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Tiger reserve · Alwar

Sariska Tiger Reserve

Wooded valleys and rocky hills in the Aravallis, close to Delhi and Jaipur, where tigers have made a remarkable return.

LocationAlwar district, 110 km from Jaipur
Tiger reserveSince 1978
Best timeOctober – June
From DelhiAbout 200 km

The story

A little history.

Sariska was the hunting ground of the rulers of Alwar and became a tiger reserve in 1978. By 2005 its tigers had disappeared, a turning point for wildlife protection in India.

Tigers were moved here from Ranthambore from 2008 onwards, and the population has slowly grown again. The reserve is also home to leopards, sambar, nilgai, jackals and rich birdlife.

What to see

Don't miss.

  • Jeep safariMorning and afternoon drives through dry forest and grassland.
  • Kankwari FortA remote hilltop fort inside the reserve.
  • Neelkanth templesRuins of medieval temples on a plateau within the reserve.
  • Bhangarh FortThe famous ruined town just outside the reserve.

Our tip: Sariska fits neatly between Delhi and Jaipur. An afternoon safari breaks the drive.

Good to know

Questions travellers ask.

Are there tigers in Sariska now?

Yes. Tigers were reintroduced from 2008 onwards, and the population has grown since.

How far is Sariska from Jaipur?

About 110 km, roughly two and a half hours by road.

When is Sariska closed?

Parts of the reserve close during the monsoon, usually July to September.

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