Jungle Safari at Rajaji National Park

About This Activity

Embark on a thrilling jeep safari into the wild heart of Rajaji Tiger Reserve — one of North India's premier wildlife destinations just 18 km from Rishikesh. Spanning over 820 sq km across the Shivalik foothills, this UNESCO-recognized biodiversity hotspot is home to around 12 Royal Bengal Tigers, 500+ Asian Elephants (the park's flagship species), and 250+ leopards.

Your 3-hour safari adventure begins at one of the park's scenic zones — Chilla (closest to Rishikesh), Motichur, Jhilmil, or Mohand. As your open-top Gypsy navigates through dense Sal forests, riverine grasslands, and terai ecosystems, an experienced naturalist guide shares fascinating insights about the park's ecology.

Watch for spotted deer (chital), sambar, barking deer, nilgai, wild boar, and langurs. The park is equally famous for two bear species — Himalayan Black Bear and Sloth Bear. Birders will be delighted with 400+ species including Great Hornbills, Kingfishers, Pied Harriers, and migratory waterfowl at Jhilmil Jheel.

The Chilla zone offers elephant herds crossing the Ganga, while Jhilmil's grasslands provide excellent swamp deer and elephant sightings. Whether you're a first-time safari-goer or seasoned wildlife enthusiast, Rajaji delivers an authentic wilderness experience with the majestic Himalayas as backdrop.

Highlights

• Royal Bengal Tiger territory
• 500+ Asian Elephants
• Leopard sightings
• 400+ bird species
• Multiple safari zones (Chilla, Jhilmil, Motichur)
• Shivalik Hills landscape
• Sal forests & grasslands
• Expert naturalist guides
• Jhilmil Jheel wetland
• UNESCO biodiversity hotspot
• Just 18 km from Rishikesh

What's Included

Equipment Provided

• Open-top Gypsy jeep
• Expert naturalist guide
• Park permits
• Binoculars on request
• First-aid kit

Safety Guidelines

• Follow guide instructions at all times
• Never exit the vehicle inside the park
• Maintain silence near wildlife
• No flash photography
• No smoking or littering
• Keep arms inside the vehicle
• No bright-colored clothing
• No feeding animals
• Carry valid ID proof (mandatory)
• Report to gate 30 minutes before safari time