INDIA

India – The Land of Big Cats

TOUR DATES : March 11 - 24, 2027

The Land of Big Cats

Featuring: Asiatic Lions, Royal Bengal Tigers, and Spotted Leopards

Home to six majestic big cat species, India offers wildlife encounters found nowhere else on Earth. This journey presents a rare opportunity to witness three of these iconic cats in their natural habitats, set against some of the country’s most striking landscapes.

Begin in the rugged scrublands of Gir National Park, the last refuge of the Asiatic lion and a powerful symbol of India’s conservation success. Seeing these lions roam freely in their ancestral home creates a
profound connection to the wild.

Continue into the teak forests of Kanha National Park, one of the world’s premier destinations for spotting the elusive Royal Bengal tiger. From there, travel to the dramatic rocky hills of Narlai in Rajasthan, home to the spotted leopard, a master of camouflage and stealth. In this remarkable region, leopards live alongside local villagers, reflecting a long-standing cultural respect for wildlife. This is more than a wildlife tour. It is an immersive journey into India’s wild heart, where ancient landscapes, living traditions, and conservation achievements come together.

GROUP TOUR DATES:
March 11 – 24, 2027
6-9 TRAVELERS:
$12,855 Per Person
10-14 TRAVELERS:
$9,635 Per Person
INTERNAL INDIA AIRFARE:
From $615 Per Person
INDIA - THE LAND OF BIG CATS

Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrival in Mumbai

Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and escort you to the hotel.
Days 2

Mumbai

After leisurely breakfast, we embark for a tour of Mumbai.

Starting with the waterfront Gateway of India monument, an impressive 85-feet high arch built by the British in 1924 to serve as a ceremonial entrance to the country. When India gained its independence in 1948, the last British battalion formally passed through the Gateway. Drive past Chhatrapati Sivaji Terminus, an impressive Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage Site that replaced the original station where India’s first train ran in 1853. With its elaborate carvings, buttresses, spires, turrets, and stained glass, it more closely resembles a palatial complex than a train station.
Day 3

Mumbai | Diu

After breakfast, we transfer to Mumbai airport, with an en-route stop for a guided visit to Dharavi. Often reduced to stereotypes, Dharavi offers a very different reality. This densely populated neighborhood is also one of Mumbai’s most productive economic centers, home to thousands of small industries and family-run enterprises with global reach. Far from the glass towers of the city’s financial district, Dharavi reveals another side of Mumbai’s growth story, driven by skill and resilience.

On arrival at the Diu airport, we continue by road for approximately 2.5 hours to reach Sasangir National Park, renowned for its population of Asiatic lions, as well as wildlife such as wild boar and deer.
Days 4-5

Sasangir National Park

The Gir Forest is the largest contiguous tract of dry deciduous forest in semi-arid western India and the last remaining natural habitat of the endangered Asiatic lion. Internationally recognized for its successful conservation efforts, the sanctuary played a critical role in bringing this species back from the brink of extinction. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1965, and later a portion of its 1,153.42 sq. km area, covering 258.71 sq. km, was designated as a National Park.

Gir Forests have a topography made up of successive rugged ridges, isolated hills, plateaus and valleys. Beyond the Asiatic lion, Gir supports a wide range of mammals, reptiles, birds, and insect species, as well as a rich variety of plant life.

We have two full days to explore the Gir National Park by morning and afternoon jeep safaris.
Days 6

Diu | Nagpur

The morning is at leisure before transferring to Diu Airport for a flight to Nagpur via Ahmedabad, with an aircraft change in Ahmedabad. Upon arrival in Nagpur, we transfer to the hotel.
Day 7

Nagpur | Kanha National Park

After breakfast, we depart for Kanha National Park and check in to our hotel upon arrival.

Often called Tiger Land, Kanha is located in a horseshoe-shaped valley with two distinctive hills on either side. In the center is the maiden (open grassy meadow), dotted with stands of majestic evergreen Sal trees to form a savanna countryside reminiscent of Africa.

After lunch, we head to our first game drive in the park.

NOTE: At Kanha, the afternoon Jeep Safari remains closed for visitors on Every Wednesday.
Days 8-9

Nagpur | Kanha National Park

We have two full day to explore the national park by morning & afternoon jeep safaris.

NOTE: At Kanha, the afternoon Jeep Safari remains closed for visitors on Every Wednesday.
Days 10-11

Nagpur | Mumbai | Udaipur

After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai airport to connect with flight to Udaipur.

Upon arrival, we continue by road to the atmospheric village of Narlai, located between the royal cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur. Set amid the rugged beauty of the Aravalli Hills, this region is known for its leopard habitat and offers an authentic glimpse into rural Rajasthan.

In the evening, we experience traditional Rajasthani royal hospitality with a special dinner arranged at an 18th-century stepwell.

Day 12-13

Narlai

We have a full day to explore the wilds of Narlai by jeep safari, offering an immersive experience amid the rich flora and fauna of the Aravalli Hills. There may be opportunities to spot elusive leopards in their natural habitat, as well as observe migratory birds around the lakes and wooded areas. We return to the hotel for lunch independently.

In the afternoon, there is the option to head out on another wildlife jeep safari or enjoy a guided village walk, an engaging way to connect with local communities and gain insight into rural Rajasthani life and history.

This morning, we head out on another jeep safari in the wilderness of Narlai in search of leopards.

Later, we visit a nearby village to gain insight into rural life in Rajasthan. Villages here retain a distinct character and a simple, time-honored way of living. We enjoy lunch at a local family home, followed by interactions with villagers and a visit to the local school to learn about the rural education system.

The evening is free at leisure, with dinner on your own.

Days 14

Departure

After breakfast, drive to Udaipur airport to connect with flight to Mumbai. On arrival, connect with flight to onward destination.
Days 10-11

Nagpur | Mumbai | Udaipur

The morning is at leisure before transferring to Diu Airport for a flight to Nagpur via Ahmedabad, with an aircraft change in Ahmedabad. Upon arrival in Nagpur, we transfer to the hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai airport to connect with flight to Udaipur.

Upon arrival, we continue by road to the atmospheric village of Narlai, located between the royal cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur. Set amid the rugged beauty of the Aravalli Hills, this region is known for its leopard habitat and offers an authentic glimpse into rural Rajasthan.

In the evening, we experience traditional Rajasthani royal hospitality with a special dinner arranged at an 18th-century stepwell.
Day 12-13

Narlai

We have a full day to explore the wilds of Narlai by jeep safari, offering an immersive experience amid the rich flora and fauna of the Aravalli Hills. There may be opportunities to spot elusive leopards in their natural habitat, as well as observe migratory birds around the lakes and wooded areas. We return to the hotel for lunch independently.

In the afternoon, there is the option to head out on another wildlife jeep safari or enjoy a guided village walk, an engaging way to connect with local communities and gain insight into rural Rajasthani life and history.

This morning, we head out on another jeep safari in the wilderness of Narlai in search of leopards.

Later, we visit a nearby village to gain insight into rural life in Rajasthan. Villages here retain a distinct character and a simple, time-honored way of living. We enjoy lunch at a local family home, followed by interactions with villagers and a visit to the local school to learn about the rural education system.

The evening is free at leisure, with dinner on your own.
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