Near the township of Sawai Madhopur, in the state of Rajasthan, Ranthambore National Park is an outstanding example of Project Tiger's efforts at conservation in the country. The forests around the Ranthambore Fort were once, the private hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur. The desire to preserve the game in these forests for sport, was responsible for their conservation, and subsequent rescue by Project Tiger. In 1972, it was estimated, that there were around 1927 tigers in India, of which Rajasthan had 74, and the number of big cats in Ranthambore Sanctuary was 14. 1972 was also the year that Project Tiger was launched, and this sanctuary was taken into its wings, alongwith seven other sanctuaries and national parks.


When To Visit
The best time to visit the park is between October - June.

How To Get There
By air: Jaipur (180 km) is the nearest airport.
By rail: The Park is around 11 km away from Sawai Madhopur railway station, that lies on the Delhi to Bombay trunk route.
By road: A good network of buses connect Sawai Madhopur, the nearest town, with quite a few areas around.

Where To Stay
RTDC Jhoomar Baori Forest Lodge, RTDC Hotel Kamdhenu, Maharaja Lodge (Taj Group), Sawai Madhopur Lodge, PWD Rest House, and Jogi Mahal which lies within the park premises, are some of the available means of accomodation. 

Contact
Field Director, Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan.