Wildlife in the Aravalli Hills
About
Sariska is an important wildlife destination in Rajasthan, located among the rugged hills, dry forests and valleys of the Aravalli Range. The region is best known for Sariska Tiger Reserve, where visitors can explore a varied landscape of forests, grasslands, rocky terrain, historic ruins and wildlife habitat. The reserve is home to tigers, leopards, sambar deer, nilgai, wild boar, langurs and many species of birds. Sariska also contains historic and religious sites, making it an interesting combination of nature, wildlife and heritage within easy reach of Jaipur and Delhi.
Highlights
Sariska Tiger Reserve
Explore the protected forest landscape of Sariska, known for tigers, leopards, deer, birds and other wildlife.
Wildlife Safaris
Join an authorised safari through forest tracks, valleys and open areas while looking for wildlife in its natural habitat.
Kankwari Fort
See the historic fort located within the reserve and discover a striking combination of Rajasthan’s wildlife and heritage.
Pandupole Hanuman Temple
Visit the well-known temple situated within the Sariska landscape and experience an important local pilgrimage site.
Aravalli Hills
Enjoy the rugged scenery of hills, rocky outcrops, dry forests and seasonal water bodies surrounding the reserve.
Birdlife
Look for peafowl, raptors, woodland birds and other species found across Sariska’s forests and open habitats.
Things to Do
Take a Wildlife Safari
Explore Sariska by authorised safari vehicle and experience its forests, wildlife and dramatic Aravalli scenery.
Look for Tigers and Leopards
Search for signs of large cats while also observing deer, antelope, wild boar, langurs and smaller wildlife.
Visit Kankwari Fort
Discover the historic fort within the reserve and enjoy views of the surrounding forest landscape.
Explore Religious Heritage
Visit Pandupole Hanuman Temple and learn about the cultural and religious traditions associated with the area.
Go Birdwatching
Observe resident and seasonal birds around forest clearings, water bodies and rocky hills.
Combine Sariska with Jaipur or Alwar
Include Sariska in a wider Rajasthan journey combining wildlife with Jaipur, Alwar and nearby heritage destinations.