About Ranthambore National Park
Park History and Other Information
Ranthambore National Park, located in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan, is one of India’s most famous tiger reserves. Spanning 1,334 sq. km, the park is known for its high tiger population, ancient Ranthambore Fort, and picturesque lakes like Padam Talao. The dry deciduous forests, rocky hills, and open grasslands make Ranthambore one of the best places in the world to spot the Royal Bengal Tiger.
History
Below is the historical timeline showcasing key events in Ranthambore’s development:
1955
Ranthambore forest was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary.
1973
Chosen as one of the first nine Tiger Reserves under Project Tiger.
1980
Officially declared Ranthambore National Park, covering 282 sq km at the time.
1984
Kela Devi Sanctuary and Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary were added to create a larger Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
1992
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve expanded to 1,334 sq km, strengthening tiger conservation.
2025
Ranthambore’s iconic tigers, Machli, Arrowhead, Siddhi, Riddhi, continue to draw global wildlife enthusiasts.
Best Time to Visit
Winter (October to February)
Pleasant weather and excellent visibility. Ideal for photography and spotting tigers near lakes and sunlit clearings.
Summer (March to June)
Hot but the best season for tiger sightings. Animals frequently visit water bodies like Rajbagh and Padam Talao.
Monsoon (July to September)
The park remains closed for safaris. Forest rejuvenates and becomes lush when it reopens in October.
Best Selling Packages
2 Nights / 3 Days
Ranthambore Weekend Tour
3 Nights / 4 Days
Ranthambore Budget Tour
6 Nights / 7 Days
Ranthambore & Corbett Safari
7 Nights / 8 Days
Ranthambore & Bandhavgarh Safari
FAQs – Ranthambore National Park
Where is Ranthambore National Park located?
In Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, around 180 km from Jaipur.
Why is Ranthambore famous?
For its high tiger density, ancient fort, scenic lakes, and iconic tiger individuals like Machli.
When was Ranthambore declared a national park?
Declared a National Park in 1980 and included in Project Tiger in 1973.
What animals can I see in Ranthambore?
Besides tigers, the park hosts leopards, sloth bears, hyenas, crocodiles, sambar, chital, nilgai, wild boar, and over 250 bird species.
When is the park open for visitors?
Open from October to June; closed during monsoon (July – September).
National Parks Near Ranthambore
Pench National Park
Jim Corbett National Park
Kanha National Park
Bandhavgarh National Park