Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary

Sariska Tiger Reserve is well nestled in the Aravali Hills covering 800 sq km area divided into the grasslands, dry deciduous forests, sheer cliffs and rocky landscape. Whether you want to have camel safaris, go out for shopping in the surrounding places, visit medieval palaces or wildlife watching; Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary is the best place for you.

Nearly 90% of the area in the sanctuary is covered with dhok trees accommodating various wildlife species. A variety of other wild animals like theleopard, sambhar, chital, nilgai, four-horned antelope, wild boar, rhesus  macaque, langur, hyena and jungle cats are found in the Sariska Tiger Reserve apart from the tiger. The Sariska National Park is home to India's largest population of peafowl, and harbours quail, sand grouse, golden- backed woodpeckers and crested serpent eagles, among other species. Also the Siliserh Lake on the edge of the park has a large number of crocodiles.

The Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary houses the ruins of medieval temples of Garh-Rajor that date back to the 10th and 11th centuries. Also a 17th century castle on a hilltop at Kankwari provides a panoramic view of flying vultures and eagles. The Sariska was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and attained the status of a National Park in 1979.

Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur.

About Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary Sharp cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravallis dominate the landscape of Sariska, whose forests are dry and deciduous. Within the Sariska wildlife sanctuary there are the ruins of medieval temples of Garh-Rajor, belonging to the 10th and 11th centuries. A 17th century castle on a sharp hilltop at Kankwari, provides a panoramic view of flying Egyptian vultures and eagles. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979. Major Wildlife Attractions Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers around Talvriksh. The avian world is also well represented with a rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.

General information Sariska Tiger Reserve SARISKA is the only Tiger Reserve in close proximity of the Country’s capital City of New Delhi and Rajasthan’s capital city Jaipur. Distance and Routes – From Delhi 200 Kms. via Gurgaon – Dharuhera – Bhiwari Tijara - Kishangarhbas - Alwar. From Jaipur 110 Kms. via Shahpura – Bairath – Thanagazi. Travel time – From Delhi maximum 4hrs. From Jaipur approx. 2hrs. Seasons – Winter – mid-October to January. Spring – February to March. Summer – April to June. Monsoon – July to mid-September. Sariska Tiger Reserve remain open form 1st October to 30th June for all seven days of the week. All other Tiger reserves, National parks, Wildlife sanctuaries of India remain close for three months during Monsoon (Rainy season) from 1st July to 30th September. Unlike all other Tiger reserves, National parks and Wildlife sanctuaries of India, Sariska Tiger Reserve management provide access during Monsoon (Rainy season from 1st July to 30th September) only two days in a week on Tuesday and Saturday between 08:00 hrs. to 15:00 hrs. to pilgrims and tourists up to Pandupol Hanuman (Monkey God) Temple. Pandupol is a natural, legendry and religious site and is located in serene dense forests with magnificent rock formations, streams and rich avifaunal species. Tourists are advised to get entry at the earliest during Monsoon season (Only on Tuesday and Saturday) to enjoy their safari to the fullest. Later it becomes crowded because of the traffic of pilgrims. Best time for visit – Usually early morning and late afternoon is considered best time for Jungle Safari. But sightings vary according to season, local weather, time of day. NOTE: Please note that you have to bring any of your ID proof like passport / Driving License / Voter ID Cards, any of these documents are must while Travelling, otherwise, you may have to face the legal Problem.