When did India join Ramsar treaty ?

India joined the Ramsar Treaty in 1982 and it has nearly 40 Ramsar sites and every year on 01st Feb world Ramsar wetland day is celebrated. Chilka lake was declared the first Ramsar site presently the number of these sites have increased up to 42.

These are spread all over India and specially Ramsar sites in golden triangle are very famous all over the globe. These are also spread from the hills of Kashmir to the plains of Uttar Pradesh and Punjab and the arid area of Rajasthan.

Visiting Ramsar sites in Golden Triangle

The golden triangle tour India gives immense opportunities of exploration. As these three cities Delhi Agra Jaipur are rich in cultural and historical heritage. Besides those tourists who want to indulge in avian experience can find plethora of options such as visiting the Ramsar sites of Uttar Pradesh near Agra and of Rajasthan near Jaipur. Thus you can spend more than a week on your favorite destinations simply make a plan starting from Delhi and spend a day in Delhi. Later pave your way towards Agra where you visit the epitome of love the Taj Mahal.

You have a chance to visit the three world heritage sites in Agra city. Besides you also can visit the four Ramsar sites while staying in Agra. You have to make a plan for 4 nights stay in Agra to cover at least 2 or three of these four as some of the sites are located more than 100 kms far from Agra. Later you move to Jaipur and en-route you visit the world famous Ramsar site of Keoladeo national park, while staying in Jaipur and exploring the heritage sites of the city you can plan for the excursion of Ramsar site of Sambhar Lake Finally you can move to your desired destination.

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Famous Ramsar sites in Golden Triangle

Sansar Nawar- Etawah
In uttar Pradesh state the upper Ganga stretches from Brijghat to Narsar and was declared the first Ramsar site in the year 2005.Later on 6 other sites and wetlands were included in the list and Sarsai Nawar in etawah district is one amongst them. Book Maharaja Express
Keetham (Sur sarovar Agra)
Sur sarovar popularly known as Keetham lake lies on Delhi-Agra highway and is the eight ramsar site of Uttar Pradesh . This scenic lake is renowned for it beauty and avian diversity. This pentagonal lake has nearly 7.15 square km catchment area and provides refugee to more than 100 species of local and migratory birds. More than 50.000 water birds visit the lake every year and thousands of birdwatchers visit it annually.

Samdi- Hardoi
This wetland is fresh water marsh spread in an area of 310 hectares. It is designated as Ramsar site in 2019. Located in samdi town of Hardoi district, this site is best known for its rich variety of aquatic species.

Saman bird sanctuary –Mainpuri
Saman bird sanctuary is located close to Agra in karhal tehsil of Manipuri district and you can include it in your Golden Triangle tour .It is spread in 530 hectare and is declared as Ramsar site in 2019, This provides shelter to more than 50000 water birds.

Keoladeo Ghana –Bharatpur
Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary is a paradise for the bird watchers you can easily include the tour of this world famous Ramsar site in your Delhi Agra Jaipur tour plan. This world heritage site is spread in an area of 2800 hectares. This is a habitat for 365 bird species. Every year thousands of migratory birds flock this wetland. This sanctuary is located at a distance of 60 kms from Agra and 160 from Jaipur.

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Sambhar lake
This is a rain fed lake and is renowned for salt production. This was designated as the Ramsar site in 1990. The salinity of Sambhar lake is between 30 and 40 grams per liter. This lake is located 80 kms from Jaipur and only 60 kms from Ajmer. This wetland is brimming with thousands of flamingos.

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Those who are avid wildlife lovers can get a golden chance to delve deep into the vast jungle treasures of Madhya Pradesh. Here you can visit 9 national parks and 6 tiger parks, which are the famous tiger reserves in India. This is the only state of India which has the highest number of tigers which were almost 526 in numbers up to 2019.

Why Madhya Pradesh is known as the tiger state of India?

Madhya Pradesh has the largest number of tigers in the country and has the credit of large tiger reserves such as Kanha Tiger Reserve, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Pench Reserve, etc. As an enthusiast of tigers, you have a good chance to spot this charismatic breed of a large cat in these tiger reserves in India. The obvious reasons for such large numbers of the presence of tigers are the presence of vast forest cover which is more than 30 % of the whole land area. Another factor is the presence of other suitable fauna which has a symbiotic relation with the tiger.

Kanha Tiger Reserve- one of the most famous tiger reserves in India

Nestled in the picturesque lap of Maikal ranges of Satpura in the districts of Mandla and Balaghat, Kanha Tiger Reserve covers around 950 sq kms area. Also known as Kanha Kisli National Park this is one of the most prominent wildlife sanctuaries of India. First it was declared as a national park in 1955 and later it attained the status of Tiger Reserve in the year 1973.

The long bamboo and sal trees and lush green pastures of Kanha have been the source of inspiration for the jungle lovers since time immemorial. These jungles have been the meditation places for the sages and the home to the tribal since ages. Besides they have been the theme and background for many literary masterpieces. Worth mention is the fiction “Jungle Book “ of Rudyard Kipling.

How to reach Kanha National Park ?

Kanha National Park is well connected with the major cities of Madhya Pradesh and India. You can take a private car or taxi and reach the jungle easily. In case you want to take flight you can take flight either to Jabalpur or Nagpur and from either of these airports you can take a car. This National Park is 175 kms away from Jabalpur and 265 kms from Nagpur. In case one wants to do train journey you have the option either to take the train bound to Jabalpur or Gondia railway stations. These are nearly 150 kms far from the tiger park.

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Kanha National Park safari timings and entry fee

Vehicles Permitted to enter inside the national park in each shift:

Safari Timings:
Kanha National Park remain open for visitors from 16th October to 30th June. The safari timings are:

Kanha Kisli National Park Safari Charges (Entrance Ticket + Guide Fee + Jeep Rent + Service Charge

Unique facts about the tigers

 1-Bengal tiger and the Siberian tigers are the biggest in the cat species

2- There were 9 species of tiger family. Out of these9 only 5 are alive now-Bengal tiger, Malayan tiger, Indo Chinese tiger, Sumatran tiger and Siberian tiger.

3-Few sub species of the tiger family are extint now namely- Bali tiger, Caspian tiger and Javan tiger.

4-White tiger is also of tiger family .It’s color changed over the years on account of environment and presence of special pigment.

5-Male tigers attract the new born cubs born from the other father so that they can attract the female mothers for mating. Book Maharaja express

Flora and fauna of Kanha National Park

The effervescent flora of Kanha National Park includes more than 900 species of flowering plants, indigenous shrubs and creepers. It’s lush green meadows and the wetlands are the safe places for the migratory and the domestic birds. Beside spotting the large cats you also have the chance to see the other wildlife such as wild boars, sloth bears, gaurs,  langurs, chousinga. Besides fauna this park has the valuable gift of flora. Nearly 600 different varieties of flowers are found in this park area.

Conservation of Barasinga

 The main feature of Kanha National Park has been the  barasinga since ages and this species of hardground swamp deer became victimized and thus became endangered species. It was a herculean task on the side of the forest officials to save this species which was on the verge of extinction but several measures were adopted to conserve this species.

Baiga tribe rehabilation  efforts

Baiga is a nomadic tribe which used to live in the adjoining villages of the forest of Kanha and were totally relying on the forest for their basic needs. In the efforts to provide large space to the tigers and expanding the habitat, Baiga’s were relocated first in 1968 and in 2010 as well to the new barren land . Thus Baiga tribe has to suffer a lot on account of losing their land for the sake of tiger as in the new areas they could not cope with the situation and get suitable job opportunities to survive  and they have to fall prey to the  minis like excessive drinking and mal nutrition etc. The government is very concerned to take them out from their pitiful life and improving their living standards. Serious steps are being taken to join them in the mainstream.

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Bandhavgarh National Park- Other Famous Tiger Reserves in India

Set amidst the lush greenery and Vindhya mountain ranges Bandhavgarh National Park derives it’s name  from the fortress bearing the same same which is very historic and  located in the close  proximity to the park. This famous National Park is located in Umaria district of M. P. and covers a.  Area of 105 kmsq. Previously this biodiverse forest was the hunting preserve of the erstwhile maharaja of Reewa state. After the independence of India in 1947 Reeva district came under the state of Madhya Pradesh.

Indian government made the ordinance for the Project Tiger in 1972 and passed the Wildlife Protection Act in the same year. Thus under the new regulations the number of the tigers increased which was dwindling day by day on account of illegal poaching activities. Presently it is a matter of extreme delight that the Bandhavgarh National Park has the largest density of the population of royal Bengal tiger in India.

How to reach Bandhavgarh  National Park?

The nearest railway station to Bandhavgarh is Umaria . You can reach your destination by using the overnight train  from Delhi or Agra .You can pre-book taxi from Umaria to Tada village which falls close to the forest .Another option is to book the seat in the train for Katni railway station and from there hire a jeep or other private vehicle or taxi of the similar kind  and thus pave your way towards the hotel in Bandhavgarh.

 Besides train you can fly to Jabalpur and drive from there. The point to remember is that the park remains closed from 1^st July to 30 September .The forest remains closed on the festivals of Holi, Diwali and every Wednesday evening.

 The Indian land of white tigers

It is considered that these forests were at times the dwelling places of the elusive white tigers. However since almost half century there has been no sighting of the white tigers in the land It is conceived that less than a dozen are reportedly seen in India in a century and most of them are seen  in these dense forests of Bhandhavgarh.

Floral & avion experience of Bandhavgarh

On account of the excessive growth of tropical trees and grasslands, your heart can throb at the sight of thousands of budding and blooming flowers and watching scores of multi coloured birds  such as plum headed parakeet, orange headed thrush, hoopoe, barbet myna hornbill , peafowl etc.  Besides these birds you can see nearly 80 species of butterflies.

 What other wildlife can be seen at Bandhavgarh besides tiger?

 Though tiger is the major attraction of this National Park, you can spot many other wildlife species such as -Gaur, sambar, barking deer, nilgai, striped hyena , chital, Indian leopard etc. Couple of years back there was a phenomenal number of gaurs (bison) in the forest but due to the spread of disease all of them passed away. Now they are almost extinct in this park, so some of them were transferred from Kanha National Park in 2012. This type of wildlife is visible in all zones -Magdhi, Tala and Khitauli.

Bandhavgarh National Park entry fee & charges

Bandhavgarh National Park multiplies tiger numbers!!!

It is amatter of extreme delight that recently the jungle administration proclaimed the birth of 6 tiger cubs in the forest in 2020. This has enhanced the tiger population in the tiger park.

Pench Tiger Reserve – One of the top tiger reserves in India

 An impeccable place, full of natural beauties, Pench National Park has it’s nomenclature after the river named Pence which flows right through the park. This park is located in the remote lands of Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh. The famous author Rudyard Kipling also pens down about Pench in his famed treatise “Jungle Book” in 1894. Thus this park attained the universal praise and attention and millions of wildlife lovers come to this jungle to soak themselves into the natures gifts.

 The park area abounds in rocky trails, glassy rivers and gushing rivulets and this sort of ambience along with the presence of diverse flora and fauna allures the nature lovers. The park provides the maximum opportunities for the sighting of the royal Bengal tiger. IF we go deep into history, we, can find the mention of this famous jungle in Abul Fazal’s  biography of Akabar ‘’Ain-A Akabari”.

History of Pench National Park

Pench was marked as a sanctuary in 1977 first and later in the year 1983 it was given the status of  a National Park  and finally in 1992 it was acclaimed as the tiger reserve. This park covers an area of 760 sq kms. During the dominion of the Gond rulers  in 17th century  large area of this present surviving jungle was cleared up for the cultivation , otherwise it was a very large area.The tiger reserve is divided into three forest ranges – Gumatra ,Karmajhiri  and Kurai.

 How to reach Pench National Park?

If you intend to travel to Pench you have to fly to Nagpur which is the nearest airport to this place. From this airport you can take a taxi to Pench which is located at a distance of 95 kms. In case you want to do train journey, you have to book the train to Seoni railway station which is almost 33 kms far from the Pench Tiger Reserve. Besides you can plan a road trip to this place from important places of Madhya Pradesh and some cities of Maharashtra.

Best time to visit Pench

The best season to visit the national park is the winter season from October to Febrary but the best time is the summer months of March, April, May and June when the mercury rises up extremely and the tigers turn out to the water bodies to quench their thirst. During the Monsoon period most of these sanctuaries including Pench remain closed to the tourists as this is the mating time for the tigers.

Wildlife in Pench National Park

 Pench Tiger Park boasts of it’s rich fauna and flora and it is a pleasure house for scores of endangered species. Out of this rare wildlife the most interesting predator is the tiger. And these are almost 25 in number. The other species of the wildlife that you can explore in Pench include leopard, wild dog, jacal, jungle cat, wild boar, hyena etc. Besides these species you can also notice some other species of prey animals such as cheetal, gaurs, langurs etc.

Satpura Tiger Reserve – Another Famous Tiger Reserves in India

 This renowned tiger reserve is an amalgam of two wildlife sanctuaries -Bori and Panchmarhi. Located in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, the tiger reserve is spread in alarge area of 2135 sq kms. The terrain of Satpura National Park consists of narrow gorges, deep valleys and seasonal rivers alongwith the unusually growth of trees of sal and other medicinal shrubs. This park has well developed nature walks, the activities of canoeing and elephant safaris.

 Gettings there

 This tiger park is located nearly 170 kms far from Bhopal, the state capital of Madhya Pradesh. It is 250 kms from Jabalpur. You can fly Bhopal airport and hire a taxi cab for a drive to the park.  You can also use the train.The nearest railway stations to the park are -Piparia, Itarsi, Hoshangabad .  Piparia is 55 kms from the park .A large number of trains run from Delhi , Kolkatta , Mumbai and other metro cities to  the above mentioned railway stations.

Satpura National Park timings and entry charges

Good news of increase of tiger numbers

 During the lock down period in India it is reported that there is an increase of 8 new tigers in Satpura Tiger Reserve. Now according to the statics the tiger number has risen to 52 from 44.

 The forest officials have jumped to the conclusion by the pugmarks and the pictures captured in the cameras.

 Best time to visit Satpura National Park

 The best time to visit Satpura National Park is the winter season which occurs from October to February. As this time of the year the sunrays do not fall overhead, rather they fall slanting. Thus the heat in the atmosphere is less during this time of the year and it is very pleasant to visit the park this time. In the monsoon season which is in the months of July, August and September the mating of the tigers takes place and the parks remain closed. Once the monsoon is over you can see the wildlife and the flora in anew resplendence.

Flora & fauna of Satpura National Park

This famous tiger reserves in India abounds in biodiversity. Besides tigers, you can encounter many wild animals such as chital, sambar, nilgai, antelopes, wild boar, and blackbuck. For the birdwatchers also this place presents a plethora of options to capture Instagram-worthy pictures of domestic and migratory birds. You also get to see different plants such as Mahua, Tendu, bel, bamboo, and many medicinal shrubs.

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Chambal River is a tributary to the Yamuna and emanates from janapav Hill. Flowing through the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh it merges into the Yamuna in Etawah District of Uttar Pradesh. The area around the river has always been inspiring the wildlife avion species. And this is one of the most unpolluted river of India.

Once this area was having infamy with the dacoits, but since almost two decades back the problem has come to an end. Presently tourists enjoy Chambal Safari Wildlife Tour Activities in the River.

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About Chambal Safari

Chambal safari  a great experience for those who are passionate about Indian wildlife and avion species. As Indian sub continent is full of bird sanctuaries and wildlife habitats. In your India tour you have wide ranging choice to vosit the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Similarly if you are on Agra Tours you can plan for an unique experience of Chambal safaris which provides you a soothing experience of boat surfing on the tranquil waters of the Chambal river and visualizing the landscape full with aquatic animals and Avion species. This national Chambal sanctuary is an abode to the Gharials, Crocodiles fresh water dolphin and many other animals such as otters , jungle cats etc. As a bird watcher you have plethora of option to spot nearly320 species of migratory and local birds Chambal safari tour can be enjoyed at Jarar in uttar Pradesh. Dholpur in Rajasthan.

Location of Chambal Safari

The famous spot of Chambal Sanctuary is located almost 65 km away from the city of Taj- Agra close to jarar village. This village falls into Bah Tahsil of Agra district and is close to the famous religions place- Bateshwar. Since almost 20 years back to Chambal Safari Wildlife Tour Activities are arranged over here in the Valley of Chambal River by the native inhabitants.

If you cherish the desire to spot the Crocodiles or Alligators you can desire for an hour to this place and book the wildlife safari tour and Agra activities in advance. After you reach the spot you will be welcomed and served same refreshments. Later embark on the boat cruise with an experienced boatman, life saving jackets and naturalist tour guide. Book Maharaja Express

How to reach Chambal Safari?

By air- The nearest airport to Chambal safari is Agra airport. Besides you can land at IGI Delhi or Lucknow international airport and hire a taxi and approach Chambal safari by using the expressway.

By Train- You can arrive at Agra cant or Agra fort railway station and reach Chambal Safari by car.

By road- From Agra you can hire a cab or tuk tuk and reach Chambal covering a distance of 70kms

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What to see in Chambal Safari?

During the Chambal Safari Wildlife Tour you get to see lots of nature birds and migratory birds like Indian skimmers, whistling ducks, Grey heron etc. Also you can also see the alligators basking into the sunlight on some islands. As this is the only place where you can see fresh water dolphins, you might encounter them in the rippling waters.

Chambal Safari Booking

For Chambal Safari Booking you can call or Whats App on +91 9837339904, you can also mail at info@samindiatours.com 

Chambal Safari Timings

Chambal Safari duration of time is nearly 2 to 3 hours. The best time to do Chambal safari is either in the morning or late in the evening. In the winters it is nice to enjoy safari the mid-way as the alligators come in the islands to bask themselves. Thus there are enough chances for the sighting.

One day Chambal safari trip from Delhi

Delhi to Chambal safari

6 AM  – you will be picked from your hotel in Delhi and will be driven towards Agra. It would take nearly 3 and half hours when you reach Jevar village in Bah Tehsil.    

9:30 am now as you approach the safari lodge you will be hosted for a cup of tea or drinks. Later proceed to explore the wildlife at Kangra Ghal using a boat cruise.

10 am enjoy the sprawling sanctuary and its endangered fauna such as Gharials. The river sanctuary falls on 3 states Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The gushing river and the ravines provide a mesmerize impact. The sanctuary is spread in an area of 400 kms and was declared protected in 1979. You will be provided with safety gear and a local naturalist and will cruise nearly 8 kms.   

1:30 PM now you leave the board to savour the local delicacies at the lunch in a lodge

3 Pm Post lunch drive for half an hour to reach the farmed Bateshwar group of temples. Here you visit the ancient temple dedicated to Lord shiva. The legend says that Lord shiva once had respite for a short while under the Banyan Tree. Hence this place is known as Bateshwar Nath or the lord of Bat. This place had been one of the renowned places for Hinduism and Jainism. Close to Bateshwar you visit the ancient Jain temple at shauripur. 

5:30 PM after experiencing the religious essence you will depart towards Delhi in to same car.

8: 30 PM now we will transfer you back to your hotel in Delhi.

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