Sariska National Park, Rajasthan

Area : 800 sq. km ( with a core area of 498 sq km).

Established : 1958 as a sanctuary, 1979 as a tiger reserve, 1982 as a national park.

About Sariska National Park

Sariska National Park lies in the Aravalli hills and is the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar. Sariska itself is a wide valley with two large plateaus and is dotted with places of historical and religious interest, including the ruins of the Kankwari Fort, the 10th century Neelkanth temples, the Budha Hanumab Temple near Pandupol, the Bharthari Temple near the park office, and the hot and cold springs of Taalvriksh. The large Siliserh Lake is at the north-eastern corner. The forests are dry deciduous, with trees of Dhak, Acacia, Ber and Salar. The Tigers of Sariska are largely nocturnal and are not as easily seen as those of Ranthambhor. The park also has good populations of Nilgai, Sambar and Chital. In the evenings, Indian Porcupine, Striped Hyaena, Indian Palm Civet and even Leopard are sometimes seen. The forests are lush during and immediately following the monsoon, but during the dry months of February May there is a shortage of water and in consequence mammals are attracted to water holes. At this time of year visibility is good because of the sparse foliage. Sariska is excellent for birdwatching and has an unusually large population of Indian Peafowl.

Hotels & Resorts in Sariska National Park

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Sariska Palace
	The Sariska Palace is located just outside Sariska National Park and is located at a distance of 190-kms from Delhi and 130-kms from Jaipur, in Rajasthan.

Sariska Tiger Haven
	The Sariska Tiger Haven neighbours the Sariska National Park and is located 190-kms from Delhi and 130-kms from Jaipur, in Rajasthan.

Sariska Tiger Camp
	The Aravali hills rise from the desert landscape, lush with forests filling the deep, quiet valleys. Thousands of years ago, the Buddhists found solace here in their monasteries.

The Alwar Bagh
	The Alwar Bagh is built in a heritage style amidst the lush green and pollution free atmosphere. Surrounded by the picturesque Aravalli Mountains, the Alwar Bagh is well equipped with all modern amenities and comforts for the guests.

Gulmohar Sariska Resort
	Set in 6.5 acres of lush green landscaping, Gulmohar Sariska Resort is located in the beautiful valley of Viratnagar & surrounded by Aravali Hills. It is an ideal holiday destination, tastefully designed in harmony with the peaceful surrounding offers a perfect setting to commune with nature.

Wildlife in Sariska National Park

Sariska Tiger Reserve, as the name elaborate, it is a tiger reserve and tiger is the flagship species of the reserve. Other major animals found in the pare are Bengal tiger, leopard, jungle cat, wild boar, four horned deer, hyena, sambar, gaur, jackal, langur, caracal, jackal, nilgai, hare, fox and etc.

It is also home to several major birds includes the kingfishers, golden-backed woodpeckers, vultures, gray partridges, peafowl, one horned owls, tree pies, sand grouses, crested serpent eagles, white-breasted, quails and etc.

Sariska National Park Travel Information

General Information

Area : 474 sq kms. (Core area) 800 sq. kms. (Gross area)

Language : Hindi, English

Location: 107 Kms. from Jaipur, in Alwar District, Rajasthan.

Nearest City : Alwar

Time to Visti: October to June is the best time to visit the national park.

How to Reach Sariska National Park

Airport: Nearest airport is Jaipur (Sanganer Airport), which is only 110 Kms away. from Sariska.

Railway Station : Nearest railway station is Alwar, only 36 Kms away from Sariska.

Road : Sariska is well connected from all cities of Rajasthan

Sariska National Park Map