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The Great Northwest

Lions and tigers and more in wild spaces

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Explore a unique complement of savanna, wetland, prairie, and forest habitats in search of an assortment of enigmatic wildlife, including several endangered and highly localized species found nowhere else. Search for Bengal tigers with the very best odds of spotting them. Look for leopard in the beautiful habitat of huge rock boulders and scrub forest. Quest for the Indian Wild Ass and other creatures on the expansive salt flats of Gujarat’s Little Rann of Kutch. Explore primeval grasslands of Velavadar and encounter the world’s only Asiatic Lions at Gir Forest. Enjoy this rich compendium of incredible Indian wildlife experiences off the beaten track.
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
01-02
Delhi
Old Delhi and Gandhi’s legacy
03-05
Ranthambore
Tiger safaris in the park
6
Shahpura Bagh
Village life
07-08
Jawai
Leopard Conservation Reserve
09-10
The Little Rann of Kutch
Inhabitants of the salt flats
11
Velavadar
Blackbucks in the park
12-14
Gir Forest
The rare Asiatic Lion
15
Ahmedabad
Travel day
16
Departure
Depart

Detailed Itinerary

DAY
01-02
Discovering Old Delhi
Delhi
,
India
Your journey begins with arrival in New Delhi, where our representative will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. The capital city of India is a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity. Spend day 2 with your guide visiting Old Delhi by rickshaw and taking in the sights of the modern city, including a visit to the Gandhi Museum that showcases the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi.
The Great Northwest - 1
DAY
03-05
On the lookout for the magnificent Bengal Tiger
Ranthambore
,
India
Ranthambore, on the fringes of the Vindhya Hills in Eastern Rajasthan, protects 400 square kilometres of rocky hill and plateau country in dry deciduous jungle. Although it’s one of the smaller reserves in India, Ranthambore is famous as a leading tiger sanctuary in the country, with some 60 individual Bengal Tigers here, supported by large numbers of Chital, Sambar, Wild Boar and India’s signature bear species: the Sloth Bear. Take the train from Delhi to Sawai Madhapur and stay for three nights at a safari lodge. Enjoy two safaris every day with time to explore the fort inhabited by curious Langur monkeys.
The Great Northwest - 2
DAY
6
Village life
Shahpura Bagh
,
India
Set out by road, enjoying the entertainment of brightly coloured trucks and meandering cows as you pass through rural Rajasthan. Enjoy a stay in a delightful garden palace hotel, former summer home of royalty. Cycle around the lakes, visit the stunning step well, and enjoy delicious Rajasthani home cooking in a quiet setting.
The Great Northwest - 3
DAY
07-08
Cave-dwelling leopards
Jawai
,
India
Continue by road on Day 7, stopping to marvel at the 1444 carved marble pillars at the Ranakpur Jain Temple in a quiet forest setting. Spend the next day on game drives on the lookout for the leopards that inhabit the natural rocky hill outcrops. The abundance of cattle and monkeys provide the leopard with good food options for these cave-dwelling leopards.
The Great Northwest - 4
DAY
09-10
Barrenlands
The Little Rann of Kutch
,
India
The extensive, white salt flats define the landscape and are formed as tidal surges in advance of the summer monsoon flood large areas with saltwater via the Bay of Kutch. This is a rich area in terms of wildlife with many local and migratory water birds, butis best known as a refuge of the Asiatic Wild Ass. Enjoy safari drives with expert naturalists on the look out for this and other mammals.
The Great Northwest - 5
DAY
11
Antelopes and bustards
Velavadar
,
India
Established in 1976 as a sanctuary for Blackbuck, this compact 34 km2 reserve now contains one of the largest populations of the antelope in the world. Successful conservation programs are also in place for the Indian Wolf and the Lesser Florican, an endemic bustard that used to be found throughout the country, but whose numbers have been reduced in recent years. The reserve also offers very good chances of spotting the Striped Hyena. Large numbers of Common Cranes roost here and utter a thunderous roar as they congregate.
The Great Northwest - 6
DAY
12-14
Lions of the forest
Gir Forest
,
India
Drive through grassland habitat on the way to the Gir Forest National Park, home to the only surviving population of Asiatic Lions, the only wild lions outside of Africa. Conservation and breeding efforts have allowed the population to rise from about 20 in 1913 to over 400 today. We’ll have morning and afternoon drives that to observe the lions engaging in different behaviours. Gir is also home to a large population of Leopards, which tend to frequent the more heavily wooded patches of the reserve. Sambar, Chital and Wild Boar are choice prey items for large cats and roam the woodlands in good numbers.
The Great Northwest - 7
DAY
15
Travel day
Ahmedabad
,
India
Today will be largely a travel day as we make our way to Ahmedabad, Gujarat’s commercial and administrative hub. Along the way we’ll continue to watch for interesting sights and wildlife.
The Great Northwest - 8
DAY
16
International departure
Departure
,
India
Drive to the aiport and connect your fligt back home.
The Great Northwest - 9

What's Included:

·      All airport and hotel transfers

·      Accommodation based on double occupancy for 11 nights

·      Breakfast, Lunch, andDinner daily

·      Services of your driver/host

·      Transportation by comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle between locations

·      Train from Delhi to Sawai Madhopur

·      Delhi: Full day tour

·      Ranthambore: Four safari drives with expert naturalist guide

·      Shapurah: Village walk

·      Ranakhpur: Visit of the Jain Temple

·      Jawai Bandh: Two safari drives with expert naturalist guide

·      Velavadar: Safari drive with expert naturalist guide

·      Gir Forest: Four safari drives with expert naturalist guide

·      Entrance fees where applicable

·      24/7 Support Service

·      Trip kit with travel documents and itinerary information

·      All taxes and fees

What’s not included:

·      International flights

·      Visa fees

·      Travel insurance

·      Items of a personal nature: laundry, drinks, telephone calls, etc

·      Gratuities

·      Meals and services not listed

·      Video/Photography fees at monuments

·      Additional arrangements required due to emergency or other situation

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Accommodation

Trident Gurgaon

Trident Gurgaon

A modern re-imagining of a palace set in an urban oasis. Located within 15 minutes of the airport, but emphatically not an airport hotel. A refined décor with shimmering silks in the 136 rooms. Impeccable attention to detail, brilliant staff, superb dining options, and an indulgent spa add to the appeal.

Ajit Bhawan Jodhpur

Ajit Bhawan Jodhpur

Formerly a royal residence, this is one of India’s first heritage hotels. This charmingly refurbished property has 70 comfortable rooms decorated with colourful Rajasthani fabrics set in cottages around the main building. Meals are taken in the gardens, beside the lovely swimming pool.

The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

Enjoy a front row seat on the Taj Mahal with unrestricted views from all rooms. Tastefully appointed accommodation, exquisite restaurants, and deluxe spa services are the hallmark of this Oberoi luxury property, one of India’s most celebrated hotels.

On The Ground

Sandeep Singh

Sandeep Singh

Dynamic travel designer who continually develops unique ways to educate and entertain each and every tour group. Adept at delivering exceptional customer service and turning each tour opportunity into an unforgettable experience. Personally, Sandeep is a fashionable trendy gentleman who’s impossible to miss with his colorful turbans. Commencing his career within hotels, Sandeep understands the importance in providing exemplary, consistent service.

Stories

Tales and travelogues from our guests and our team travelling the world, forming new bonds and giving back to the society.

Getting a closer look at a colourful country and its vibrant culture
A well-curated tour across India that combines the best of the North and the South - people, places and heritage.
Story by Wayne Radziminski
Exploring a country of warm people and welcoming smiles
India has something new to offer, no matter how many time you visit it
Story by Lynette Husum
Travelling back in time lost in the beauty of South-east Asia
Flitting across Vietnam and Cambodia, reminiscing the past and revelling in the present
Story by Wayne Radziminski
My new friend at the Pushkar Camel Fair, India
Pushkar Experience
Story by Ruth Brodie
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