- Indian National Parks
- Indian Wildlife Packages
- Bird Sanctuaries In India
- South India Wildlife Tour (15 N / 16 D)
- Wildlife Tour with India and Nepal (14 N / 15 D)
- India Wildlife Special Tour Package (13 N/ 14 D)
- North East India With Kaziranga (13 N / 14 D)
- Uttarakhand Wildlife Tour Packages (12 N / 13 D)
- Wildlife Tour Package of Orissa (08 N / 09 D)
- Chhattisgarh Wildlife Tour Package (05 N / 06 D)
Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur(Rajasthan), India 
Facts & Figure
Area : 29 Sq. Km
Altitude : 174m above mean sea level
Temperature Range : 45°C to 10°C
Best time to Visit : August to February
About Keoladeo National Park
Keoladeo National Park is situated in the town of Bharatpur in the north Indian state of Rajasthan, about 55 kms from the Agra - the city of Taj. Keoladeo National Park is famous as one of Asia's finest birding areas, with over 380 resident and migrant species, including the Common, Demoiselle and the rare Siberian Cranes. Previously known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
In 1981, Keoladeo was given the status of national park. The park is spread over an area of 29 Sq Kms of which 11-sq-kms are marshes and the rest scrubland and grassland. Keoladeo, the name derives from an ancient Hindu temple, devoted to Lord Shiva, which stands at the centre of the park. 'Ghana' means dense, referring to the thick forest, which used to cover the area.
Attractions at Keoladeo Ghana National Park
The main attractions for tourists visiting the Keoladeo Ghana Park are the migratory birds, which come from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia to spend their winters in Bharatpur, before returning back to their breeding grounds. Some of the migratory birds that visit Keoladeo /Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Hawks, Pelicans, Geese, Shanks, Ducks, Eagles, Warblers, Stints, Wagtails, Buntings, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Larks, Pipits etc. Besides the migratory and resident birds, other tourist attractions in Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary include the Bharatpur government Museum, Lohagarh Fort and Deeg Palace.
Flora and Fauna in Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Flora :A major portion of the landscape of Keoladeo Ghana National Park is comprised of scrublands and grasslands. One can also find marshes in a significant area of the park. Then, there is wide plantation of acacias, which was done under an afforestation program.
Fauna :The animals found commonly at Keoladeo Ghana Wildlife Sanctuary of Rajasthan are Golden Jackal, Striped Hyena, Fishing Cat, Jungle Cat, Nilgai, Sambar, Blackbuck and Wild Boar.
Other Attraction of Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Bharatpur falls in the Golden Triangle route of India. So, you can extend your trip to the Golden Triangle Route which include - Delhi, Agra & Jaipur. The park is situated in the most enthralling state of India - Rajasthan. When you are so close to this royal land of India, how can you miss your trip to this place. But, the closest of the attractions are - Bharatpur Govenment Museum, Bharatpur Palace, Lohagarh Fort, Deeg Palace (32 km). The entire state will leave some mind-boggling experience in your life. But, if not possible, you can make you tour more flavoursome by visiting Jaipur (176 km), the capital city of Rajasthan.
Facts & Figure
Area : 29 Sq. Km
Altitude : 174m above mean sea level
Temperature Range : 45°C to 10°C
Best time to Visit : August to February
About Keoladeo National Park
Keoladeo National Park is situated in the town of Bharatpur in the north Indian state of Rajasthan, about 55 kms from the Agra - the city of Taj. Keoladeo National Park is famous as one of Asia's finest birding areas, with over 380 resident and migrant species, including the Common, Demoiselle and the rare Siberian Cranes. Previously known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
In 1981, Keoladeo was given the status of national park. The park is spread over an area of 29 Sq Kms of which 11-sq-kms are marshes and the rest scrubland and grassland. Keoladeo, the name derives from an ancient Hindu temple, devoted to Lord Shiva, which stands at the centre of the park. 'Ghana' means dense, referring to the thick forest, which used to cover the area.
Attractions at Keoladeo Ghana National Park
The main attractions for tourists visiting the Keoladeo Ghana Park are the migratory birds, which come from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia to spend their winters in Bharatpur, before returning back to their breeding grounds. Some of the migratory birds that visit Keoladeo /Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Hawks, Pelicans, Geese, Shanks, Ducks, Eagles, Warblers, Stints, Wagtails, Buntings, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Larks, Pipits etc. Besides the migratory and resident birds, other tourist attractions in Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary include the Bharatpur government Museum, Lohagarh Fort and Deeg Palace.
Flora and Fauna in Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Flora :A major portion of the landscape of Keoladeo Ghana National Park is comprised of scrublands and grasslands. One can also find marshes in a significant area of the park. Then, there is wide plantation of acacias, which was done under an afforestation program.
Fauna :The animals found commonly at Keoladeo Ghana Wildlife Sanctuary of Rajasthan are Golden Jackal, Striped Hyena, Fishing Cat, Jungle Cat, Nilgai, Sambar, Blackbuck and Wild Boar.
Other Attraction of Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Bharatpur falls in the Golden Triangle route of India. So, you can extend your trip to the Golden Triangle Route which include - Delhi, Agra & Jaipur. The park is situated in the most enthralling state of India - Rajasthan. When you are so close to this royal land of India, how can you miss your trip to this place. But, the closest of the attractions are - Bharatpur Govenment Museum, Bharatpur Palace, Lohagarh Fort, Deeg Palace (32 km). The entire state will leave some mind-boggling experience in your life. But, if not possible, you can make you tour more flavoursome by visiting Jaipur (176 km), the capital city of Rajasthan.
Access From Airport The nearest airport Agra is 56-kms from Keoladeo Ghana National Park. The place is also well connected with Delhi Airport, which can be reached from Agra.
Access From Railways Regular rail services connect Bharatpur with all the major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Agra. The Bharatpur railway station is 6-kms from the park
Access From Roadways An excellent network of roadway services connects Bharatpur to all the major cities of the Rajasthan and its neighboring states like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana. Bharatpur is well connected by road from Agra (56-kms, 5 hours), Delhi (176-kms, 5 hours) and Jaipur (176-kms, 6 hours), all of which have airport facilities too.
Travel Tips For Visiting the National Park
Follow the rules, for e.g., do not walk around if you are not permitted to do so
• Do not disturb the animals during day time as most of the nocturnal animals sleep during day time.
• Do not try to irritate the animals or make them angry by teasing them.
• Wear clothes in shades of brown and green as they are less disturbing to the environment.
• Avoid wearing perfumes and do not smoke in restricted areas.
• Animals are extremely weary of the human voice. Don’t make noise, don’t play music and please don’t honk car horn.
• Take official guides along with you on the park trip.
• Do not smoke inside the park.
• Picking of plants and insects is strictly prohibited.
• Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the park surroundings.
• For the safety of the visitors, walking and hiking within the vicinity of the park is not allowed.
• Camping and picnicking is not allowed within the park.
• Carry plenty of water along with you.
• Carry Personal medication and insect repellent.
• Carry Binoculars, Cameras, film rolls and Flashlight along with books and other reading material.
• Do not use flash or intrusive photography.
• Don’t leave behind any litter and plastic bags are big hazards for animals.
• Comfortable walking shoes are appropriate than the fashionable ones.
• For winter travel heavy woolens are a must especially for open jeep safaris. Cottons are apt for summer months.
• Rain Gear is essential for the monsoons and the last
• Find about the habits of the animal you want to see to avoid disappointment.
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Follow the rules, for e.g., do not walk around if you are not permitted to do so
• Do not disturb the animals during day time as most of the nocturnal animals sleep during day time.
• Do not try to irritate the animals or make them angry by teasing them.
• Wear clothes in shades of brown and green as they are less disturbing to the environment.
• Avoid wearing perfumes and do not smoke in restricted areas.
• Animals are extremely weary of the human voice. Don’t make noise, don’t play music and please don’t honk car horn.
• Take official guides along with you on the park trip.
• Do not smoke inside the park.
• Picking of plants and insects is strictly prohibited.
• Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the park surroundings.
• For the safety of the visitors, walking and hiking within the vicinity of the park is not allowed.
• Camping and picnicking is not allowed within the park.
• Carry plenty of water along with you.
• Carry Personal medication and insect repellent.
• Carry Binoculars, Cameras, film rolls and Flashlight along with books and other reading material.
• Do not use flash or intrusive photography.
• Don’t leave behind any litter and plastic bags are big hazards for animals.
• Comfortable walking shoes are appropriate than the fashionable ones.
• For winter travel heavy woolens are a must especially for open jeep safaris. Cottons are apt for summer months.
• Rain Gear is essential for the monsoons and the last
• Find about the habits of the animal you want to see to avoid disappointment.
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