A New Destination For Leopard Safari In Rajasthan

You might have been a fan of wildlife or must be someone who loves to explore the most off beat places for its specialty that makes it different from others, so here is call for two different places that you might not be aware of for its Leopard Safari. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan is proud to present its Jhalana National Park. One of its kind, it is the very first Leopard Safari park of India which opened it gates for public way back in year 2016. The second destination is Jawai Hills near Sumerpur where the closest city is Jodhpur. This place is not a formal leopard reserve but the uniqueness of the cohabitation of human with leopard as a shared dwelling in Jawai Makes it another best and off beat and best destination for leopard safari. 

Let’s understand in more details about these two destinations for making an informed and thrilling wildlife tour plan. 

Jaipur: The area of Jhalana of Jaipur is situated in the most picturesque geographical location which has abundance of forest cover with dense & tall trees and bushy grassland. The backdrop of Aravali foothills with tropical rainforest gives it an inspiring beauty that makes one remind of walking through some jungle of the Himalayan Region of North India. Currently the leopard population in this area is counted upto 30 and 10 (plus or minus) cubs’ population. 

Apart from the leopards, other wildlife species like Indian Civets, mongoose, Spotted Deer, Jackal, Foxes and Snakes can be easily spotted here. 

In avifauna, Dusky Eagle, Spotted Owl, Indian Pitta and many varieties of owl.

The best time to visit this park is the months of November to May when spotting is leopard is sure and can be enjoyed at its fullest. Interestingly, the park remains open during monsoon season too with slight variation in timings to enjoy the beauty of nature at its fullest. 

Stay in Jaipur comes with ample options starting with 5 star hotels and resorts to budgeted hotels. You can book suitable accommodation as per your convenience and budget. 

Jawai Hills: The Hills of Jawai is a historical site situated near Jodhpur (160 km approx.) and the hills are astoundingly beautiful with picturesque beauty of nature all around.  Some old time lawa flow after cooling down got converted into hill formation which is rich in granite stone type and contributes to the scenic beauty of Jawai. 

The Jawai hills is age old home of leopard who can be spotted easily and are living in complete peace and harmony with human settlements of this area. The best way to enjoy leopard safari in Jawai is to engage a local Rebari (a local community in Jawai) 

Who will guide through the walkways and trekking area for sighting the best shot with leopards. 

The bird watching in Jawai is another attraction loved by many for sighting many migratory and rare birds. 

The best time to visit Jawai is between the winter season that usually starts with November and last till the departure of March. It best to avoid peak summers for wildlife tour if you are not tolerant to scorching heat of upto 40-45 degree. 

The Jawai Nature Stay is the best budgeted yet luxury facility for staying at ease and comfort. This nature stay has cottage rooms and tented accommodation that gives the very authentic feel of staying in jungle enjoying its pureness.