India’s vast and diverse landscapes play host to a dizzying variety of birds, mammals and reptiles. Whichever part of the country you are visiting, guided excursions to the country’s many nature sanctuaries make a wonderful addition to cultural itineraries. Browse these premium wildlife holidays in India to see the full breadth of experiences on offer.

The grasslands and tropical forests of Periyar National Park in Kerala, often visited as part of Indian boating tours, harbour large herds of wild Asian elephants and rare species such as lion-tailed macaques, Nilgiri langurs and Travancore flying squirrels. Meanwhile, Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place to see Asiatic lions roaming free, and the Chambal Sanctuary is an idyll for birdies.

Ranthambore National Park is a frequent highlight of Indian ecotours – and for good reason. This Rajasthan reserve is one of the likeliest places to spot the beautiful Royal Bengal tiger and also boasts large populations of leopards, sloth bears, chitals (spotted deer), desert foxes, marsh crocodiles and desert lizards to name but a few.

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