Published on Jun, 2024
My experience at ranthambore was amazing. We did 3 tours in zone 2,3&4 and got 7 sightings! (2&4 by gypsy, 3 in cantar)
We went in June, at the end of the dry season meaning that the parks nature was not at its most beautiful, however the higher chances of tiger spotting well made up for it.
Zone 4 had great diversity, with lots of deer, birds, boar, crocodile, antelope & more.
We managed to see two tigers mating in zone 4
Zone 2 was great, we saw 5 tigers total, including a mother tiger and her 3 not so small cubs, whom were chasing a sloth bear. They came right by our gypsy vehicle, with the mother tiger being only a metre away from me.
Zone 3, despite unfortunately not seeing a tiger, has such natural beauty. Massive rainfall the night before resulted in the lakes filling, and lots more greenery.
The tour company, especially Laxman were so helpful, making the trip from booking until on the tour itself so smooth and easy!
There are many low rated reviews on here, mainly due to people being late to book and getting stuck with not so great zones. I recommend booking at least 2-3 months in advance to get good zones (1-6 , although the people whom are helping you with your booking through this site will help you), and to get the opportunity to do the tour by gypsy opposed to cantar (gypsy is 6 seat jeep, cantar 20 seater)
Gypsys are much better, as you can get in much better positions, aswell as much more movement. I felt like when i was in the cantar we were just waiting around for a gypsy to spot a tiger (which didnt happen).
Overall great experience. Hotel Saif Ranthambore was great too!
