9 Fantastic Wildlife Getaways From Delhi To Take A Breather & Break The Monotony Of Life

One of the best ways to break away from routine and to witness nature at its best is to go on a wildlife adventure. The good news is that there are many wonderful wildlife parks that are not very far from Delhi. Here's a list of some of the best wildlife breaks from Delhi that you should watch out for your next vacation!

1. Jim Corbett National Park

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Located on the foothills of the Himalayas, the Park is known for its luscious greenery and wide variety of flora and fauna. One thing that it's most famous for is tigers! Tourists from all over the world come here to catch a glimpse of this majestic species. A safari of this park will also bring you face to face with leopards, elephants, sambars, chinkaras, and deers. For bird watchers this place is an absolute paradise because it is home to 585 kinds of birds. 

Where | Jim Corbett National Park - Nainital District, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand
Distance From Delhi | 223 Kms

2. Sariska Tiger Reserve

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Sariska in Rajasthan is home to majestic tigers. The terrain of Sariska is covered with thick forests, valleys and hillocks of the Aravalli Mountains, along with numerous water bodies. Apart from tigers, Sariska has a rich population of langur, nilgai, and birds. The best thing about Sariska is that besides wildlife it also has great heritage like the famous Bhangarh and Pratapgarh Fort. 

Where | Sariska Tiger Reserve - Subhash Chowk Station Road Malakhera, Alwar, Rajasthan
Distance From Delhi | 198 Km

3. Keoladeo National Park 

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We really owe it to Prince Bhamji of Morvi (Gujarat) for giving us Bharatpur because it was his idea to convert this place into a wildlife reserve. Keep a pair of binoculars handy and you may just sight the Siberian Cranes, Coot Snipes, Flamingo, Rosy Pelican, and Red Crested Pochard. Besides birds, the place is home to Black Bucks, Monitor Lizards, Jackals, Pythons, and Sambhars. It also has many forts, museums, and palaces. Do visit the Lohagarh Fort and the Government Museum. 

Where | Keoladeo National Park - Agra - Jaipur Highway, Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Distance From Delhi | 205 Kms 

4. Ranthambore National Park

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It is amazing how one place can have it all - from wildlife, hills, beautiful water bodies (ravines, lakes, and ponds), rugged terrain, and ruins of historical monuments is what Ranthambhore has to offer. If you are lucky enough, you can catch a glimpse of the majestic Bengal Tiger in their natural habitat. Since the place was ruled by the Yadavas during the 8th century and later by the Chauhans and Mughals, Ranthambore has many historical monuments too like the Jogi Mahal and the Ranthambore Fort. It is approx 420 kms away from Delhi.

Where | Ranthambore National Park - Rajasthan
Distance From Delhi | 407 Kms

5. Bandhavgarh National Park

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Located in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh National Park is home to the majestic tiger and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Its rich forest combined with Son River and Johilla River on the eastern side and Umrar River on the western side makes it a fertile ground for many species of animals (bison, langurs, chitals, and sambars). There are many ancient caves in this park that you must visit. Besides this, you must also visit the Bandhavgarh Fort. The place is approx 740 kms away from Delhi.

Where | Bandhavgarh National Park - Bandhavgarh, Tala, Madhya Pradesh
Distance From Delhi | 880 Km

6. Dudhwa National Park

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Located on the Indo-Nepal border, Dudhwa National Park represents the remaining buffers of our diverse ecosystem. It’s also a part of Project Tiger. Initially set up in 1958, it was a sanctuary for swamp deers but in 1977 it was notified as a tiger reserve. The variety of fauna in this region is the reason why it should be on your list.

Where | Dudhwa National Park - State Highway 90, Near Bikram Ban Farms, Palia Kalan, Uttar Pradesh
Distance From Delhi | 439 Kms 

7. Rajaji National Park

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The immense population of tigers at this national park is what they boast about. Located in the Shivalik Range, Rajaji has a vast variety of not only elephants but also tigers, leopards, striped hyenas etc. It’s also a habitat to several species of snakes. You might wanna pack your bags right away as this place is just 5.5 hours away.

Where | Rajaji National Park - 5/1, Ansari Road, Mohand Range, Dehradun
Distance From Delhi | 230 Kms 

8. Sultanpur National Park

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If you’re too lazy to plan a trip then, we also have a solution for you! Sultanpur National Park is located in Gurgaon. This park is a haven for bird watchers. You’ll get to see many home birds like Kingfishers & Spoonbills but also migratory birds like Siberian Crane & Flamingos. Take along your cameras for a photography session ‘cause you’ll have a hard time keeping it down.

Where | Sultanpur National Park -  Gurgaon Farukh Nagar Road, Sultanpur, Gurugram
Distance From Delhi | 40.5 Kms

9. Panna National Park

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Considered as a mini version of Bandhavgarh National Park, Panna National Park is a tiger reserve and you can easily spot tigers here, thanks to the tremendous efforts of the forest department there. There are also multiple resorts at competent prices that you can choose from, so head over with your backpacks ad

Where | Panna National Park - NH 75, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
Distance From Delhi | 746 Kms

It’s time to break the monotony of your 9-5 routine and plan that much-needed break!