Ranthambore safari zones

Ranthambore National Park is one of India’s most famous tiger reserves. Dry deciduous forest, rocky hills and lakes sit around the 10th-century Ranthambore Fort.

Season / zones

Period / ZoneNotes
October–FebruaryCool, comfortable
March–JuneHot; waterhole sightings
July–SeptemberTypically closed
ZoneTerrainHighlightsSuits
Zones 1–5Lakes, fort foothillsClassic sightingsFirst-timers
Zones 6–10Forest and bufferQuieter drivesRepeat visitors