cats that are the apex predator here! But, you can also spot other wild animals like hyenas, desert foxes, golden jackals, chital, Indian palm civet, and a huge number of birds.

Distance From Delhi | 272 Kms (5 Hours 30 Mins Approx)

3. Rajaji National Park

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Rajaji National Park or Rajaji Tiger Reserve is the 2nd tiger reserve of Uttarakhand after the Corbett National Park. Its location in the Himalayan Foothills, near Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun, makes it abundant in eye-popping views and scenic surroundings, bubbling with rivers, green grasslands, and of course, rich in biodiversity. The charming national park is most known for its elephant population but also houses leopards, tigers, Cheetal, Nilgai, Barking Deer, and more. Ready for safari?

Distance From Delhi | 260 Kms (5 Hours Approx)

4. Sariska National Park

Sariska Tiger Reserve is just 200 Km from Delhi, located in Alwar, Rajasthan. Spanning over about 800 km, Sariska Tiger Reserve is bounded by the Aravalli Hills, and contains a mix of mountains, grasslands, deciduous forests, and sharp cliffs and long narrow valleys! Apart from tigers, other animals in the reserve you can catch sight of are Hyena, Leopard, Caracal, Langur, Nilgai, Antelope, and more. Weekend plans sorted, peeps!

Distance From Delhi | 200 Kms (5 Hours Approx)

5. National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary

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National Chambal Sanctuary or the National Chambal Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the critically endangered Gharial - small crocodiles, the red-crowned roof turtle and the endangered Ganges River Dolphin. It’s a huge sanctuary, with its area spanning over 3 states, MP, Rajasthan, and UP. The last bastion for some of the most endangered species, especially the Ghariyals that were almost wiped out in the 1970s, this sanctuary is approximately 300 km from Delhi and is a unique river safari and bird watching experience. Sounds exciting!

Distance From Delhi | 322 Kms (5 Hours 15 Mins Approx)

6. Jim Corbett National Park

Jim Corbett is perhaps the most popular National Parks for us Delhiites, and it’s our first option whenever we’re feeling adventurous and wanna explore the wild and maybe feast our eyes, watching the magnificent, Royal Bengal Tiger. This animal is literally so beautiful, that watching it in the wild will make you giddy to no end! Located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, you can catch some delightful trees and flowers, and also Asian Elephants, Sambar Deer, Chital, Gharial, and more! Get your safari hats and binoculars ready!

Distance From Delhi | 240 Kms (5 Hours 15 Mins Approx)

Are y’all ready for some man vs wildin’? Where are you taking your friends first?