Are you a wildlife enthusiast with a quest to sight something exclusive? The diverse wildlife the Indian subcontinent has to offer is sure to surprise you. Attracting a crowd of tourists every year from around the world, there is much to traverse from the Himalayan range in the north to Kanyakumari in the south in search of wildlife. Not to forget the marshy lands in eastern Indian and the desert safari in the west, India is home to myriad sanctuaries and wildlife conservation parks.

Here’s a list of some of the prominent places in India where you can discover exquisite wildlife.

1. Hemis National Park, Ladakh

If you wish to explore wildlife in the higher altitude, the Hemis National Park in Ladakh is the best place to start your journey from. A park that is home to several mountain animals, you can spot snow leopards, Red Fox, Ibex, Marmot, Blue Sheep and the Tibetan Wolf here. The tall pine trees surround this place and tourists can enjoy watching the endangered wildlife in their adventurous safari uphill.


2. Taboda, Maharashtra

Located close to Nagpur, Taboda is known to be one of the largest national parks in this belt. If you wish to catch a glimpse of the reptiles and man-eaters, this is the place! From tigers to crocodiles, Taboda is a must-visit for tiger safari lovers and bird watchers.


3. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

There’s much you can do at this grand National Park that represents the legacy of hunting among the Rajas and Maharajas who hailed from this culturally rich land. Animal species that you can sight here include the tigers, leopards, wild-cats, hyenas, foxes, jackals and a wide range of birds that freely hover around the waterholes at Bakula. From ibis, egrets, pelicans, flamingo to parakeets and more, you will enjoy watching them fly and alight.

You can walk along with the ruins of the ancient architecture at Raj Bagh and see the Padam Talao lake and the Fort on your visit to Ranthambore.


4. Sunderbans National Park , West Bengal

The dense mangroves of Sunderbans reveal the platonic beauty of nature. The marshy lands and the tigers is an ideal wildlife bed to explore. Located in South 24 Paraganas in West Bengal, Sunderbans is spread over 54 islands and extends into Bangladesh.

From Royal Bengal Tiger, Sharks, Dolphins, Primates, Snakes and Crocodiles, keep your fingers crossed as you sail through the swampy Sunderbans.


5. Jim Corbett National Park, Uttrakhand

Plan a road trip from Delhi to Nainital to reach your jungle safari destination. Yes, the Jim Corbett National Park is a famous tiger reserve in India and home to a huge number of tigers. Other wildlife that can be spotted here includes elephants, Sambar deer, golden jackal and white tiger. The Kosi River and the Corbett falls are worth a visit.


6. The Gir National Forest, Gujarat

In the western region of India, there’s the Gir National Forest known as the den of Asiatic Lions. This forest is home to the Indian leopards, blackbucks, snakes, wild cats, sloth bears, monitor lizards and the King of the Jungle among other prominent wildlife species from the region.


7. Manas National Park, Assam

Developed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Manas National Park is a place you can spend hours at. The elephant reserve, the tiger reserve and the biosphere reserve here are a must-visit for nature and wildlife admirers. Bannerghatta Biological Park in Karnataka.

It’s worth including the Bannerghatta Biological Park in your wildlife exploration bucket list. The zoo, Tiger Park, the elephant sanctuary and the butterfly garden beckons you to get closer to the flora and fauna of the land. Located at the outskirts of the Bengaluru city, it’s a perfect place for a weekend getaway.


If you have an eye for exploring the wildlife, other places where you can enjoy your wildlife expedition include the Kaziranga National Park in Assam, the Periyar National Park in Kerala, the Bandhavgarh National Park and the Panna National Park in Madhya Pradesh.