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India’s first Night Safari to come up in Kukrail Forest Area in Lucknow

India’s 1st night safari: up state government has approved setting up india’s first night safari park at kukrail forest area in lucknow. as part of the project, up govt will also setup a zoological park in around 150 acres. get details here..

Lucknow State cabinet approves shifting of 100 years old popular Lucknow Zoological Park to Kukrail forest area in 150 acres This will also have India's first urban Night Safari in additional 350 acres - 75 acres tiger safari, 75 acres leopard safari & 60 acres bear safari — Sudhir Deshpande🇮🇳 (@Donix2020) August 17, 2022

First Urban Night Safari of India

The 1st Urban Night Safari Project of India is being developed along the lines of the one present in Singapore. Speaking about the project, UP Minister of Tourism and Culture Jaiveer Singh said that as part of the Night Safari project “Train and jeep rides with local guides will also be provided” to the tourists. As part of Lucknow’s Night Safari Project, the government plans to create a separateLeopard safari on 75 acres of land, a Bear safari on 60 acres area and a Tiger safari on 75 acres. Unlike the zoo, where animals are kept caged, these safaris would allow them to roam free as they do in the wild.

Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden to be Shifted to Kukrail Forest

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UP’s ‘Wild’ Card: India's first Urban Night Safari in Lucknow’s Kukrail to be Ready by End of 2023

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Last Updated: May 24, 2023, 08:00 IST

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath expressed gratitude towards PM Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Forest, environment and climate change Bhupendra Yadav for the approval. (PTI)

India’s first urban night safari would be similar to the world's first nocturnal zoo located in Singapore's Mandai. “Visitors can enjoy train and jeep rides with local guides. There would be separate leopard, bear and tiger safaris,” a forester said

If all goes as per plan, India’s first urban night safari and Uttar Pradesh government’s ambitious Kukrail zoo and night safari will be completed by the end of 2023.

Kukrail zoo and night safari, which is coming up on 2,027 hectares of forest area in Lucknow, is part of the state government’s projects to boost eco-tourism and ensure wildlife conservation in UP.

Ravi K Singh, district forest officer (DFO), Awadh Division, forest department, UP, said: “The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has recently given approval to the entire Kukrail project, which will be another feather in UP’s cap. The approval was pending for a long time with the CZA.”

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Forest, Environment and Climate Change Bhupendra Yadav for the approval.

The CM said that the UP government is keen on ecotourism and wildlife conservation, which is in line with the PM’s vision.

Officials said that the proposal for Kukrail night safari and zoo was approved by the state cabinet in August 2022. As per the blueprint, the cabinet had approved the transformation of 2,027.4 hectares of forest area in Kukrail into a zoological garden and night safari park.

The CM had also issued the directions to ensure the development of the project in an environment friendly manner.

Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow’s 102-year-old zoo will be shifted to Kukrail. The animals here will also be shifted. A zoo will be built on about 150 acres & a night safari on 350 acres: Vishnu Kant Mishra, Director of the Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden pic.twitter.com/FCgdINeAVr — ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) December 2, 2022

INSPIRED BY SINGAPORE

India’s first urban night safari would be similar to the world’s first nocturnal zoo located in Singapore’s Mandai. Being one of the most popular tourist attractions, the concept of a nocturnal park was first suggested in the 1980s by former executive chairman of Singapore Zoo Dr Ong Swee Law. It was constructed at a cost of $63 million and became operational on May 26, 1994. The night safari, set up on around 35 hectares, currently houses over 900 animals, representing over 100 species, of which 41 per cent are endangered, officials said.

“In the safari, visitors can enjoy train and jeep rides with local guides. Also, there would be separate leopard, bear and tiger safaris,” a forester said.

THE FACILITIES

The project also envisages the establishment of a four-lane approach road to ensure connectivity. Of the total area, 150 acres would be utilised for a zoological garden.

According to the plan, the existing over-100 years old Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden located in the Director General of Police (DGPs) Office, Lucknow, would also be shifted to the Kukrail zoo. After being shifted, the zoo will be transformed into a modern open-air nocturnal zoo.

Officials said the government also plans to develop a modern theme park for tourists with amusement and adventure sport facilities such as canopy walk, camping activity, mountain bike track, wall climbing, tree-top restaurant, nature trail and food court.

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Lucknow Now Offers India’s First Night Safari At Kukrail Forest Area

Adventure junkies! Gear up for the ultimate adventure in the wild at India’s first night safari in Lucknow. In a bid to boost eco-tourism,  and create employment opportunities for the local community, Kukrail Forest Area has launched a night safari. So, this would mean going on a jungle trail to spot wild animals in their habitat at nature’s best. Read on to know more.

Lucknow’s Kukrail Forest Area Offers Night Safari

Kukrail Forest Area in Lucknow will develop the night safari on the lines of Singapore’s night safari. Apart from the night safari, a biodiversity park will also come up. A zoological park will be developed in around 150 acres of the forest’s unused region. Visitors can go on an adventurous night safari across 350 acres without disturbing the forest blocks.

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What Activities Are Part Of Night Safari?

Meanwhile, if you’re wondering what are the activities in store for the night safari, then let’s fill you in. At Kukrail Night safari, you can go on a mountain bike ride, go wall climbing and even mountaineering. A scenic canopy walk and adventure camping expedition are also on the agenda. Enjoy a wonderful meal at a tree-top restaurant and also enjoy snacks at the food court. If you’ve come here with bae, then go on a nature trail.

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India’s first night safari to come up in Lucknow

India’s first nocturnal zoo will be set up in Kukrail forest area as the Yogi Adityanath government has decided to set up a night safari and biodiversity park on the lines of Singapore in the state capital.  There are 13 day safaris in the country but no night safari.

The decision was taken in the cabinet meeting held on Tuesday at Lok Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Minister of Tourism and Culture Jaiveer Singh said the night safari would be developed in 350 acres in the Kukrail forest area, spread over 2027.46 hectares. The zoological park will be set up in 150 acres.

“Train and jeep rides with local guides will also be provided at the night safaris. Apart from this, facilities like canopy walk, camping activity, mountain bike track, wall climbing, tree-top restaurant, nature trail and food court will also be developed,” the minister said.

Singh said there are plans to make a leopard safari in 75 acres of land, bear safari in 60 acres area and tiger safari in 75 acres. The animals will not be kept in a cage but will roam free as they do in the wild.

“It will be an open-air nocturnal zoo which will be open only at night. A modern theme park will be built for tourists during the day. In setting up the zoological park and night safari, only open areas which are not currently in use will be used without impacting the existing flora and fauna. The Kukrail forest area will be connected to the outside world with four-lane roads so that there is no inconvenience to the tourists,” the tourism minister said.

He said a meeting would be held at the chairmanship of the chief secretary and the process would be decided soon. Kukrail river will be channelised and developed as an attractive riverfront. World-class facilities will be made available to tourists in the zoological garden and night safari, he added.

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Govt to rope in consultant for India’s 1st night safari project

With an estimated cost of rs 16,00 crore, the project got the state cabinet's approval in april last year after the government decided to shift the existing zoo from the heart of the city to a larger area..

Having received clearance from the Central Zoo Authority for the country’s first night safari besides a zoological garden in the Kukrail forest reserve near Lucknow, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to start the process of hiring a consultant to prepare the detailed project report (DPR) for the project.

With an estimated cost of Rs 16,00 crore, the project got the state cabinet’s approval in April last year after the government decided to shift the existing zoo from the heart of the city to a larger area.

Of the 5,009 hectares of land the Kukrail reserve is spread over, the proposed park will come up on nearly 150 acres and the night safari on 350 acres.

The government’s objective is to complete the project by year-end without disturbing the existing forest cover as well as the crocodile breeding and turtle research centres much.

Manoj Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Uttar Pradesh Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, said, “We have got the approval from the Central Zoo Authority and are going to speed up the project. The consultant will prepare a DPR on the basis of which a tender would be floated for developing the project.”

As how the project would be developed, Singh said while further planning would be based on the consultant’s report the government is planning to develop it on EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) mode.

Also, the project is likely to have a four-lane road surrounding separate tiger, leopard and bear safaris spread over 75, 75 and 60 acres each.

The idea is to develop the project into an eco-tourism spot with various facilities in a bid to attract tourists and boost the local economy. The consultant is also likely to draw a plan for eco-tourism activities like camping, forest walk and rock climbing etc, it is learnt.

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India To Get Its First Night Safari in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh And It Is Indeed An Elaborate Affair!

Isn’t it exciting that you would no longer have to visit other countries to enjoy a night safari and will just have to concentrate on planning the trip within India!!!

Recently on 16th August 2022 (Tuesday), in the Uttar Pradesh (UP) cabinet meeting, presided by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the proposal to set up the night safari and shift the current Lucknow Zoo, was approved.

Necessary permissions pertaining to the rules and guidelines of the International Advisory and Central Zoo Authority, New Delhi would soon be procured along with preparation of the master plan, master layout and selection of the agency that is going to execute the plan.

The proposal was initially put forth in 2012 and finally passed by the UP cabinet in August 2013 for the night safari project to be developed in Greater Noida area, near Gautam Budh University (GBU) campus. Unfortunately, although the project was conceptualized in 2012, it was supposed to be developed by 2017, but the UP government was only successful in getting the paperwork completed between 2012 and 2017. As a result, the Night Safari Project was scrapped by Greater Noida Authority to accommodate a “Film City” project on 550 acres of land that was earmarked for Night Safari Project.

Current Update

The Night Safari Project would be developed on the lines of how Singapore had set up its Night Safari. A bio-diversity park and world-class night safari would be established in the Kukrail Forest Area in Lucknow district. Under this scheme, a zoological park would be arranged in around 150 acres of open accessible unused forest land and the designated night safari in 350 acres without causing any disturbance to the eastern and western forest blocks of 2,027 hectares. And the good news is that the new zoological garden would be replacing the existing one in Lucknow – confirmed by Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh.

About The Safari And Zoological Park

With 13 day-safaris present across the country, this will be the First Night Safari in India that will be developed on the tunes of world’s first night safari at Singapore. At present the century-old Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden in Lucknow which is popularly known as Lucknow Zoo, is situated in a densely populated area called Narhi that is 12kms away from Kukrail Forest area which will eventually be shifted to Kukrail forest area. The intention behind moving the zoo from Narhi to Kukrail forest is to decongest the overcrowding of Narhi area because of the presence of a zoo.

75 acres in Kukrail would be dedicated to leopard and tiger each and 60 acres for wild bear and the wild animals would be kept in cattle grid under the starry sky, instead of cages with!! An open-air nocturnal zoo that would be accessible only in the night! But no need to get disappointed for tourists visiting during daytime – there would a theme park that would keep you entertained and occupied.

For the night safari and the zoo project, the open and unused area of Kukrail range is going to be utilized to ensure no impact on the existing flora and fauna. There are talks of channelizing the Kukrail river flowing through the forest and developing it into an attractive river front.

Activities That Will Be Offered At The Safari

Besides the availability of both train and jeep with local guides that will be provided for night safari, lots of activities would be offered to the tourist visiting the zoological garden. Construction of four-lane roads are on the agenda to make it convenient for the visitors to reach Kukrail Night safari.

Few of the adventure activities that are going to be offered at the forest area are listed below:

• Mountain bike track

• Wall climbing

• Canopy walk

• Mountaineering

• Tree-top restaurant

• Nature trail

• Food court

Reason For Setting Up The Night Safari and Shifting The Zoo

The development of the night safari project is primarily to boost eco-tourism in this area and also to create job opportunities for the local community. And as mentioned above the goal behind moving the zoo is to declutter the area of Narhi.

The prospect of the First Night Safari in India is thrilling!! With travel industry finally opening up after a lull of two years, its time to bring in state government's A-game to attract more tourists offering them unique experiences that were otherwise provided outside India. Now, it’s no more flying abroad but a matter of time until the Night Safari opens in Lucknow.

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Efforts On To Start UP's First Night Safari In Lucknow: Yogi Adityanath

The chief minister further said that the government is also sensitive about the conservation of aquatic life and the namami gange project is helping a lot in this..

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that the process of starting the state's first night safari in Lucknow is being expedited.

"It will promote eco-tourism, including a sense of respect for wildlife, along with providing entertainment," said Yogi Adityanath.

Chief Minister Yogi also said, "The government has already announced creation of a Tiger Reserve at Ranipur in Chitrakoot where Lord Rama spent most of his time in exile while proposals related to eco-tourism have been approved in Bijnor and Ramnagar. Besides, the government is setting up rescue centres for wildlife at places like Maharajganj, Meerut, Chitrakoot, Pilibhit etc."

The Chief Minister further said that the government is also sensitive about the conservation of aquatic life and the Namami Gange project is helping a lot in this. The Chief Minister said that earlier 14 crore litres of sewer used to be released into Ganga river in Sisamau of Kanpur every day, whereas now not even a drop falls due to the Namami Gange project.

"Now the place where the sewer fell has become a selfie point. Similarly, due to the discharge of leather industry waste in Jajmau, aquatic creatures had become almost extinct. However, now a large number of aquatic creatures have started appearing in the river," Yogi also said.

Speaking about dolphins in Ganga, the Chief Minister said that the government has selected the area of Nishadraj, a dear friend of Lord Shri Ram, for its conservation. The Chief Minister said that now dolphins have started appearing in Ganga in Kashi too, assuring of all possible steps for the conservation of dolphins.

He also directed the Forest Department to set up a separate cadre of veterinary officers for the treatment and protection of wildlife. Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Forest, Environment, Zoological Park and Climate Change Department, Dr Arun Kumar Saxena and Gorakhpur MP Ravikishan were also present on the occasion. Saxena said that the government would soon start the facility of jungle safari in Sogibarwa of Maharajganj.

Earlier on March 27, 2021, Chief Minister Yogi inaugurated the Gorakhpur Zoo.

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Top 5 Places For Proposed Night Safari in India

Currently Night Safari is Not Available anywhere in India . Greater Noida Night Safari park in Uttar Pradesh will the India’s first night wildlife safari park, followed by Gorewada Zoo Night Safari at Nagpur.

We came up with proposed parks who are about to launch night safari only in the buffer zone of the parks such as Special Night Safari to Jhinna Camp at Panna National Park,Night Safari in Kanha National Park and Night Safari in Ranthambore National Park buffer zones.

Greater Noida Night Safari, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida Night Safari park is a proposed 102-heactare land project with world-class night safari with closed environment. The project will be the first Night Safari in India and second in Asia after Singapore.

Gorewada Zoo Night Safari, Maharashtra

Gorewada Lake and Zoo of Nagpur will host one of the India’s first night safari. The Gorewada Zoo is one of the largest captive Zoo Safari in India and the park various wild animals including African Safari.

Night Safari in Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Pench National park is known for its beautiful forests, rafting and home of The Jungle Book. The Mowgli land is opens for night safari in buffer zone of the reserve in Paoni and Nagalwadi to boost ecotourism.

Night Safari in Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

After Satpura and Pench national parks, Kanha national park is also planning to start Night Safaris in the buffer zone. Kanha National Park is the largest National Park in Central India and has a surrounding buffer zone of 1,067 km2.

Night Safari in Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

The Forest Department of Rajasthan is planning to start Night Safari in Ranthambore National Park along with its currently morning and evening game drives. Night Safari in Ranthambore National Park will a small drive in the buffer zone of the park.

– List of Nocturnal Animals Found in India

Indian wildlife is full of amazing and unique species of wild animals, some of the majestic creatures are only hunt during the night.

• Striped Hyenas
• Indian Lion
• Indian Bison
• Indian Muntjac
• Indian Leopard
• Indian Jackal
• Purple Frog
• Indian Flying Fox
• Honey Badger
• Large Indian Civet

Nocturnality behavior of wild animals are known as nocturnal when they active during the night and sleeping during the day. Nocturnal creatures have high senses of adapted eyesight, hearing and smell, The most known creatures to be nocturnal include Hyenas,big cats, snakes,Tarantula and owls.

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6 Best Places For Night Safaris in India That You Should Try

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No matter what kind of traveller you are, India is a destination that promises everything to satisfy your wanderer soul. Whether you are a nature lover, adventure seeker, foodie, history buff, devotee or wildlife enthusiast, there are plenty of amazing places in the country where you can enjoy memorable vacations. And when it comes to wildlife, India has some of the best national parks , wildlife sanctuaries, tiger reserves and bird sanctuaries for you to explore.

While most national parks and sanctuaries in India conduct safaris during daylight hours, some allow night safaris as well. The thrill of exploring dense forests in the dark is a whole new level of fun altogether. From the distant growl of tigers and other beasts and the chirp of crickets to the flutter of bats and owls and twinkle of fireflies, you can experience so much at night. So, if you are a wildlife enthusiast who is keen to explore forests post sunset, night safaris in the following national parks will leave you awestruck.

1. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh | #1 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Located in Madhya Pradesh, nestled in Maikal Range of Satpuras, Kanha National Park is counted among the best wildlife regions around the world. This national park is spread over an area of 940 sq. km, and its total area, including the buffer and core zones, is 1945 sq. km. Night safaris here are organised in the Mukki buffer zone. If you’re lucky enough, you can spot some wild creatures including tigers and barasinghas roaming around freely in the wild. So, if you are keen to witness the wilderness of this national park after the sun goes down, taking a night safari in Kanha National Park is the best option. There are also many camping options in the vicinity.

• Night Safari Timings: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
• Visiting Months: Mid-October to June (November to February recommended)
• Nearest Railway Station: Nainpur Railway Station (51 km)
• Nearest Airport: Jabalpur Airport (130 km)

2. Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh | #2 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Situated in the Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh, Pench National Park is one of the finest places in India for night safaris. It is spread over an area of 758 sq. km and known for its rich flora and fauna including some rare and endangered species.

Both day and night safaris here are quite popular among wildlife buffs. While day safaris are perfect for checking out both flora and fauna, night safaris offer spotting of wild boar, Bengal tigers, Indian wolf, hyena and wild dogs. You can also spot wood owls and other nocturnal creatures once the sun goes down. Pench National Park conducts night safaris in the Tikadi buffer zone which lies near the Khawasa buffer and Karmajhiri Gate.

• Night Safari Timings: 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
• Visiting Months: Mid-October to June
• Nearest Railway Station: Ramtek Railway Station (37 km)
• Nearest Airport: Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur (103 km)

3. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh | #3 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Bandhavgarh National Park, also known as Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, is yet another popular option for wildlife enthusiasts visiting Madhya Pradesh. Situated in the Umaria district of the state, this national park is known for housing a huge population of tigers and regarded as one of the best places for tiger tours in the India . Don’t be surprised if you see tigers walking majestically near your vehicle during the safari!

This nature reserve national park, which is home to around 37 species of mammals, 250 species of birds, 80 species of butterflies and many reptiles, is a delight for wildlife lovers. The terrain is also quite amazing with open meadows, steep ridges, grasslands and bamboo, Sal and other forests, all supporting the rich wildlife here. Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the few national parks in India that conducts both day and night safaris for visitors. So, apart from enjoying jeep and elephant safaris during the daytime, you can experience the beauty of the place post-sunset as well. As it gets dark, the sound of crickets and the glow of fireflies create a wonderful setting. Also, remember to keep an eye out for animals hiding behind trees and bushes at night. The national park conducts night safaris in Parisi and Pachpedi zones.

• Night Safari Timings: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
• Visiting Months: Mid-October to June (April to May recommended)
• Nearest Railway Station: Umaria (33 km)
• Nearest Airport: Jabalpur Airport (160 km)

4. Tadoba-Andhari National Park, Maharashtra

Tadoba-Andhari National Park, Maharashtra | #4 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Tadoba-Andhari National Park, also known as Tadoba National Park, is among the best tiger reserves in India. The national park is in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra and covers an area of 1727 sq. km. It is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in India and known for sheltering over 80 tigers and many other animals, birds and reptiles in its southern tropical dry deciduous forests.

Tadoba-Andhari National Park is home to around 190 species of birds, 70 species of butterflies and some reptiles, such as snakes and lizards. Dense forests, lush meadows, deep valleys and hillocks add to the beauty of this national park, making wildlife safaris here a surreal experience. Safaris post sunset are quite amazing when you can see some animals returning to their dens and nocturnal species coming out in the wild. The serenity of the forests and the thrill of spotting wildlife in the dark make night safaris a unique and wonderful experience here.

• Night Safari Timings: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Visiting Months: Mid-October to June (April to May recommended); closed on Tuesdays
• Nearest Railway Station: Chandrapur (35 km)
• Nearest Airport: Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur (133 km)

5. Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh | #5 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Satpura National Park or Satpura Tiger Reserve is one of the most diverse and beautiful national parks in Madhya Pradesh. Situated in the Hoshangabad district of the state, the tiger reserve has an exciting terrain with narrow gauges, ravines, sandstone peaks and dense forests. It is interesting to note that the altitude of Satpura National Park varies from 300 metres to 3252 metres.

Boasting rich biodiversity, Satpura National Park houses different species of animals, birds, reptiles and plants, including some endangered ones. Some rare and endangered species that can be spotted here during wildlife safaris are the Rhesus monkey, giant squirrel, flying squirrel and leaf-nosed bat, among others. And since Satpura National Park organises day as well as night safaris, you can go for both and make the most of your trip. Night safaris are conducted post-sunset in the Parsapani and Sehera buffer zones.

• Night Safari Timings: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
• Visiting Months: October to June
• Nearest Railway Stations: Sohagpur (20 km), Piparia (40 km), Itarsi (70 km), Hoshangabad (70 km)
• Nearest Airport: Raja Bhoj International Airport, Bhopal (200 km)

6. Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh | #6 to 6 Best Places for Night Safaris in India

Panna National Park, the fifth tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh, is another popular attraction among wildlife lovers and birdwatchers. This national park lies in the Panna and Chhatarpur districts of the state and is spread over an area of 543 sq. km. It is home to some of the biggest predators, including tigers, gharials and vultures. Seven out of nine vulture species in India are found in Panna National Park.

Apart from dry deciduous forests, Panna National Park is known for its extensive plateaus and gorges, riverine, open grasslands, thorny woodlands, waterfall and natural beauty. When it comes to fauna, this protected area houses many mammals, reptiles and around 200 species of avifauna. If you plan to visit this place, you can opt for jeep safaris for a thrilling and memorable experience. The jungle safari here takes you through dense forests and across undulating terrains, which helps you spot different types of plants and animals that are not visible otherwise. Panna National Park offers night safaris for enthusiasts in two buffer zones named Jinna and Akola. Forest guides use special night vision camera traps to help visitors spot desert cats, fishing cats and other animals that are active at night.

• Night Safari Timings: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (timings are subject to change)
• Nearest Railway Station: Khajuraho (95 km)
• Nearest Airport: Khajuraho Airport (98 km)

Although heart-pounding at times, night safaris are truly amazing. It is quite fascinating to watch the evening habits of certain wild animals and nocturnal creatures up close, things you cannot experience in broad daylight. And if you are worried about the safety part, don’t be, as the routes for night safaris are decided by the state and local authorities, keeping the safety of both visitors and animals in mind. So, gear up for something unique and exciting on your next vacation, by signing up for a night safari.

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Night Safari in India – A Thrilling Experience

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Night safari in India is a thrilling experience, Especially when you are inside a Tiger National Park. Only a few Tiger National Parks like Bandhavgarh , Kanha, Pench and Tadoba offer Night Safari in India.

Below is my experience on night safari in Bandhavgarh National Park (other park mentioned will be similar).

Night is when the forest comes alive and most animals are active especially the predators. The human mind plays its own role in darkness especially for city dwellers who have never felt pitch dark. Every movement in the forest is a thrill. The experience cannot be described and can only be felt.  Even inside the vehicle you see the forest differently than during the day. A small movement in the bush can suddenly surprise and make you thrilled.

Night Safari in these parks are only in the buffer zones and not inside core area of the park. Dont be discouraged by buffer zones as these are the same adjacent forest around the core areas. Tigers and other animals have no such division of the park. They move around the core and buffer and some tigers even have their territories spreading across both core and buffer. For tigers buffer areas are special as they have cattle in them and for some tigers these have become hunting grounds. In Bandhavgarh especially many of the tourist area tigers venture in buffer or nearby villages. So there is a very high chance to find a tiger during a night safari.

Nights safaris in India is after the Evening safari ends and usually from 19:00 to 22:00 in Bandhavgarh National Park. Other parks may have similar timings.

Safari Vehicle

Night Safari uses the same open 4×4 vehicle called Gypsy and with same Drivers and Guides of the park.

Below is a video taken on Night Safari in India in Bandhavgarh with an IPhone in the vehicles light. Not a great one, but it gives a idea of whats possible.

Wildlife Expected

Most people try to find Tigers on a night safari which is expected. However sometimes we also find Leopard, Sloth Bear and other wildlife. On the trails we usually see nocturnal animals and birds like nightjars flying and black naped hares jumping around. An occasional civet cat or jungle cat is possible. You can definitely hear owls however sightings are difficult.

I have always imagined a pangolin, porcupine or hyena, however they are not found that easily.

Photography

Photography is not the main purpose of these safaris. However no photographer should venture without a camera in the forest, as you never know what rarity you might see.

Flash photography is not permitted, so your only option is carry a large aperture lens with high ISO camera and shoot in the light of the vehicle. Carry a camera and lens (something like 70-200 2.8 would be nice)

I tried shooting with a 50mm 1.8 lens and mobile.

Advance booking is possible similar to regular safari permits. Book the permit in advance especially during peak season as they can be sold out.

What to carry & Wear

As you are inside the vehicle there is no need for any special preparations. A few things like camera, a small flash light, although you are not suppose to point them at the animals. Wear clothes that are silent and dont make noise. Dress appropriately for the weather, as nights in the forest can be cold.

Carry water if you get thirsty but don’t drink too much. Use the toilet before entering the park as there is no stops or breaks. It goes without saying don’t get out of the vehicle.

Follow the rules and guidelines of the accompanying forest guide and driver.

Night safari is a truly unforgettable experience even for regular day time park visitors regardless of what is sighted or not. To experience the forest sounds and sights in the dark is totally exciting.

If you are lucky you see something rare or a Tiger or even a Leopard in their elements.

These will be memories that will last a lifetime.

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Man started living in a jungle, domesticating his way through life, only to make the modern cities a jungle. If you are the rare breed who would rather leave the city behind and live in the jungles again, a trip through the wildlife India has to offer might be the closest you get to that dream! Here’s taking a look at some of the best wildlife safaris in India.

1. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

Spanning over 1,334 square kilometers, the Ranthambore National Park is a royal home to predators not short of royalty themselves – tigers. Being the main attraction, tigers capture the interest of wildlife photographers.  While you enjoy a safari in Ranthambore , the wild cats come out to enjoy the warmth of the desert.

Additionally, if you can’t spot these majestic cats, you won’t be disappointed as you will get to see other wildlings like Sloth Bears, Wild Boars, Sambar to name a few.

Best time to visit – October to June while tiger sightings happen between March and May.

2. Hemis National Park, Ladakh

If you’re one who likes the ultimate thrill of the high altitude, chilly winds and animals, the Hemis National Park is your paradise.  Spreading 4400 sq km, the park is home to 16 species of mammals and 73 of birds apart from the snow leopard. 

It is best known for Snow leopards, Tibetan argali sheep, Ibex, Blue sheep, chukhar, snow cocks, golden eagles to name some. As many as 100 endangered snow leopards call this their home.

Best time to visit -  May to September is the best time to visit. In November due to heavy snowfall, the park closes the safari.

3. Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand

Jim Corbett is perhaps one of India’s best known wildlife parks, being Asia’s very first National Park. Residing in this park are the most furious member of the cat family – the Tigers. People from different nations visit Corbett just to get a glimpse of these wild cats. Besides tigers, there are Serow, Goral, Himalayan Tahr among other fascinating wild species.

Best time to visit - Mid-November to June end with tigers best spotted from March to May.

4. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

If you want to see the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers then look no further than the Bandhavgarh National Park. Bandhavgarh is counted among the best places for a wildlife safari in India, presently being a protected environment wherein different wild beings can live and prosper. The tiger population is one of the most densely populated in India. In the past, it also served as  haunting ground for the royals.

Best time to visit -  October to June and tigers are sighted sound March to May.

5. Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary , Gujarat

Located on the western Gujarati peninsula, this park’s rugged scrubland and forests are best explored on a Jeep safari. King o the jungles, the lion makes its fearful presence felt here and this is the o nly place in the world where you can see Asiatic lions. Past from the lions and leopards, the Jackals, striped Hyenas, and India Fox are some of the smaller carnivores found here. Several birds and reptiles also find a home in the forests.

Best time to visit -  December to April; the park closes mid-June through monsoon season in mid-September.

6. Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Spanning across 429.69 square kilometers, the Kaziranga National Park is home to largest population of One Horned Rhinoceros in the world . Being far away from the human inhabitance is perhaps the reason for the flourishing wildlife here. Apart from the rhinos, elephants, bears, panthers and various pretty birds traverse the landscape of the park. Kaziranga is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best time to visit -  November to April is the ideal time to visit.

7. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Popularised by Rudyard Kipling as the Mowgli land, Kanha is the place that inspired the classic – the Jungle Book. The Black Panther, Bears, Pythons, Elephants and even the Bengal Tiger , found their space in the classic. Around 125 tigers dot the scenery of the park and it’s a real treat for book and nature lovers alike!

Best time to visit -  October to mid-June with March to May being ideal to spot the tigers and panthers.

8. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala

This picturesque, 192,000-acre wildlife sanctuary located in the lap of the Western Ghats in Kerela, offers a lush environment for its inhabitants. There are plenty of tigers to see apart from birdwatchers who enjoy the park for its tropical species. One can also boat around the park to see the animals up real close like the elephants.

Best time to visit -  Open throughout the year, September to December is the best time to go here. 

9. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam

A Project Tiger Reserve, UNESCO World Heritage site, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is located at the border of Assam and Bhutan, a four-hour drive from Kaziranga. There are jeep tours and elephant rides across the area as well as raft excursions on the water. It is home to a great variety of wildlife, including many endangered species, such as the tiger, pygmy hog, Indian rhinoceros and Indian elephant.

Best time to visit -  October to April with January to March being peak wildlife spotting time.

10. Sunderbans National Park, West Bengal

Travelling around the mangroves of the Sunderban National Park you will see sights like a tiger swimming in the water, a rarity found nowhere else! The Sundarbans area covers 4624 sq km incorporating a wide variety of birds and reptiles and including the salt-water crocodile. Apart from the Royal Bengal Tiger; Fishing Cats, Leopard Cats, Macaques, Wild Boar, Indian Grey Mongoose are also found in abundance here.

Best time to visit -  October to April

11. Tadoba National Park, Maharashtra

Tadoba is a wonderful place to enjoy wildlife in India, with a lake encircled by forests and hills. The stunning lake is among the main attractions of the place. The wildlife here includes Tigers, Barking Deer, Hyenas, Gaur, Leopards to name some.

Best time to visit -  October to June, tiger spotting happens in March to May.

12. Pench National Park , Madhya Pradesh

Located almost at the border of Madhya Pradesh with Maharashtra, the Pench National Park is a tiger reserve spanning 464 sq kms . The topography supports a mosaic of vegetation ranging from moist, sheltered valleys to open, dry forests. The Nilgai, Leopards, Wild Boars are just some of the fantastic beasts found here.

Best time to visit -  October to June

13. Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Almost every willing you can imagine can be spotted at the Satpura National Park. The rugged terrain along with the dense jungle makes it the perfect habitat for the wild animals to flourish and makes for a challenging safari through the park for the adventure lover in you!

Some of the animals you can spot here are the Spotted Dear, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Black Buck, Sambar, Four Horned Antelopes, Porcupine, Smooth Otter so make sure your camera has plenty of space to capture it all.

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In August 2013, the Uttar Pradesh cabinet has given the go ahead for the proposal to build the Night Safari on a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The Greater Noida Authority is on the way to select an international standard consultant, who will supervise and monitor the country's only Night Safari project's construction. This selection process is expected to be completed in December 2013 and work on the site is expected to begin by April 2014.

The Night Safari is expected to be opened to public by 2017-18.

The project will create environment awareness and offer recreation to residents, besides boosting tourism in Greater Noida. It will be developed on the lines of open zoological gardens in China and Singapore. Unlike traditional nocturnal houses, which reverse the day-night cycle of animals so they will be active by day, the Night Safari will be an entire open-air zoo set in a humid tropical forest that is only open at night. The naturalistic enclosures simulate the animals’ native habitat. Animals would be separated from visitors with natural barriers, rather than caged, similar to the Singapore Zoo’s open concept. A train would course through the project site to take visitors to watch animals housed in the open wilderness in habitats recreated to match their original habitats. Proper arrangement will be made to observe the animals in the night with animal-watching hours proposed to be from 7pm to midnight.

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32 safari lodges and camps in India that are now open

By Shradha Shahani

Does anything say social distancing like being out in the wild with more animals in sight than humans? India's national parks are open once again, with a range of safety protocols in place. From luxury camps and rustic cottages to cosy hotels, here's a round-up of camps and lodges from where you can launch into the wild:

Ranthambore, Rajasthan

The oberoi vanyavilas wildlife resort.

Sprawling across 20 acres, this luxury hotel that borders the Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve offers the best of both worlds--a stay that harks back to the royal palaces of Rajasthan's erstwhile maharajas and a resort that immerses you in the surrounding wilderness. Within the cream arches lie tents with claw-foot tubs, tiger-motif linen and teakwood floors. They are surrounded by private gardens, lakes and fountains that offer a sense of whimsy. Arrive to a grand welcome by elephants before you meet tigers, bears, leopards and more on game drives. The activities outdoors are sure to work up quite an appetite. So, it's great to have a range of options when it comes to food; feast on Rajasthani delicacies or European fare. Doubles from Rs 45,000 per night. Website. 

Nahargarh Ranthambore

Nahargarh, Rathambore, Rajasthan.

Frigid, pre-dawn alarms may feel worthwhile when you wake up at this 16-th century fortress. Each of the 99 rooms exudes opulence, some kitted with four-poster beds and frescoed windows and others with private courtyards and terraces. A spa will relieve you of sore feet, and there are three pools to choose from when you crave some downtime. The amphitheatre is perfect for a night of music song and dance, making it an ideal destination to host a wedding in the wilderness. Doubles from Rs 10,500 per night. Website. 

Aman I Khas

If you've lived like Rajasthan's royalty, Aman I Khas will be a welcome change. The property features 10 white plush Mughal-inspired, pyramid-roofed guest tents with colonial-style leather decor, marble bathtubs and cosy king-size beds. A tent that houses a spa also offers body scrubs, facials and Reiki healings. Enjoy breakfast in guava orchards, borrow a book from the cosy library, explore Ranthambore Fort located close by and enjoy a healthy meal at the restaurant; most of the ingredients on the menu are sourced straight from the property's organic farm. Before you call it a day, enjoy a drink by the camp's private lake. Doubles from Rs88,959. Website .

Sawai Vilas

Muskaan Chandrapota

Arundhati Ail

Make the most of Ranthambore's wildlife without burning a hole in your pocket and without skimping on luxury. Sawai Vilas offers game drives to the national park and bird-watching at the Man Singh sanctuary as part of the stay package. Each of the 60 villas is appointed with plush furniture, Jaipur's hand-block printed furnishings, a sunroof bath and much more. Taste the best of Rajasthan at the restaurant, which offers everything from laal maas to gatte ki sabzi and daal baati churma. Enjoy a night of Rajasthan's traditional folk dance or snuggle by the bonfire. Doubles from Rs14,600, inclusive of safari, a trip to Ranthambore Fort and all meals. Website

Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand

Taj corbett resort & spa, uttarakhand.

Just a two-hour drive from Delhi, the beautiful hotel sits at the foothills of the Himalayas. Sixty-one rooms spread in a cluster of cottages across the 10-acre property. Elephants, tigers, deer, leopards, red foxes and sloth bears are just some of the many animals you will spot on your game drives here. Besides safaris, there's plenty to keep you entertained or relaxed. Lounge by the pool, go on a hike or an overnight camping trip and savour a traditional Kumaoni meal of gahat ke parathe and rasbhat. Children below 10 are currently not allowed to enter the national park, but there's enough to keep them busy--a game of noodle hockey or archery, for instance. Doubles from Rs13,254, inclusive of breakfast and another meal. Website. 

lebua Corbett

Fringed by the Jim Corbett National Park, this hotel has 44 plush villas on offer. They come with garden, mountain and forest views, and a private sit-out to soak it all in. Spend your day spotting tigers, deer, elephants, wild boars and more. Or go mountain biking and horse riding. Return to the hotel for a steam and spa therapy. Relax in the jacuzzi or infinity pool, or catch Uttarakhand's skies switch colours while you sip on a drink at the bar. For dinner, head to the multicuisine restaurant, Azrak, or opt for a romantic meal in the tree-house on your own courtyard. Doubles from Rs8,999, inclusive of breakfast. Website.

Lemon Tree Premier Corbett

Along the banks of the river Koshi, this five-acre resort offers sweeping views of the Shivalik hills and the forests beyond. Although the hotel is located in a reserve, it offers all the luxuries and modern amenities of a big-city hotel. It has a pool, spa, fitness centre, jacuzzi, high-speed Wi-Fi, a games room for children and more. Doubles from Rs8,000, inclusive of breakfast. Website.

Jim's Jungle Retreat

Bordering the Jim Corbett National Park, and nestled between the Shivalik and Himalayan foothills, the resort is made up of 18 cottages. With vintage-style furniture and rich upholstery, the interiors hark back to the Raj era. There are no televisions in the room, but that's not what you came here for anyway! The tiger may be the biggest draw, but you may well spot more birds than big cats here. The curated bird walk claims to show you 10 percent of India's avian population. Back in the lodge, enjoy a spa free of chemicals, borrow a book in the library or sit back and relax by the pool. For meals, expect farm-to-table Kumaoni dishes made with recipes straight from the Nawab's kitchen in Rampur. Doubles from Rs13,500, inclusive of breakfast. Website

Kabini, Karnataka

The bison resort.

Think you can handle the roar of a tiger before you go to bed? Run by conservationist Saad Bin Jung and son Shaaz, an avid wildlifer and photographer himself, The Bison Resort is as close as you can get to Kabini's wildlife. African tents meet hunting lodges that date back to the British Raj at this campsite, with some overlooking the backwaters of Kabini. For a more luxurious experience, opt for the Little Bison. The two exclusive tents offer personal valets, outdoor baths and private bonfires under Kabini's star-studded skies. Feast on breakfast by the backwaters, curl up and watch the sunbathe Kabini's skies in all colours, sip on a drink by the bonfire. Doubles from Rs 17,280, inclusive of meals and a coracle boat ride. Safaris cost an additional Rs1,990.

Kabini River Lodge

The erstwhile hunting lodge of Maharaja of Mysore is nestled in the Nagarhole National Park. The rooms are spartan, with no AC or television, but they ensure you make the most of what you went there for. Spend your day in the company of sambar, spotted deer, gaur, wild boar, sloth bear and more. Nagarhole is open year round, and each season brings unique safari opportunities. During the summer, the watering holes dry up and Asiatic elephants congregate on the riverbanks, while winter is a great time for birdwatching. Doubles from Rs 12,655, inclusive of all meals, jeep safari and forest entry fees. Website.

Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge

Ride in a jeep, boat or coracle to discover Kabini's wildlife at this beautiful resort situated right on the riverbank. The stay takes its inspiration from the local Kadu Kuruba tribe with villas framed in bamboo and thatched roofs. The rustic charm extends indoors with tribal-patterned furnishings, ethnic furniture and paintings. Choose between the safari hut or the pool hut. But the pièce de résistance of this lodge is the exclusive pool reserve villa, with a temperature-controlled pool and a star bed, where you can gaze at Kabini's dazzling skies. What's more, you can enjoy a private candlelight cruise dining experience and or a dinner for two by the Kabini. Doubles from Rs28,588, inclusive of taxes. Website .

Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Karnataka

The serai, bandipur.

This hotel is built to ensure you don't miss out on any of Bandipur's sights and sounds. With wooden and stone-tiled floors and walls, thatched roofs and wood-beam ceilings, The Serai blends in seamlessly with its surroundings. The cabins on stilts boast floor-to-ceiling windows to ensure the outside always finds its way inside, while the private gardens in the front yard allow you to soak in the beauty of the Nilgiris. The sights and sounds extend to the bar and the alfresco dining area by the pool, where you may hear the distant calls of animals or birds. Besides game rides, go mountain biking and trekking, or ride the train to Ooty. Doubles from Rs 14,500, inclusive of breakfast, a nature walk and bonfire night. Website 

The Windflower Resort & Spa

Switch off from the world and your daily routines; there's no cellphone connectivity, Wi-Fi or television here. But there's plenty to admire on your game drives, from tigers and elephants to spotted deer and antelopes. Back in the hotel, opt for a suite, with tall windows, sun-roof showers and a cosy bed or a Jungle Cottage with a private sit-out that opens up to views of the valley. The safaris are sure to work up quite an appetite and tire you out. Lucky for you, the resort offers some delicious Kannada meals and live grill stations with succulent meats. The hotel also organises meals by the pool or the bonfire, where you can bring your safari stories, and the friendly staff will bring the kebabs, roti and warmth. To relieve your aches and pains, there's a plethora of therapies, from hot stone spa treatments to traditional Ayurveda massages. Doubles from Rs9,870. Website. 

Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Baghvan - a taj safari.

About 100km from Nagpur and a five-minute drive from Pench National Park, this luxury hotel keeps you close to the city and closer to the majestic Bengal tigers. Each of the 12 colonial-style bungalows come with a rooftop machhan, indoor and outdoor shower areas and a private sit-out overlooking the woods. When you aren't distracted by Pench's rich wildlife, don't forget to head to the Taj's signature Jiva spa. Doubles from Rs18,899. The hotel also has a two-night package of Rs35,000, which includes a safari drive, the park fees and all meals. Website .

Jamtara Wilderness Camp

Sleep under the comfort of a star-spangled sky. Jamtara has a four-poster machaan that sits in the middle of the forest. While you keep your eyes out for shooting stars and your ears for the call of the wild, a mosquito net protects you at all times. The best part? You will be contributing to the local farmers, as most of the revenue generated from this initiative supports the cause. But if you aren't feeling adventurous, choose from the 10 luxury tents here. When you aren't busy spotting tigers and leopards, unwind in the pool or borrow a book from the library and curl up in your lawn. Until 30 April 2021, the resort is offering a special package of a two-night stay for Rs53,500. This includes one safari, and other activities such as bird-watching, stargazing, a campfire night and cycle rentals. Website

Pench Jungle Camp

About a kilometre away from the Turia Gate of the Pench National Park, this lodge sits amid 50 acres of lush foliage. From safari tents and cottages to suites, there's a room for every need at the resort. Pench Jungle Camp has assembled a team of talented local naturalists to meet the needs of every safari-goer. Outside of game drives, watch the skies switch shades by the Khoka Lake, savour a bush dinner, warm up by the bonfire or enjoy a romantic dinner for two by the pool. Rs16,000 per person for a two night stay, inclusive of all meals, two jungle safari experiences and two-way transfer between Pench and Nagpur. Website

Tadoba National Park, Maharashtra

Svasara jungle lodge.

The pool at Svasara Jungle Lodge.

A stone's throw from Tadoba's Kolara Gate, this 10-acre eco-friendly lodge houses 12 cosy suites. One of the highlights of the resort is its talented team of naturalists that ensure your safari experience is unforgettable. The other is the delicious local Varadi fare served in the alfresco Teak Pavillion. The outdoor pool is the perfect place to unwind after a long day spent in the forest. A pavilion on the front lawns also screens tiger-centric documentaries every once in a while. Doubles from Rs10,500, inclusive of meals. Website 

Bamboo Forest

Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge. Photo: Athul Prasad.

With nine spacious villas and three four-bedroom chalets, Bamboo Forest can accommodate a party of two to a family of eight. The lake-facing rooms set amid bamboo groves come with open-air bathtubs and private gardens overlooking the lake-facing gazebo. The thick bamboo forests have made Tadoba the perfect ground for tigers, leopards, sloth bear, Indian gaurs and many other animals, making it a go-to place for wildlife lovers. Besides safaris, there are several other activities at the resort—stargazing, lakeside dinners, nature walks and birdwatching. Doubles from Rs20,600, inclusive of meals. Website

Tigress@Ghosri

You don't have to go too far to spot the king of the jungle here. The property is home to the waterhole Tiger Taka, which is frequented by a plethora of wild animals that can be spotted from one of the six rooms itself. Four of the rooms are on the main property that lead to a veranda and swimming pool, while two are located in the neem-shaded cottage with a sunny balcony and cosy living room. Enjoy your morning cuppa in the company of birds on the verandah, take long walks around the jungle and enjoy a bush dinner of barbeque hot off the grill. Doubles from Rs13,000, inclusive of meals. Website

Velavadar Black Buck National Park, Gujarat

The blackbuck lodge.

Laced with Savannah grasslands, The Blackbuck Lodge along the Velavadar National Park throws you right into the wild. The 70-acre property is punctuated with 14 luxury villas, with decks overlooking the bush, indoor and outdoor baths, and some with a plunge pool. Besides the majestic Indian antelopes, spot the Indian endangered grey wolf and some rare birds. Expect meal time to be just as special as your safari. Food, including traditional Kathiyawadi meals and barbeque snacks, is served at the glass waterfront dining room under a starlit sky. Doubles from Rs14,400, exclusive of meals. Website. 

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Mahua kothi, a taj safari.

The Bandhavgarh National Park is home to over 70 tigers and your chances of spotting one are pretty high at this park. Mahua Kothi's 45-acre property lies just on the periphery of Bandhavgarh. Under the shade of mahua trees, lie 12 airy mud-walled cottages that provide guests the village experience with all the luxuries. From the property, guests can enjoy the views of grasslands dotted with colourful birds and monkeys. Pick vegetables and fruits from the garden to make your own salad. Cool off at the pool under the shade of mahua trees or enjoy a sumptuous bush dinner or request your private buttler to reach it to your room. Doubles from Rs20,999. The hotel also offers a two-night package of Rs35,000, which includes all meals, and a safari drive.

Samode Safari Lodge

Close to the Kothi entrance of the park, the lodge is made of 12 rustic villas, an infinity pool, a gym, spa, solar-heated jacuzzi and canopied daybeds, perfect to unwind after a long day in the jungle. Choose between individual chalets and private villas kitted with spacious living rooms and private terraces that let you admire the beauty that is Bandhavgarh. But the biggest draw is its spacious bath—with a beautiful tiger mural painted by a Gond artist—that opens up to sweeping views of the forest. Savour a Mediterranean meal under the shade of Mahua trees at daytime, and feast on Indian fare in the company of brazier that will keep you warm at night. Doubles from Rs22,000, inclusive of all meals. Website.

Treehouse Hideaway

Your safari ride begins right from the time you reach the property. A machaan here overlooks a watering hole, frequented by animals, so you don't have to go too far to spot them. You may even see them from one of the five rooms--perched on mahua, tendu, peepal, banyan and palash trees. Although they are made from all natural and local materials like regularized wood, the insides don't compromise on any amenities, with a cosy four-poster bed, minibar, writing table, balconies and loungers to sit back and watch the forest creatures go by. Doubles from Rs37,000, inclusive of two safari experiences and all meals. Website. 

Panna Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh

The sarai at toria.

The Sarai at Toria sits on the banks of the River Ken, and is just a five-minute drive from the entrance to the Panna Tiger Reserve. It is run by big-cat biologist Raghunandan Singh Chundawat and his wife, wildlife photographer, writer, and conservationist Joanna Van Gruisen. The eight cottage eco-lodge leaves a minimal carbon footprint, with mud walls, grass roofs and solar power. The rooms are spacious and elegant; each has large sunlit bathrooms, private courtyards and verandahs. The Sarai is known for its home-cooked Indian and European fare prepared with ingredients sourced locally and from their organic kitchen garden. An alfresco dining area offers views of the river and the hills beyond. Experience a sunset boat ride on the River Ken; you may spot a crocodile or two if you get lucky. Go on a bird walk along the river, or a game drive to spot leopards and the diverse wildlife at the reserve. Besides wildlife viewings, there's a lot more to explore here. The UNESCO temples of Khajuraho are just a 30-minute drive, while the Raneh Falls is about a 45-minute drive. The falls are worth a trip even offseason. They dry up to reveal a 100-ft pink-and-grey graphite canyon and rocks from two billion years ago. Doubles from Rs20,500, inclusive of meals, and boat ride or bird/village walk. Website .

Ken River Lodge

The grandson of the Maharaja of Nagod Shyamendra Singh built Ken River Lodge in 1986. The lodge has been washed off twice due to floods in 1992 and 2007, however has been rebuilt with the same passion. Today, it is a beautiful property with eight village-style huts spread across 50 acres of land that is home to crocodiles, birds and tigers. A wooden deck overlooks the river with massive tree trunks growing through it. Besides exploring the Panna Tiger Reserve, the brave-hearted can drive down an hour to the Jhinna Camp for an overnight safari experience of watching nocturnal animals like jackals, porcupines, foxes, leopards, hyena and wolves. Doubles from Rs13,000, inclusive of meals. The jungle package doubles from Rs24,000, inclusive of meals and two safari experience with park and guide charges. Website.

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Banjaar tola, a taj safari.

BANJAAR TOLA, A TAJ SAFARI IN KANHA NATIONAL PARK

Situated along the Banjaar river, adjoining the Kanha National, is this beautiful lodge sprawling over 90 acres of land. It encompasses 18 large tents perched on the banks of the river on the east and west side, each with its own bar, terrace lounge, dining room and pool. The tents open up to a verandah with the river flowing by and the bathtub to the views of the forest. The food celebrated tribal flavours and the ingredients are sourced from the lodge's organic garden. A private butler will bring tea and breakfast to your bed and escort you with a flashlight from dinner. Doubles from Rs20,999. The hotel also offers a two-night package of Rs35,000, which includes all meals, and a safari drive. Website.

Kanha Earth Lodge

A haven for a wildlife purist, Kanha Earth Lodge is built in less than 5% of the 16 acres of forest lands surrounding it. Everything screams eco-friendly at the resort. The cottages are built from locally available materials such as mud plaster, terracotta tiles and rough-hewn timber beams. The furniture is crafted from recycled wood. When you aren't busy spotting one of Kanha's 90 big cats, unwind under the shade of mahua trees at the infinity pool tipping over the forest, catch a wildlife documentary or borrow a book from the library and savour a traditional meal of tikkar roti (flatbread roasted in camel foot leaves) and lamb boti curry and more. Doubles from Rs12,000, inclusive of breakfast. Website. 

Bagh Villas

The luxury tents of Bagh Villas take their cue from the hunting lodges of erstwhile maharajas. Each tent is set along the lake with a private verandah, and is a cosy place to retreat after spending a long day in the wild. Lounge by the pool, borrow a bike to explore the villages nearby and feast on meals made with ingredients straight from the property's organic gardens. If a particular dish sticks with you enough to learn how to make it, the staff will be happy to hold a class for you. Doubles from Rs16,000, inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner. Website. 

Satpura Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh

Reni pani jungle lodge.

Satpura Tiger Reserve is about 11km away from the property. But a watering hole frequented by wildlife is right by the tents at Reni Pani Jungle Lodge, giving guests the opportunity to spot animals right from their doorstep or even their work desk facing a large window. The other stay option is the cottages with large decks, lounging bay windows and spacious baths. Jeep, canoe or boat safari to catch a glimpse of leopards, deer, tigers, birds and butterflies. Satpura National Park is one of the few in the country that also allows you to explore on foot. Doubles from Rs17,500, inclusive of all meals. Website.

Forsyth Lodge

Fringed by the buffer zone of Satpura National Park, Forsyth Lodge sprawls over a 44-acre jungle area that has its share of animal visiting. The 12 luxury cottages are crafted with cob, husk and cow dung and minimal use of concrete, leaving a minimal carbon footprint. Catch a glimpse of four-horned antelopes, Indian skimmers and earthstar mushrooms. Jeep, walking, canoe and dusk, you name the kind of safari and they have it. They also have a camping and junior rangers programme for children. Doubles from Rs13,000. The Jungle Plan inclusive of all safari activities and meals is Rs22,000. Website. 

Gir Forest, Gujarat

Woods at sasan.

Gujarat's Gir forest is home to the last of the Asiatic lions in the country, and Woods at Sasan offers the perfect base to greet the king of the jungle. But the lodge's special experiences go way beyond the Asiatic Lion. A rail safari transports you to the forests of Kansiya Nes, where the Maldhari community of Gujarat lives. A wood safari lunch takes you deep into the woods to enjoy fresh, local delicacies prepared on wood fire, while you are serenaded by a live flute recital. A guided bird walk offers a glimpse of 300 species of birds and a vintage car ride takes you to the Hiran river to enjoy your evening cuppa and soak in the beauty. Choose to get a good night's sleep in one of the 38 rooms equipped with all modern amenities, from a minifridge to a TV. Doubles from Rs10,900, inclusive of breakfast. The safari costs an additional Rs7,500. Website.

The Gateway Hotel Gir Forest

If you wish to throw in a safari to your work-from-anywhere routine, this Taj property along the Hiran River and the border of the Gir forest might be the place for you. High-speed internet, flatscreen televisions, a mini fridge and more, the cosy rooms are equipped with everything a big-city hotel has to offer. Don't miss out on the delicious Gujarati thali served at Gaj. Doubles from Rs10,500. Website. 

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15 Best Jungle Safari Destinations in South India

Wildlife sanctuaries, national parks and biosphere reserves are the places where animals as well as plants are protected from disturbance and provided a comfortable living. These places are established to protect and maintain natural habitats and wildlife populations. And, India has become one of the top countries in protecting the natural habitats of our planet. Being famous for its vast and varied geographical features, India is indeed a paradise for an incredible number of wildlife species.

You can find a huge number of national parks all across India. However, South India has been playing a crucial role in attracting hordes of wildlife enthusiasts throughout the year. The densely populated forests of the South Indian states (Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Telangana) located in the lap of the Eastern and Western Ghats mountains are the main reason behind this popularity.

Compared to North India, the national parks in South India are untouched and their beauty is unparalleled. These parks have been taking a major part in creating South India the best for wildlife tourism. We have created a list of the best national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in South India below. Without travelling to these places your South India wildlife tours could not be completed.

• Bandipur National Park
• Periyar National Park
• Silent Valley National Park
• Mathikettan Shola National Park
• Guindy National Park
• Eravikulam National Park
• Mudumalai National Park
• Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
• Nagarhole National Park
• Bannerghatta National Park
• R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
• Kudremukh National Park
• Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
• Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary

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Bandipur National Park, Karnataka

Previously treated as the private hunting grounds for Britishers and the kings, Bandipur National Park is now an important part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. It is located in the lap of Western Ghats and is regarded as one of the most popular national parks for Jungle Safari in South India. Bandipur National Park covers an area of around 872 square kilometres located in Karnataka on the Mysore-Ooty highway.

Bandipur National Park is the home to endangered Asiatic wild elephants, tigers, sloth bears, sambar, mouse bear, spotted deer, flying lizards and over 200 species of birds. You can explore the diverse flora and fauna of Bandipur National Park by availing of jeep safari tours.

How to Reach Bandipur National Park?

• The nearest airport to Bandipur is Mysore Airport from where you have to take a bus or car to cover a distance of 215 kilometres.
• The nearest railway station to Bandipur is Mysore City Junction (80 kilometres) and you have to hire a car to reach the national park.
• The park is located on the highway and can be reached via bus from various cities such as Bangalore, Coimbatore, Mangalore and Cochin.

Best Time to Visit Bandipur National Park for Jungle Safari

• Winter is the best time to visit Bandipur National Park during the months between November and February. It is the best time to watch migratory birds like Warblers, Peregrine Falcon and Flycatchers.
• However, for tigers sighting, the best time is during the months between March and June, because it is the best time tigers step out of their zones.

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Periyar National Park, Kerala

Periyar National Park , Thekkady, is surrounded by the banks of a huge lake and located in a dense hilly forest, famous for serving as a haven for a diverse variety of flora and fauna. Also known as a tiger reserve, the park is one of the best places for jungle safari in South India. Internationally acclaimed for its unfathomable natural beauty, it is blessed as being home to rich biodiversity across the country.

Periyar National Park is one of the popular national parks in South India and one of the places where you can avail your own jungle safari. There are several options for a river cruise, hiking trip and tiger safari and you must pay an entry fee when you arrive and take a guide along with you. The park is famed for over 30 species of mammals, especially Asian Elephants, Sambar, Gaur etc., butterflies, birds, fish and Royal Bengal Tigers.

How to Reach Periyar National Park?

• There are two nearest airports to Periyar National Park – Madurai and Kochi. The distance of the park from the airports is 146 kilometres and 190 kilometres, respectively.
• The nearest railway station is Kottayam and the distance between the park and the station is 114 kilometres.
• The park is also connected with the major cities of India by road. Travellers can take bus service to Thekkady from Kochi, Madurai and Kottayam.

Best Time to Visit Periyar National Park for Jungle Safari

• Summer (March to May) is the best time to visit Periyar National Park as it is the ideal time to spot various flora and fauna.
• Travellers can also choose one of the months between October and February as a preferred option owing to pleasant weather.
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Silent Valley National Park, Kerala

Being the central part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Silent Valley National Park is famed for offering a perfect undisturbed ecosystem to a huge variety of flora and fauna. It is located in the Palakkad District of Kerala and bordered by Nilgiri Plateau in the north and Mannarkkad Plain in the south. An ideal place for trekkers and wildlife explorers, the national park was called Sairandhrivanam centuries ago as it was believed to be the hidden space for Sairandhiri along with her five husbands (the tale of Mahabharata).

It was declared a national park in 1984 for being home to a rich collection of biodiversity. A jungle safari in Silent Valley National Park will let you see animals from tigers, snakes, elephants, and leopards to more than 1,000 species of plants including 110 species of orchids. As per the official data, there are more than 400 species of moths and over 200 species of butterflies are found in the Silent Valley National Park.

How to Reach Silent Valley National Park?

• Peelamedu Airport is the nearest airport to Silent Valley National Park, located at a distance of around 155 kilometres.
• The nearest railway station is Olavakkode Railway Station at a distance of around 75 kilometres.
• Travellers can take a bus to Palakkad and reach Mukkali from where they have to take entrance tickets and a guide to enter the park.

Best Time to Visit Silent Valley National Park for Jungle Safari

• You can plan a jungle safari trip to the Silent Valley National Park during the period between December and February as the weather becomes pleasant this time.
• However, one can also visit the park in the months of March and April.

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Mathikettan Shola National Park, Kerala

Mathikettan Shola National Park is located in Poopara Village in Kerala. A tropical rainforest, and an important elephant strip, this park was declared a national park in 2008. Home to a wide variety of endangered species, Mathikettan Shola National Park is located about ten kilometres from Munnar.

The varying heights of the terrain house dense verdant forests, which are fed by the streams like Mathikettan Puzha, Uchillkuthi Puzha and Njandar. The aftermath is a perfect ecosystem as a shelter for a rich collection of flora and fauna. The wildlife enthusiasts love to visit the park for animals like gaur, sambar, langur, and many more birds.

How to Reach Mathikettan Shola National Park?

• The nearest airport to Mathikettan Shola National Park is Kochi International Airport, which is connected to all the major cities and countries across the globe. It is located at a distance of 142 kilometres from the park.
• The nearest railway station to the park is Theni Railway Station, which is connected to other cities in India via Madurai Railway Station.
• There are several state-run bus services available that connect the park with the cities like Cochin and Madurai.

Best Time to Visit Mathikettan Shola National Park for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit Mathikettan Shola National Park is between April and September.
• However, you can also visit the park throughout the year.

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Guindy National Park, Tamil Nadu

The eighth smallest national park in India, located in the middle of Chennai City, Guindy National Park was established back in the year 1978. It is 2.70 square kilometres protected area that houses a rich collection of biodiversity. The park is an extended part of the grounds enclosing Raj Bhavan (residence of the governor of Tamil Nadu), which was previously known as the ‘Guindy Lodge.’

The authority takes utmost care to protect the park and its ecosphere. A wide variety of flora and fauna found in Guindy National Park attract over seven lakhs of travellers throughout the year. The park houses 2,000 chitals, 400 blackbucks, various snakes and turtles. There are also more than 130 species of birds, over 60 species of butterflies and 14 species of mammals, which make the trip to the park memorable for a lifetime.

How to Reach Guindy National Park?

• The nearest airport to the Guindy National Park is Chennai Airport, which is eight kilometres away and has domestic and international terminals. It is connected with all the major cities in India as well as across the world.
• Guindy National Park can also be reached via train. The nearest railway station is just one kilometre away. Moreover, there are two stations near the park, Chennai Central Station and Chennai Egmore and respectively, they are 12 kilometres and 9 kilometres away.
• Guindy National Park in Chennai is also connected with the major cities via bus services. So, you can also reach the park by road.

Best Time to Visit Guindy National Park for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit Guindy National Park is between October and May. You can expect soothing weather this time and see various animals in their habitat. Moreover, this is the time when migratory birds come to the park from different corners of the world.
• It is recommended not to visit the park during monsoon as the surroundings become muddy and slippery.

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Eravikulam National Park, Kerala

Kerala’s first-ever national park, also known as Rajamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Eravikulam National Park is located in Idukki. Previously treated as a game reserve till 1971 under Kannan Devan Hill Company, the area was declared a national park in1975 in order to protect the endangered species of Nilgiri Tahr. It is situated at the top of a hill in the Western Ghat range, covered by verdant grasslands and shola forests.

Eravikulam National Park attracts thousands of scientists, ornithologists, wildlife enthusiasts and photographers throughout the year for being home to a plethora of flora and fauna. Apart from the Nilgiri Tahr, you can also see other animals like dhole, leopard, sambar, golden jackal, Nilgiri marten, Indian porcupine and many more. There are also more than 132 species of birds including Nilgiri pipit, black and orange flycatcher, Kerala laughingthrush and many more.

How to Reach Eravikulam National Park?

• The nearest airport to Eravikulam National Park is Kochi International Airport, which is 135 kilometres away from the park.
• The nearest railway station is Aluva Railway Station, which is 115 kilometres away from Munnar, from where you have to take a bus or taxi or private car to reach the park.
• The park is located at a distance of around 15 kilometres from Munnar City Centre, which is connected to the major cities of India via bus services. You can reach the entry point of the park, Rajamalai by road and then need to travel on foot.

Best Time to Visit Eravikulam National Park for Jungle Safari

• The months between September and October are the best time to visit Eravikulam National Park as it is the ideal time to spot Nilgiri Tahr amidst the full-blooming grasslands.
• April to May is also a preferred time to view various indigenous animals in the park.
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Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu

One of the best places to see tigers in South India, Mudumalai National Park is situated on the Northwest side of Nilgiri Hills. Being an important wildlife corridor in the Nilgiri Biosphere, the national park is adjoined by other parks and wildlife reserves such as Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Silent Valley National Park, Bandipur National Park and Mukurthi National Park.

Mudumalai National Park offers a balanced ecosystem, which makes it a perfect place for being home to over 13 per cent of total mammal species and 8 per cent of bird species in India. It houses some rare medicinal plants like Mangifera indica, Terminalia arjuna, Pongamia glabra and many more. Moreover, you can expect to see various animals like leopards, tigers, jungle cats and many more species. This national park is also an amazing place for night safari. The connecting roads to the adjoining national parks and forests are the places where you can expect the wildlife during the safari.

How to Reach Mudumalai National Park?

• The nearest airport to the national park is Coimbatore International Airport, which is 127 kilometres away from the park.
• There are two railway stations near Mudumalai National Park, Mysore Railway Junction and Coimbatore Railway Junction. The stations are located at a distance of 90 kilometres and 120 kilometres away from the park, respectively and are well-connected with most of the major cities in India.
• There are several bus services operating between Thepakadu (the main bus stop for the park) and the cities such as Mysore, Coimbatore, Ooty, Bengaluru etc. So, you can also reach the park by road.

Best Time to Visit Mudumalai National Park for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit Mudumalai National Park is between the months of October and May. The weather remains favourable this time and you can expect to spot various kinds of flora and fauna in the park.

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Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka

Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary , located in the North Kannada District of Karnataka is an ideal place to experience the activities like river rafting, trekking, bird watching, and other water adventures. The sanctuary is home to over 200 species of birds, which attract thousands of bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts over the years.

Apart from the birds, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the places for tiger sighting in South India. As per the official data, there are around 40 tigers living in the core part of the sanctuary. Moreover, you can also spot animals like monkeys, leopards, elephants and birds like falcons and some exotic species in Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.

How to Reach Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary?

• The nearest airport to Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is Belgaum. It is connected with cities like Mumbai and Bangalore.
• The nearest railway station is at Dharwad from where you have to travel 57 kilometres to reach Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.
• You can also travel to the sanctuary by road. There are several bus services operating between the sanctuary and the cities like Hubli, Dharwad, Belgaum, Goa, Bengaluru and Karwar.

Best Time to Visit Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary for Jungle Safari

• Similar to other popular national parks in South India, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is also surrounded by shola forests. Though it offers a moderate atmosphere throughout the year, October to May is the ideal time to visit the sanctuary.

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Nagarhole National Park, Karnataka

Previously known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole National Park and Tiger Reserve is a nationally acclaimed tiger reserve for its high-density tiger population in the country. The park is spread across an area of 850 square kilometres in Mysore and Kodagu districts in Karnataka. It is enclosed by Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary to the south and Bandipur Tiger Reserve in the southeast.

Nagarhole National Park lies as a connecting corridor for tigers and elephants to the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats. It is one of the major hubs of conservation under Project Elephant and Project Tiger. The park is famous for being one of the best places for exploring wildlife. Apart from tigers and elephants, one can also see gaur, sambar, chital, antelope and other animals in Nagarhole National Park.

How to Reach Nagarhole National Park?

• The nearest airport to the Nagarhole National Park is Bangalore Airport, at a distance of 220 kilometres.
• You can also reach the park via rail. The nearest railway station is Mysore Junction, located at a distance of 89 kilometres away from the park.
• There are regular bus services available to reach the national park from nearby major cities like Bangalore, Mysore etc.

Best Time to Visit Nagarhole National Park for Jungle Safari

• Summer, during the months of April and May, is the best time to visit Nagarhole National Park as the waterholes in the park are dry and the animals come out for water at the lake.
• However, to explore in a better weather condition, one can also visit the park between November and February.

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Bannerghatta National Park, Karnataka

Bannerghatta National Park is undoubtedly one of the best national parks to explore in South India. The park is located near Bangalore (25 kilometres south) in the Anekal range, Karnataka and is regarded as home to a wide variety of wildlife. It was declared a national park in 1974 and in 2002, a small portion of the park was turned into a biological park or zoo.

Bannerghatta National Park spreads across an area of around 261 square kilometres and is bordered by 16 villages. Being a part of the wildlife corridor for elephants connecting Sathyamangalam Forest and BR Hills, the Bannerghatta National Park is one of the ideal places for a jungle safari tour. It offers a guided bus tour along a six-kilometre stretch to spot various species of animals such as elephants, leopards, gaur, peacock, Royal Bengal Tiger and many more.

How to Reach Bannerghatta National Park?

• The nearest airport to Bannerghatta National Park is Bengaluru or Bangalore Airport, which is around 46 kilometres away.
• The nearest railway station to the park is Yeshwantpur Junction, which is connected to all major cities via rail.
• You can also reach the park via metro railway. The nearest metro railway station is Yelachenahalli.
• There are also bus services available to reach Bannerghatta National Park from cities like Bengaluru, Mysore etc.

Best Time to Visit Bannerghatta National Park for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit the park is during the months between October and June owing to the perfect weather conditions.
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B.R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary & Tiger Reserve, Karnataka

BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, also popular as BR Tiger Reserve is considered to be the wildlife corridor that connects the Western Ghats to the Eastern Ghats. It is located at a height of about 1,551 metres from sea level and spread across an area of 540 square kilometres in a hill range in Karnataka (Chamarajanagar District).

The sanctuary was declared a tiger reserve by the Karnataka State Government in 2010. Apart from being a tiger reserve in South India, B.R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is also home to a huge variety of animals. Some of them are elephants, deer, bison, sloth bears etc. A place for tiger sighting in South India, BR Tiger Reserve is also covered with more than 250 species of birds. It is one of the best places in South India to experience bird watching, elephant bathing and jungle safari in one place.

How to Reach B.R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary?

• The nearest airport to the wildlife sanctuary is the Mysore airport, which is about 80 kilometres away.
• One can also reach the sanctuary by rail. The nearest railway station is Mysore Railway station (around 89 kilometres).
• You can also reach BR Tiger Reserve by road. Bus service is available from cities like Bangalore and Mysore.

Best Time to Visit B.R. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is between the months of October and March as the weather this time becomes pleasant and perfect to enjoy various adventurous activities.
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Kudremukh National Park, Karnataka

Home to a wide variety of wildlife, spread across an area of around 600 square kilometres, Kudremukh National Park is located at a junction of Chikkamagaluru, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts in Karnataka. The park has derived its name from a hilltop which looks like the shape of the head of a horse. Entirely covered by dense forests, the park includes four ranges, named Kudremukh, Kalasa, Kerekatte and Shimoga.

Being a popular wildlife destination in South India, Kudremukh National Park is home to several species of birds like the imperial pigeon, Malabar trogon, great pied hornbill and many more. There are several options for bird-watching available here. Apart from the birds, Kudremukh National Park is also a renowned ecospace for jungle safari in India, as well as South India. You can get some glimpses of leopards, tigers, common langurs, sloth bears, Malabar giant squirrels and many more species in the park.

How to Reach Kudremukh National Park?

• Travellers can reach Kudremukh National Park by air. The nearest airport to the park is Mangalore International Airport, which is 95 kilometres away from the park.
• The nearest railway station is also 95 kilometres away, Mangalore Railway Station.
• One can also travel to Kudremukh National Park via bus from nearby cities.

Best Time to Visit Kudremukh National Park for Jungle Safari

• The best time to visit the park is during the months between October and May, after the monsoon.
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Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka

The largest bird sanctuary of Karnataka, Ranganathittu is located in the district of Mandya, in the historic town of Srirangapatna. The bird sanctuary, comprising six islets, situated on the bank of River Kaveri, is popularly known as ‘Pakshi Kashi,’ which means birds’ paradise. Due to the ideal location of the islets and the presence of aqua insects in abundance, the bird sanctuary has become a perfect place for the migratory birds that come from countries like Siberia, Australia and North America. The place has been referred to as one of the popular tourist attractions in South India.

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary was declared a sanctuary after famous ornithologist Dr Salim Ali pressured the government to do so in the year 1940. It has been regarded as a haven for wildlife enthusiasts across the globe. The sanctuary is home to the largest population of marsh crocodiles in Karnataka. Apart from the crocodiles, you can also get glimpses of about 170 avian species such as Oriental darter, river tern, Indian shag, painted stork and kingfishers.

How to Reach Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary?

• The nearest airport to the bird sanctuary is Mysore International Airport, which is around 30 kilometres away.
• The nearest railway station to Ranganathittu is Srirangapatna at a distance of five kilometres.
• You can also reach the sanctuary by bus from cities like Bangalore and Mysore.

Best Time to Visit Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary for Jungle Safari

• The best time to go to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is between the months of June and November. These months are the best time for bird-watching as these are the nesting months for the birds.
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Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala

The second-largest wildlife sanctuary in Kerala, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the important regions of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. It is located between Bandipur, Nagarhole and Mudumalai reserve forests and is home to a huge variety of flora and fauna. The perfect environment in an evergreen setting along with a favourable climatic condition has made this place a perfect place for the species.

Home to several species of mammals, wildlife enthusiasts and photographers love to explore Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. You can easily spot elephants, deer, panthers, jungle cats and especially tigers here. It is also popular as a home to a large number of endangered species of birds. There are several options for jungle safari in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. One must pay an entry fee and take a forest guide for the safari.

How to Reach Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary?

• The nearest airport to the sanctuary is Karipur International Airport in Kozhikode at a distance of 125 kilometres. There are several bus services available between the airport and the sanctuary.
• Travellers can also reach the sanctuary via rail. The nearest railway station is Kozhikode at a distance of 100 kilometres.
• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is also connected to other cities via bus service. One can avail buses from cities like Kasargod, Calicut, Cochin and Trivandrum.

Best Time to Visit Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary for Jungle Safari

• The ideal time to visit the best jungle safari destination in South India is between August and February. However, the place remains open throughout the year.

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Viralimalai wildlife sanctuary, tamil nadu.

Viralimalai Wildlife Park is one of the best places to explore our national bird, the peacock. It is a renowned wildlife destination in Tamil Nadu and attracts a huge number of tourists to watch varied species of peacocks closely in their natural habitat. It is located in a town at a distance of 30 kilometres from Trichy.

Apart from the peacock sanctuaries, there is also a Murugan temple, where the eminent form of dance, Bharatnatyam flourished. The temple is located at the top of a hill and travellers need to climb about 210 steps to reach there. There are a total of six species of peacocks in Viralimalai and the Murugan temple along with its surroundings is the main region where they are found mostly.

How to Reach Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary

• The nearest airport to Viralimalai Wildlife Park is Tiruchirappalli International Airport at a distance of 30 kilometres.
• The nearest railway station is Tiruchirappalli Junction, which is connected to all the major cities of South India, as well as India.

Best Time to Visit Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary

• The best time to visit the wildlife park is during the months of October to April because one can find pleasant weather at this time.
• However, if you want to see the peacocks tapping their feet in the rain, then the monsoon (July to September) is the best time to go.
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Wildlife holidays in South India cannot be completed if you do not add one of these places to your itinerary. These are some of the places where you will have the best jungle safari experience of your life. However, one needs to take permission, book rooms in hotels or resorts, safari cars and many more in advance to plan South India Jungle Safari wildlife holidays. This might become hectic for you.

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Which are the best places for jungle safari tours in south india.

South India is home to some amazing untouched forests filled with a rich collection of flora and fauna. Some of them are the best places for jungle safari tours. The best time for jungle safari in South India is between September and November or from April to June.

Some of the best places for jungle safari tours are:

Which is the best destination for Tiger Safari in Karnataka?

Wildlife tourism in South India has been getting popular over the years. Tiger safari is one of the reasons behind this popularity. South India, especially Karnataka boasts of around 524 Royal Bengal Tigers and it has some of the best places to see tigers in South India. Some of them are:

• Bandipur National Park and Tiger Reserve
• Nagarhole National Park and Tiger Reserve
• Bhadra Tiger Reserve
• Kali Tiger Reserve
• BRT Tiger Reserve

Which are the top destinations for Wildlife safari tours in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has some of the best wildlife sanctuaries in South India. A wildlife tour in South India cannot be completed without visiting these parks and sanctuaries. The top destinations for wildlife safari tours in Tamil Nadu are:

• Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
• Anamalai Tiger Reserve
• Mukurthi National Park
• Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Which are the best destinations for night jungle safari in South India?

There are some wildlife sanctuaries in South India which can also be explored at night. The authorities allow night safari tours and it is worth experiencing. Some of the best destinations for night jungle safari are:

• Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
• Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

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India is gifted with varieties of flora and fauna. The extreme beauty and diversity are captured by myriads of national parks all over the country. Exploring this natural beauty in broad daylight has its own solitude and excitement. However, prowling across the dense jungles in the darkness of night is a tooth grinding and a life changing experience. Night jungle safari offers a heart throbbing experience to the tourists which cannot be offered in broad daylight. On the other hand, the life of wild animals at night is a different sight to see. With the eerie sound and humming of the jeep, the safari at night tests one’s adventurous streak and accelerates the brain and pumps the heart faster. In the cover of the night, the prospect of spotting a predator is very high and there is always a greater chance to capture a bizarre aspect of wildlife in these kinds of safaris. The following are the famous night jungle safaris offered by Indian National Parks:

Night Jungle Safari at Coorg:

Night jungle safari at bandhavgarh:, satpura jungle safari at night:, gorewada night jungle safari:.

The 14-km jungle safari under the Gorewada zoo project is a major attraction for nature lovers. The tourists get the chance to spot leopards, chital, nilgais, reptiles and crocodiles in this safari. The visitors get to experience forests on both sides of the Katol Road and get to experience the mystic backwaters of the Gorewada lake at night. 15 guides from the neighbouring villages take care of the safari.

Night safari in India is also now allowed at Pench and Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh. This allows visit to some restricted areas of the buffer zone accompanied by an official guide for 3 hours. At Pench tiger reserve, tourists are allowed to visit the restricted area between Turia gate and Khawasa sector of the park’s buffer zone during the night. Tiger sightings have been reported during these night safaris thus making these trips exciting. At Satpura tiger reserve, night safaris are allowed into Sera Road and Pathi region.

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Shivers sped down my spine as a hyena crept into our Jeep’s headlights in the night. Then another hyena joined, and further back, we saw a third and fourth set of eyes. We heard piercing cackles, and our safari guide Kebby Arabang, resident tour director for Abercrombie & Kent in Botswana, told us it was a hyena calling for back up in a stand-off with a lion.

We knew the lion—a lone male gorging on buffaloes near camp. We’d also seen the hyena—their den, their cubs, and their paw prints by my tent. I enjoyed dozens of game drives throughout my time in Botswana, but none left me as awestruck as this twilight expedition.

Around the world, a growing number of lodges now offer night safaris for travelers. These trips pair the animal kingdom’s after-dark excitement—up to 70 percent of species are active from dusk to dawn, after all—with a soft place to land and dine between excursions.

Ready to book your adventure? Here are 10 of our favorite night safaris for watching wildlife via night-vision binoculars in Tanzania, exploring the moonlit Amazon via canoe, and more.

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Stanley’s Camp

See the Okavango Delta after dusk

Okavango delta, botswana.

Botswana’s vast Okavango Delta is home to hundreds of diverse species, including many after-dark revelers: hyenas, lions, leopards, bush babies, and pangolins, to name a few. Night safaris aren’t allowed everywhere in the delta, but you can enjoy one with a stay at  Sanctuary Retreats’ Stanley’s Camp —the site of my eye-popping night drive on  A&K’s Botswana Safari in Style itinerary. The luxe tented camp flings you into the wild, with porches and a plunge pool overlooking a watering hole, plus inventive local and international cuisine made even more enjoyable by the soundtrack of nearby hippo grunts. The property’s private concession surrounds provide guests the opportunities for unique Okavango Delta experiences, from night drives to walking safaris.

Usangu Expedition Camp

Watch wildlife via thermal monocular technology

Ruaha national park, tanzania.

The new  Usangu Expedition Camp in southern Tanzania’s Ruaha National Park centers on citizen science, from big-cat collaring by day to watching and photographing wildlife with cutting-edge thermal monocular night vision technology after dark. These night safaris let you admire the animals without the disruptive beams of a flashlight, meaning creatures, like leopards are undisturbed—and therefore more likely to attempt a hunt. While nothing beats watching African animals at night, recounting the tales by a starlit campfire back at Usangu is a close second.  

Sacha Lodge

Admire the sights and sounds of the Amazon after dark

Yasuní national park, ecuadorian amazon.

Sunset sparks a frenzy of activity in the Amazon. You can see and hear the rainforest’s twilight festivities for yourself with a stay at  Sacha Lodge , an upscale escape nestled along Ecuador’s Yasuní National Park—one of the Amazon’s most biodiverse pockets. During the day, snag a bird’s eye view via Sacha’s 940-foot-long Canopy Walk bridge, then admire the world’s largest rainforest by night with an after-dark jungle hike or a starlit canoe trip to spot the caiman (a relative of the alligator), one of the Amazon’s largest known predators. Keep the fun going after hours with more listening games from your room’s private balcony.

Bori Safari Lodge

Search for tigers, leopards, and wolves with a naturalist

Satpura national park, india.

Few of India's National Parks allow safaris at night—arguably the best time to see the elusive tigers—but, luckily, Satpura Tiger Reserve is one of them. Satpura night drives run through the park’s buffer zones, and offer the chance to witness a host of creatures: leopards, sloths, wild dogs, and, of course, tigers. Book a night at the eight-suite  Bori Safari Lodge , a tranquil getaway within minutes of the park gate that offers a plunge pool with forest views, al fresco dining, and naturalist-led safaris around the clock.  

Rincón Del Socorro

See nocturnal species and stars in a biodiverse freshwater reserve

Iberá natural reserve, argentina.

More than 4,000 plant and animal species reside in  Argentina’s 1.3 million-acre Iberá Natural Reserve . Wildlife across the protected area’s streams, lagoons, swamps, and marshes have bounced back after decades of commercial hunting and illegal animal trading. Now, you can admire the biodiversity in one of the most mesmerizing ways: a night safari, with on-foot or 4x4 vehicle excursions to see viscachas, gray foxes, and crab-eating raccoons.  AndBeyond offers the experience as part of select South America tours. Book your own trip to the reserve via the 11-room Rincón del Socorro , a reinvigorated cattle ranch that offers expert-led night safaris, onsite cycling trails, and a reserve-view restaurant with farm-to-table produce and traditional Argentinian barbecues. 

Mahali Mzuri

Search for lions, aardwolves, honey badgers, and bush babies under the stars

Olare motorogi conservancy, kenya.

Most wildlife travelers dream about visiting Kenya’s  Masai Mara National Reserve , but there’s a lesser-known and significantly less crowded safari escape just northwest of it: the 35,000-acre  Olare Motorogi Conservancy . The getaway, known for its action-packed lion viewing, protects the ecosystem’s animals and supports the local Masai people via community-based safari tourism. Unlike the Masai Mara National Reserve, night drives are allowed in Olare Motorogi Conservancy; they’re available via  Mahali Mzuri —Richard Branson’s posh 12-tent safari camp. You may see big cats like leopards or lions, or rarer aardwolves, porcupines, honey badgers, and bush babies. But a night safari isn’t the only time to catch these elusive creatures. From the camp’s outdoor dining to each tent’s private viewing deck, you can see and hear the conservancy’s inhabitants around the clock.

Skinnskatteberg

Listen for howls on a wolf safari

Skinnskatteberg, sweden.

Sweden’s elusive wolf is easier seen than heard—and your best bet at either is after dark. On an overnight wolf safari with  Amazing Nature Scandinavia , expert guides take you out on foot, and in a van, through central Sweden’s liveliest wolf spots. Actually spotting the elusive wolves can be tricky, but there’s an 80 to 90 percent chance you’ll hear their howls. This seasonal summer adventure pairs with camping in a wolf-pack area; bookend the trip with a stay at a unique central Sweden getaway like  Nasets Marcusgard . The forested property features quirky overnight stays—think: a cylindrical pine-flanked pod with potential deer and fox sightings from bed—with a central gathering place for meals, a heated pool and sauna, and a collection of onsite and nearby hiking trails.

Nam Et-Phou Louey

Cruise past leopards, gibbons, porcupines, and owls

Nam et-phou louey national protected area, laos.

A  late-night boat adventure through Laos’ remote Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park provides a first-hand glimpse at the country’s budding conservation success story. The trip starts with an evening boat ride, followed by a hike and dinner by a campfire, then the ultimate twilight treat: floating down the river beneath a blanket of darkness—with only one torchlight per boat to illuminate the potential leopards, porcupines, and gibbons en route. The journey concludes with a night in the park ecolodge’s traditional Lao bungalows. 

Local guides run the tour with support from partners like the Wildlife Conservation Society; this tourism model encourages park-adjacent communities to protect the region’s endangered species.  Book it as a standalone expedition with pre- and post-trip stays at  Xayphasouk Hotel , a modest property with spacious rooms and a hotel restaurant in one of the closest main towns, Sam Nuea (around four hours away by car). Alternatively, join a Laos itinerary by tour operator  Audley for an overnight in Nam Et-Phou Louey, then connect to your choice of half a dozen other destinations throughout the country. 

Warrigal Highland Rainforest Reserve

Take a moonlit walk among Australian wildlife

Warrigal highland rainforest preserve, australia.

Admire the flying fox, tree kangaroo, ringtail possum, and a host of other tough-to-see Australian critters with a  Wild Watch night safari hosted by longtime birding and wildlife photography guide Jonathan Munro. The outing takes place in the largest single tract of tropical rainforest remaining in Australia, in the Misty Mountains southwest of Cairns (the gateway to  Australia’s Great Barrier Reef ). When the weather is crisp and clear, it's typical for those exploring to see 30 to 40 animals in a two-hour evening tour. Wild Watch also offers tours that display the area's orchids, butterflies, dragonflies, birds, reptiles, and more. Book a night nearby at the sleek new  Mercure Hotel Cairns, a bright and breezy 75-room getaway with a poolside restaurant serving fresh, locally sourced fare. The property, located near the main city center, opened in January 2023. (Transportation is provided via Wild Watch.) 

Everglades National Park

See (and hear) the Everglades by night

Everglades national park, florida.

Most visit the biodiverse  Everglades National Park by day, but half the fun is after dark—particularly on an  expert-led paddling tour . Possible nighttime wildlife sightings run the gamut: horned owls, bobcats, frogs, and even panthers. The soundtrack for the evening? A cacophony of lubber grasshoppers and frogs, who keep the entertainment going well into the morning. The tour runs for half the year, from December through March. Glamp nearby in Everglades Adventure Tours’ low-key Chickee Huts , a series of bungalows built by the Seminole Indians with thatched roofs, screened-in walls, and swamp and grassland panoramas. Alternatively, book a night at the luxe  JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort . Its upscale rooms—each with its own balcony—overlook the gulf and Marco Island’s powder-sugar sand. The property is roughly 35 minutes to the west of Everglades National Park.

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What time the 2024 solar eclipse starts, reaches peak totality and ends today

By Sarah Maddox

Updated on: April 8, 2024 / 8:51 PM EDT / CBS News

The 2024 solar eclipse will be visible across North America today. As the moon's position between the Earth and sun casts a shadow on North America, that shadow, or umbra, will travel along the surface from west to east at more than 1,500 miles per hour along the path of totality . 

That means the eclipse will start, peak and end at different times — as will the moments of total darkness along the path of totality — and the best time to view the eclipse depends on where you are located. Some places along the path will have more totality time than others.

In Texas, the south-central region had clouds in the forecast , but it was better to the northeast, according to the National Weather Service. The best eclipse viewing weather was expected in New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine, as well as in Canada's New Brunswick and Newfoundland.

What time does the 2024 total solar eclipse start?

The total solar eclipse will emerge over the South Pacific Ocean before the shadow falls across North America, beginning in parts of Mexico. The path of totality , where onlookers can witness the moon fully blocking the sun (through eclipse viewing glasses for safety ), is expected to first make landfall near the city of Mazatlán around 9:51 a.m. MT. 

The total solar eclipse will cross over the U.S.-Mexico border into Texas, where it will emerge over Eagle Pass at 12:10 p.m. CT and then peak at about 1:27 p.m. CT.

In Dallas, NASA data shows the partial eclipse will first become visible at 12:23 p.m. CT and peak at 1:40 p.m. CT. The next states in the path of totality are Oklahoma and Arkansas, where the eclipse begins in Little Rock at 12:33 p.m. CT. 

Cleveland will see the beginning of the eclipse at 1:59 p.m. ET. Darkness will start spreading over the sky in Buffalo, New York, at 2:04 p.m. ET. Then, the eclipse will reach northwestern Vermont, including Burlington, at 2:14 p.m. ET. Parts of New Hampshire and Maine will also follow in the path of totality before the eclipse first reaches the Canadian mainland  at 3:13 p.m. ET.

Although the experience won't be exactly the same, viewers in all the contiguous U.S. states outside the path of totality will still be able to see a partial eclipse. Some places will see most of the sun blocked by the moon, including Washington, D.C., where the partial eclipse will start at 2:04 p.m. ET and peak at about 3:20 p.m. ET.

In Chicago, viewers can start viewing the partial eclipse at 12:51 p.m. CT, with the peak arriving at 2:07 p.m. CT.  In Detroit, viewers will be able to enjoy a near-total eclipse beginning at 1:58 p.m. ET and peaking at 3:14 p.m. ET.

New York City will also see a substantial partial eclipse, beginning at 2:10 p.m. ET and peaking around 3:25 p.m. ET.

In Boston it will begin at 2:16 p.m. ET and peak at about 3:29 p.m. ET.

The below table by NASA shows when the eclipse will start, peak and end in 13 cities along the eclipse's path.

What time will the solar eclipse reach peak totality?

Millions more people will have the chance to witness the total solar eclipse this year than during the last total solar eclipse , which was visible from the U.S. in 2017. 

The eclipse's peak will mean something different for cities within the path of totality and for those outside. Within the path of totality, darkness will fall for a few minutes. The longest will last more than 4 minutes, but most places will see between 3.5 and 4 minutes of totality. In cities experiencing a partial eclipse, a percentage of the sun will be obscured for more than two hours.

Mazatlán is set to experience totality at 11:07 am PT. Dallas will be able to see the moon fully cover the sun at 1:40 p.m. CT. Little Rock will start to see the full eclipse at 1:51 p.m. CT, Cleveland at 3:13 p.m. ET and Buffalo at 3:18 p.m. ET. Totality will reach Burlington at 3:26 p.m. ET before moving into the remaining states and reaching Canada around 4:25 p.m.

Outside the path of totality, 87.4% of the sun will be eclipsed in Washington, D.C. at 3:20 p.m. ET, and Chicago will have maximum coverage of 93.9% at 2:07 p.m. CT. New York City is much closer to the path of totality this year than it was in 2017; it will see 89.6% coverage at 3:25 p.m. EDT. 

Detroit is another city that will encounter a near-total eclipse, with 99.2% maximum coverage at 3:14 p.m. ET. Boston will see 92.4% coverage at 3:29 p.m. ET.

What time will the solar eclipse end?

The eclipse will leave continental North America from Newfoundland, Canada, at 5:16 p.m. NT, according to NASA.

At the beginning of the path of totality in Mazatlán, the eclipse will be over by 12:32 p.m. PT, and it will leave Dallas at 3:02 p.m. CT. The eclipse will end in Little Rock at 3:11 p.m. CT, Cleveland at 4:29 p.m. CDT and Buffalo at 4:32 p.m. ET. Burlington won't be far behind, with the eclipse concluding at 4:37 p.m. ET.

Meanwhile, the viewing will end in Chicago at 3:21 p.m. CT, Washington, D.C. at 4:32 p.m. ET, and New York City at 4:36 p.m. ET. 

In Detroit, the partial eclipse will disappear at 4:27 p.m. ET, and in Boston, it will be over at 4:39 p.m. ET.

How long will the eclipse last in total?

The total solar eclipse will begin in Mexico at 11:07 a.m. PT and leave continental North America at 5:16 p.m. NT. From the time the partial eclipse first appears on Earth to its final glimpses before disappearing thousands of miles away, the celestial show will dazzle viewers for about 5 hours, according to timeanddate.com . 

The length of the total solar eclipse at points along the path depends on the viewing location. The longest will be 4 minutes and 28 seconds, northwest of Torreón, Mexico. Near the center of the path, totality takes place for the longest periods of time, according to NASA.

Spectators will observe totality for much longer today than during the 2017 eclipse , when the longest stretch of totality was 2 minutes and 32 seconds.

The moon's shadow seen on Earth today, called the umbra, travels at more than 1,500 miles per hour, according to NASA. It would move even more quickly if the Earth rotated in the opposite direction.

What is the longest a solar eclipse has ever lasted?

The longest known totality was 7 minutes and 28 seconds in 743 B.C. However, NASA says this record will be broken in 2186 with a 7 minute, 29 second total solar eclipse. The next total solar eclipse visible from parts of the U.S. won't happen until Aug. 23, 2044.

Sarah Maddox has been with CBS News since 2019. She works as an associate producer for CBS News Live.

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