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The national capital territory is a blend of heritage and modern infrastructure. While the old Delhi is sighted with antique monuments, New Delhi is full of economic hubs and metropolitan towns. The residents here are more of employee level, mostly with the mundane routine. Hence the National Parks in and around Delhi serve as a perfect travel destination.

Delhi covers over 1484 square kilometers of area and hence, travel enthusiasts prefer exploring the outskirts for a good weekend getaway. There are quite a few national parks located around Delhi that are frequently visited by the Delhites. Moreover, a long drive or a travel to explore nature is relaxing. We, at Wildtrails do encourage wildlife exploration since we have come across lots of tourists doing so resulting in multiple benefits in a single safari ride. What more do you need than staying away from the noisy traffic and the polluted air? We believe, visiting the jungle is a way of self-healing to most of mental issues.

Here are the major national parks that you can plan to explore if you stay in Delhi

Sariska National Park :

Sariska National Park is in Alwar district of Rajasthan. It is just 200 kilometers from Delhi which means a 4-hour drive on the expressway. The national park got the fame when the tiger was successfully airlifted from Ranthambore in 2004. Since then, there are over 20 tigers that can be seen in the 800 square kilometres forest.

There are 2 gates and 4 zones here. Know All Sariska Safari Entry Gates and Different Kind Of Zones

There are 2 types of safaris here in Sariska

Gypsy safari – A 6-seater exclusive gypsy safari is the best way to boost your chances of sightings in Sariska.

Canter safari – Exploring the forest in a canter is the most economical way for a wildlife adventure.

Distance from Delhi: 200 km

Best Time To Visit Sariska – November to May

Park timings – 6 AM – 9 AM; 3 PM to 6 PM

Ranthambore National Park :

Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest national parks in the northern part of India. The forest is in Sawai Madhopur district in Rajasthan. It would be around 400 kilometers from the national capital. However, you can reach Ranthambore from Delhi as there are public transport buses from the NCR region besides the national highways.

There are over 10 zones to explore Ranthambore. Effective planning towards safari adventure in Ranthambore would indeed be worth it. We, at Wildtrails have heard stories of the best wildlife sightings here. The forest reserve is crowded most of the time, the safari drives are always in high demand.

There are exclusive gypsy and canter options to choose for safari just like in Sariska National Park. Wildtrails pro-tip: Always choose the gate first before booking your accommodations. Get to know more of the gates and zones, choose the right zone and corresponding accommodation at  https://wildtrails.in/

There are 2 types of safaris here in Ranthambore:

Gypsy safari – A 6-seater exclusive gypsy safari is the best way to boost your chances of sightings in Ranthambore.

Canter safari – Exploring the forest in a canter is the most economical way for a wildlife adventure.

The normal safari can be planned in 2 slots: morning and evening. Morning safari is between 6 AM – 9 AM, while evening safari is between 3 PM – 6 PM. Besides, you can plan for a half-day and a full-day safari here at Ranthambore with the option of exploring the woods in a gypsy.

Distance from Delhi: 400 km

Best time to visit Ranthambore – November to May

Park timings – 6 AM to 6 PM

Rajaji National Park :

The state of Uttarkhand is simply heaven offering the best possible to the tourists visiting there. Rajaji National Park is one such place where the wildlife is unique and located in the foothills of Himalayas. The forest reserve is around 250 kilometers from Delhi.

The 800 odd square kilometers have a lot to offer for when it comes to flora and fauna. It is mostly known for the elephant population. More than 500 elephants are seen here. Besides, there are tigers, panthers, spotted deer, barking deer, wild boars, and sambhars to name a few of the wildlife species.

The only option available in Rajaji National Park is a jeep safari. Morning safari is scheduled from 6 AM – 9 AM and evening safari is scheduled from 3 PM – 4:30 PM.

Rajaji National Park is closer to Rishikesh, the place that is popular for river rafting and for scenic views. Hence, there are quite a few places that can be visited around the forest reserve.

Distance from Delhi: 250 km

Best time to visit – November to May

Park timings – 6 AM – 9 AM; 3 PM to 6 PM

Jim Corbett National Park :

Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. Established way back in 1936, Jim Corbett is the only forest reserve in India where you find accommodations within the jungle. Also, the national park is in a high altitude of Uttarakhand state. The forest is spread across 1318 square kilometers.

Jim Corbett Forest reserve is in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The place is popularly known hill station; hence you can witness a scenic landscape around the town.

Just like the other national parks, Jim Corbett National Park can be explored in a gypsy (exclusive only) or canter(shared). The third option here would be elephant safari. The canter option and the elephant safari can be availed only at a particular zone, gypsy safari is available at all the zones. Hence, the importance is high enough to choose the right zone to plan your safari. Head over to know more of the zones and gates in Jim Corbett National Park and the accommodations closer to the zones.

Safari drives can be planned in the morning or evening. The morning time slot will be from 6 AM to 10 AM while the evening slot will be from 3 PM to 6 PM. Jeep safari can be for 3 hours, while canter and elephant safari last for 1-1.5 hours.

The recent statistics state that Jim Corbett National Park is found to have the tiger reserved with most tigers in India.

Distance from Delhi: 200 km

Best time to visit Jim Corbett – November to May

Park timings – 6 AM – 9 AM; 3 PM to 6 PM

National Zoological Park :

Located in the heart of Delhi, the park is conserved with the resemblance of natural habitats captivated with most of the endangered species. White Tiger, Gaur, Jaguar, Rhinoceros, Elephants, Brow-antlered Deer (Sangai), Lion-tailed Macaque, Migratory birds (during winters), etc. are the sightings here.

Location – Delhi

Best time to visit – November to May

Park timings – 10 AM to 4 PM(Friday holiday)

Sultanpur National Park:

Sultanpur National Park is more popular for bird gazing, particularly during winter season.While, the major attraction is towards migratory birds, there are local birds seen around the park

Distance from Delhi: 15 km

Best time to visit Sultanpur National Park – November to February

Park Timings – 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Kalesar National Park :

Spread across 13000 acres, Kalesar National Park is located in Haryana state. The national park is home to variety of panthers, leopards, elephants and birds.

Distance from Delhi: 233 km

Best Time To Visit Kalesar National Park – October to February

Park timings – 24 hours

Keoladeo National Park :

Keoladeo National Park is home to over 350 species of birds during winter. The park is located in Rajasthan and is a UNESCO world heritage site.

Distance from Delhi: 200 km

Best Time To Visit Keoladeo – October to February

Park timings – 11 AM – 6 PM

Darrah National Park :

Darrah National Park was established in 2004 and is seen embedded with ample flora and Fauna

Distance from Delhi: 614 km

Best time to visit – February to May

Park timings – 8 AM – 5:30 PM

Desert National Park :

Desert National Park is located in Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan and is popular for bird gazing during winter

Distance from Delhi: 922 km

Best time to visit – October to March

Park timings – 10 AM to 5 PM

Great Himalayan National Park :

Himalayan National Park is at an altitude of 6000 meters above sea level. This place is a perfect example of rich biodiversity.

Distance from Delhi : 336 km

Best time to visit : March to June and September to November

Park timings : Open 24 hours

Pin Valley National Park :

Pin Valley National Park is located within the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh.

Distance from Delhi : 374 km

Best time to visit – May to October

Park timings – 8 AM – 5 PM

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We have made your job easy in sorting out the best wildlife parks near Delhi. It’s time to explore them and make your excursions a lifetime to remember.

FAQs About National Parks :

1.Which is the oldest National Park in India?

The oldest National Park in India is the Jim Corbett National Park, established in 1936.

2. What is the best season to visit various places in Sariska National Park?

The best time to visit Sariska National Park is from October to February.

3. How many national parks are there in India today?

There are 104 existing national parks in India covering over 1.33% geographical area of the country.

4. Which national park is better to choose if traveling from Delhi among Sariska or Ranthambore?

Sariska is closer to Delhi and can be reached in 3-4 hours. Ranthambore is a 6-7 hours drive from Delhi. Both the national parks are good for sightings, however, Ranthambore is vast and takes more time to explore, compared to Sariska.

To sum up,

If you are looking for a weekend getaway, choose Sariska.

If you are a wildlife lover and have more time to explore, go for Ranthambore.

5. Which are some of the other National Parks near Delhi?

The National Parks close by Delhi are Dudhwa National Park, Bandhavgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Panna National Park, and Kanha National Park.

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