JaipurThe Pink City of India is synonymous with royal palaces, grand forts and vibrant markets. Now, it is adding another feather to its cap with an exciting new attraction for wildlife lovers: a tiger safari in the Nahargarh Biological Park. Located on the edge of the city on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway, in the foothills of the Aravalli Range, this vast reserve offers an exciting opportunity to see the majestic tigers in their natural habitat at close range, further enriching the wildlife tourism landscape of Rajasthan.

Nahargarh Biological Park, already a popular spot for nature lovers, is home to a variety of species including leopards, deer and a variety of birds. Spread over 720 hectares, it already has a popular lion safari facility covering 30 hectares. According to officials, the addition of tiger safari is expected to increase the number of tourists significantly. According to reports, initially three tigers will be released in the park – tigresses Bhakti from Pune, Chameli and Gulab from Nagpur.

There will be four tourist vehicles to take tourists through the safari area, each equipped with a safety cage, offering a close encounter with the tigers. “The safari area is spread over 32 hectares and has been designed with a figure-eight track, making it easy for vehicles to navigate while also providing excellent viewing opportunities,” the report quoted an official as saying. Are.” “Each vehicle has a seating capacity of 20 people and the safari will last for an hour.”

Unlike the two established tiger reserves in Rajasthan, Ranthambore and Sariska, Nahargarh’s tiger safari offers a more accessible option for tourists and locals in Jaipur, and is poised to become a major attraction for the heritage city’s tourism industry. Which provides a new experience along with the city. Historical and cultural attractions.

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Safari was developed at a cost of Rs 4.5 crore. The entry fee to Nahargarh Biological Park is Rs 200 per person.

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