Arrival
: September
Duration : September and October
Why Fall / Autumn
When the Autumn comes the festivals are not far behind. Yes, this is the
season of festivals in India. The entire atmosphere bounces with fun &
festivals. Most of the major festivals are celebrated during this season.
The entire ambience goes gaga. The swaying paddy fields look like green
ocean and the air reverberates with drum beats and the chanting of mantras.
This is another most pleasant season of India, when the rain is gone and
the winter is on its way. This is one of the most ideal time to visit India,
as the climate is neither to hot nor too cold. Autumn is somewhat like the
spring season. Before departing, the rainy season spreads a carpet of
greenery all around, which leaves the environment booming. The most
spectacular is the Flora & Fauna, which is worth a visit, as India
boasts of some rare & exquisite variety of them.
Venture Around in Fall / Autumn
This is the right time for the wildlife enthusiasts. India is the most
ideal location for the tourists, who are keen in seeing varied type of
floras & faunas sheltering in varied types of topography. Most of the
wildlife sanctuaries and parks are open during this period of the year.
Some Wildlife Sites You can visit
in India :
Bandipur
National Park, Karnataka
If you are heading towards south then visit Bandipur National Park in
Karnataka. Bandipur National Park starts blooming with the arrival of
pre-monsoon showers in the month of April. This park is home to many birds
and animals. The charming surroundings, the rare inhabitants, the pleasant
climate and the closeness to several astounding destinations of the south,
Bandipur is the most perfect place for one who is interested in all. You
will come to see elephants, gaurs, and some beautiful birds in its
surroundings.
Nearby Attractions : Close to Bandipur are numerous charming places
of Karnataka, adding glory to its beautiful land. Rich in cultural and
tradition, Karnataka also boasts of its world renowned Carnatic Vocal Music.
Watch the cultural shows organised in the Karnataka and know Karnataka
through its rich dance and music forms. Also visit the ancient ruined
kingdoms of Hampi, an art which will leave you astounding.
From Bandipur, the closest sanctuary open during the Autumns is Periyar
National Park in Kerala. So, if you are a die-hard fan of wildlife India
then move to Periyar National Park in Kerala.
Periyar
National Park, Kerala
It would not be a good idea to miss this sanctuary, as Periyar boasts of
some excellent stock of wildlife. Make sure that you have added Periyar in
your Wildlife India Tour itinerary, before heading towards India. Periyar
harbours thousands of elephants often seen roaming in groups.
Apart from elephants, you will also have an encounter with Tigers, Gaur,
Wild Pigs, Sambar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer, Dole or Indian Wild Dog, etc.
Periyar also inhabits the elusive Nilgiri Tahr, which is rarely seen here.
Also cruise through the Periyar lake to get a glimpse of the beautiful birds
fluttering in the lakeside of the park.
Nearby Attractions : Kerala Backwater Houseboats and Beaches.
Have you Caught the Sight of Royal Tigers?
If not then here is the chance. Fly to Madhya Pradesh. Coming straight from
the south this will be a pleasant break. Bandhavgarh and Kanha in Madhya
Pradesh will offer you an absolutely different atmosphere and climate from
the south. The jungles of Madhya Pradesh are so rich, dense and verdant
that, once they inspired Rudyard Kipling to write the "Jungle Books."
Bandhavgarh
National Park &
Kanha National Park,
Madhya Pradesh
If you are dying to watch the elusive big cats, then you are now in the
right place, as Bandhavgarh is renown for it's big cat population. The
Bandhavgarh region at the central part of India is bestowed with a large
variety of natives in terms of animals and plants. You can easily sight
tigers, leopards, gaur, chital, sambar, dholes, wild boars here.
Make you wildlife India tour more
prolific with more tours to Central India wildlife in the state of Madhya
Pradesh. You can not miss out this tiger country, yes it is Kanha National
Park. If you are still not satisfied of tiger sightings, then slip away to
the Kanha National Park, not far from the Bandhavgarh. Kanha has high
concentration of tigers, the best place in the world to see tigers. Tiger
sightings are very common here.
Other than the tiger, some of the more frequently seen animals in the park
consist of Leopards, Gaur, Sambar, Chausinghas, Barasingha, Deer, Swamp Deer
(Barasingha), Blackbuck, Wild Boars, Porcupines, Mouse Deer, Hyenas,
Jackals, Wild Dogs (Dholes), etc. Kanha has over 300 different species of
birds within its complex.
Nearby Attractions : The temple city of Khajuraho, the Hill resort
of Panchamarhi, Panna National Park, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sanchi, etc.
Are you Looking for the Asiatic Lions?
When you are in India, how can you miss out the Asiatic Lions. India's Gir
National Park is the last home of the Asiatic Lions. To believe it, you have
to see it. You don't have to search for them, they are abundant in the Gir
National Park of Gujarat in India. From Kanha it will be quite easy for you
to visit the Gir National Park, as Gujarat is the neigbouring state of
Madhya Pradesh.
Gir
National Park, Gujarat
So, you have decided to take a glimpse of the elusive Asiatic Lions. The
home of lions - Gir National Park is the most ideal place if you are here to
observe Lions. But, be careful, may be when your are hunting for lion, some
other creature might hunting for you, yes another member of the big cat
family - the Leopards. Leopards are the second most seen predator in the
Gir, in fact, Gir is also home to one of the largest Leopard populations in
any park in India.
Though, your entire day will be engaged with the Lions and Leopards of the
Gir, it would be a great idea to take some time out of your tour itinerary
and visit the most revered Somnath Temple and the Veraval beaches, both will
give you a most needed break.
But, Don't Miss Out This
Ranthambhore
National Park, Rajasthan
Yes, Ranthambhore has something which others don't. Ranthambhore National
Park is home to several carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat,
Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger.
If you are a true wildlife lover, then Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary in
Rajasthan will surely enthuse you with an enthusiastic diversity of flora
and fauna. The landscape of the Ranthambore National Park is formed of
massive rock formations, steep scarps, perennial lakes and streams and
forest suddenly opening up into large areas of Savannah, but, the most
captivating sight is a tiger on the backdrop of the Ranthambhore Fort, a
sight you will cherish through out your life. The terrain of Ranthambore
Wildlife Sanctuary is a combination of impregnable forests and open bush
land. In comparison to other sanctuaries, Ranthambore has rich diversity of
fauna and flora - species list comprises of 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants,
272 birds, 12 reptiles including the Marsh Crocodile & amphibians and 30
mammals.
The park area is totally a different world with wide population of ancient
Banyan Trees, Dhok & Pipal trees, clusters of mango trees crisscrossed
with evergreen patches. Being a typical dry deciduous type forest, the park
is mostly populated by Dhok, found through out the region.
Nearby Attractions : The royal land of Rajasthan.
Want to have More!
If Madhya Pradesh inspired Rudyard Kipling to write "Jungle Book",
then Corbett National Park inspired the great wildlife expert Jim Corbett to
write the "Man-Eaters of Kumaon." What are you thinking about?
Just add this to your wildlife India tour itinerary, or you will miss out
the opportunity to converse with the Himalayan wilds.
Corbett
National Park, Uttranchal
Ready! Then take a jeep or an elephant to venture inside the park. An
elephant ride will make your trip completely tasteful. Corbett is situated
in the state of Uttaranchal in North India. Apart from Tigers, Elephants,
Leopards / Panthers, Jungle cats, Fishing Cats, Leopard cats, Himalayan
black bears, Sloth bears, Deers, Hog deer, Barking deer, Ghorals, Wild
Boars, Pangolins, Jackals, Martens, Dholes, Civets, Mongooses, Otters,
Hares, Porcupines, Chital (spotted deer), Sambar deer, Macaques, Langurs and
Blue Bulls (Nilgais) are some of the species which are found here. Besides,
you can also revive yourself in the salubrious ambience of the state.
Nearby Attractions : And, if you are really too tired then take a
break here, as you have entered the most hypnotising part of the country.
Entire Uttaranchal is amazing. Go to any corner, and you will be totally
absorbed. Do, you know that Taj Mahal is very close to Corbett. If you keep
interest in the history of India, then add this most spectacular marvel of
India to your tour itinerary.
More to See and Feel!
Don't oversleep amidst the pampering climate of the Uttaranchal, or you
will miss out this most rare sight, that is Sudarbans National Park in the
eastern state of West Bengal in India. Move to Eastern part of India to
sight the largest delta of the world at Sundarbans, harbouring some 400
tigers within its verdant saline and aqua surroundings.
Sundarbans
National Park, West Bengal
Sundarbans is the most appropriate sight after Corbett. This is the
ultimate destination for tiger viewing. The Sundarbans forest inhabits more
than 400 tigers. The Royal Bengal Tigers in this saline and aqua
surroundings are extremely good swimmers. The animal stock of the Sundarbans
is quite varied. As you thrive to get a single glimpse of the Royal Bengal
Tiger you will have a meeting with - Fishing Cats, Macaques, Wild Boar,
Common Grey Mongoose, Fox, Jungle Cat, Flying Fox, Pangolin, Chitals, etc.
on the way. Besides, you can also meet various resident and foreign birds.
Did you Miss out Something?
Oh yes! The One-horned Rhinos, isn't it? How can you forget this ancient
rare and endangered creature housing in the northeastern part of India. You
might not find this massive creature anywhere else in the world. So, from
Sundarbans, extend you tour to Assam, where you will find this
40 to 50 million years old creature.
Kaziranga
National Park, Assam
If you are hunting for Rhinos, then this is the place for you. Kaziranga
supports the largest number of rhino in the subcontinent. The Kaziranga
Wildlife Sanctruary is home to the great one horned Indian Rhino, about 900
in number. Apart from Rhinos, it is also famous for Indian Elephants.
Add On
If you are still looking for wildlife then here are some excellent choice.
»
Bandipur
National Park, Karnataka
»
Panna
National Park, Madhya Pradesh
»
Dachigam
National Park, Jammu & Kashmir
»
Royal Chitwan
National Park, Nepal
»
Rajaji
National Park, Uttranchal
»
Dudhwa
National Park, Uttar Pradesh
»
The
Great Himalayan National Park, Himachal Pradesh
The Autumn Delights
After you have finished with your wildlife trip, you can go to other parts
of India. Wherever you go, whatever you do, there is a lot for you to enjoy.
Whatever the destination is, you will enjoy and be amused by its settings.
Be it the attractions, the culture, the costumes, the language, the
festivals, India will always confuse and amuse you.
If
you keep keen interest in the festivals of India, then this is the time to
enjoy. Durga Puja, Dussehra and Deepavali are some of the major festivals,
you can cherish in India during the Autumns. If you are interested in Durga
Puja, then head towards West Bengal - The idols of Goddess Durga accompanied
by her whole family and the exquisite Puja Pandals, the Bengali Sweets are
just irresistible. Dussehra is another Autumn festival celebrated through
out India, but, the most ideal place to celebrated it is Karnataka and North
India. As like many festivals, Dussehra symbolizes the triumph of good over
evil. Deepavali is celebrated through out the world by the Hindus with great
pomp and show. But, India is the best option to make your festival
celebration more accomplishing. This is the great festival honouring Mother
Lakshmi (goddess of wealth). Generally all Hindus participate and celebrate
this festival.
Few Difficulties
Although Autumn is the best time to visit India, you might face some
problem. There are many chances of falling ill, if authentic food and water
is not consumed. There are chance of Mosquito bites too, specifically in the
remote areas. People generally speak their local language, the educated one
can speak English. The terrain is varied and sometimes very challenging. You
may face difficulty in finding your kind of food. Except from some luxurious
hotels, you may not find your choice of food. Transportation in the remote
areas are not too appreciable.
Few Suggestions
Don't get into any unknown or illegal activity. Do not disturb the local
culture and local atmosphere. Try to respect the local lifestyle. Get well
informed about the routes and the place you are going to visit. Drink
packaged bottled water and consume food from authentic restaurants. Use
mosquito repellents to avoid mosquito bites. Contact us whenever in trouble,
while travelling Wildlife India.
If you want more information on Wildlife India Tour then get back to us,
whenever needed. Let us know your requirements, so that we can make your
trip to India Wildlife completely exceptional and exciting.
