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Corbbet National Park, Uttar Pradesh |
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India's most popular wildlife tiger sanctuary, cradled in the foothills of the Himalayas, spreads over an area of 520 sq km. and is 290 km from New Delhi. The magnificent Ramganga River flows through the entire length of the Park. Corbett has the highest density of tiger in India. Other animals include the leopard, elephant, bear, sambhar. Basking along the banks of the Ramganga one finds the slender snouted gharial and the marsh crocodile. The river is rich in the magnificent mahaseer though angling is not permitted inside the National Park. There are watch towers, elephant safaris and jeep safaris for wildlife viewing.
Accommodation: Luxurious private resorts outside the reserve: Corbett Hideaway, Corbett Riverside Resort, Infinity Resort - Offering exclusive air conditioned huts / rooms and a host of facilities - swimming pool, bar, safaris, conference room, multicuisine restaurant. |
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Location: 295 km from Delhi.
Route: Delhi - Hapur - Gajraula - Moradabad -
Kashipur - Ramnagar - Corbett.
Rail: Ramnagar (51 km).
Air: Pantnagar (110 km).
Nearby Hill Stations: Nainital (128 km), Ranikhet (103 km).
Best time to visit: Nov-May.
The main Park (Dhikala) is closed from mid June to mid Nov. |
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RANTHAMBHORE (Rajasthan) |
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Ranthambhore is famous for
its tigers. The majestic predators roam here freely and can be seen at close quarters,
hunting and taking care of their young. It covers an area of 392 sq km and is set between
the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges, comprising of dry deciduous forest. The terrain is rugged
and there are rocky ridges, hills and open valleys with lakes and pools. A system of three
pretty artificial lakes besides enhancing the beauty of the park, offers a very good
opportunity of viewing wildlife congregating to drink water and crocodiles basking in the
sun. Ranthambhore has large numbers of sambar, chital, and nilgai. Safaris are undertaken
here in open jeeps.
Accommodation:
Tiger Den Resort, sprawling over an area of 5 acres on the edge of the Ranthambhore National Park, is nestled among the majestic Aravali Hills, covered with lavish flora and fauna. The resort is barely five minutes drive to the main entrance of the park. Accommodation is very comfortable. A well planned landscaping adds on to the rustic ambiance and enhance the natural beauty. |
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Location:
Best
time to visit: Nov-May. Park
is closed from Jun-Oct.
Nearest Town: Sawai Madhopur.
Rail: Sawai Madhopur (11 km)
Air: Jaipur (145 km). |
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Whitewater River Rafting at ( Near Rishikesh) |
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Experience the family adventure holiday
you always wanted to take. Rafting with the most experienced and organized river runners
in India, at one of the beach camps on the Ganges, an hour ahead of Rishikesh. Many experienced river runners have set up beach camps at Shivpuri and offer a range of
activities starting from whitewater river rafting and kayaking, trekking, bird watching,
beach volleyball, bonfires.
Accommodation: Deluxe tented accommodation in the midst of breathtaking natural beauty and sandy
beaches by the Ganges river surrounded by thick, green woods.
Accommodation: Deluxe tented accommodation in the midst of breathtaking natural beauty and sandy
beaches by the Ganges river surrounded by thick, green woods. |
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Location: 257 kms from Delhi, 28 from Rishikesh.
Route:New Delhi - Meerut - Roorkee - Hardwar -
Rishikesh - Shivpuri.
Nearest Railhead: Hardwar (40 km).
Nearest Airport: Dehradun (Jolly Grant).
Best Time:
February - April; Mid-Sept to
Mid-December. |
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Pushkar - The Tranquil Getaway |
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11 km from Ajmer, on the edge of a small and beautiful lake in eastern Rajasthan, lies the quiet little town of Pushkar. It prides itself on being the site of the only temple of the Hindu God of Creation, Brahma. Its location near Delhi, yet at the heart of Rajasthan, makes Pushkar the perfect destination for travellers to get a taste of the desert besides a sojourn at a very serene pilgrimage centre. A night safari to the desert in the colourfully decked up camel buggies is a most romantic experience. A visit to Pushkar will leave you with memories that will linger a lifetime. |
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Location: 390 Km from Delhi, 140 Km from Jaipur.
Route: Delhi - Jaipur - Ajmer - Pushkar.
7 hours by road from Delhi.
Rail: Ajmer, 11 km from Pushkar.
Air: Jaipur at 140 km from Pushkar.
Nearest Town: Ajmer (11 km).
Places of interest: Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Dargah at
Ajmer, Savitri Temple, Camel Safari. |
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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary |
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Spread over an area of 29 sq. kms, Keoladeo National Park, is one of the best waterfowl habitats in the world. During season about 400 species of exotic birds can be identified here. Rent a bicycle or a rickshaw, a pair of binoculars and get set for the time of your life. Nothing could be as exhilarating as romancing the feathered birds. Enhance your experience by staying in the Palace Hotel, originally the abode of the Princess of Bharatpur.
Accommodation:
The Bagh - A heritage hotel with well furnished rooms.
Laxmi Vilas Palace Hotel - A royal heritage hotel with a lively fusion of traditional rajasthani architecture and the prevalent mughal style has spacious and airy rooms opening out into the inner courtyard with its marble fountain. Well appointed rooms, period decor, antique furniture makes a memorable stay.
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Location: 180 kms. from Delhi.
Route: Delhi - Mathura - Bharatpur.
Rail: Bharatpur (5 km).
Air: Agra (56 km).
Season: October to April.
Facilities of Laxmi Vilas: A/c & air cooled rooms, telephone and TV in rooms, bar,
croquet, indoor games, lush green lawns, multicuisine restaurant, camel/jeep safari,
cultural shows.
Other places of interest: Deeg (32 km), Agra (56 km), Fatehpur
Sikri (22 km). |
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Rishikesh - Discovery to spiritual India |
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At the foot of the Himalayas, overlooking the Rajaji National Park, with the holy Ganges moving through this ancient town, Rishikesh is a haven of peace, spirituality, meditation and the world capital of yoga. It has numerous ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as centers of philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.
Accommodation: Hotel Ganga Kinare: Situated right on the bank of the Ganges and overlooking the Rajaji National Park, it has luxurious rooms all with a view of the Ganga. It also has a private ghat and has daily evening Ganga Aarti. |
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Location: 260 km from Delhi, 24 km from Hardwar.
Route: New Delhi - Meerut - Roorkee - Hardwar -
Rishikesh.
Rail: Hardwar (24 km).
Air: Dehradun (Jolly Grant).
Facilities: Centrally A/c, 24 hrs room service, multicuisine restaurant, wild
life viewing, walk along Ganga, own temple, river side lawns, rafting.
Other places of interest: Haridwar, rafting at Shivpuri, Glass
House. |
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