India's sheer size play home to a wide range of different environments, from high, snow-capped mountains to tropical rainforests and from hot and cold deserts and grasslands to lush, fertile plains and valleys. These provide different habitat to wide range of flora and fauna. India is famous for most exotic wildlife and endangered species of animals and birds in the world. It is the only home of the Royal Bengal Tiger, the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros, and the Asiatic Lion rated the most endangered large carnivore, to name a few. India is home to more than 500 species of mammals, over 2000 species of birds, over 500 species of reptiles and amphibians and around 30000 species of insects. India has declared about 1,48,850 sq km of its territory as protected area in an endeavor to preserve its exotic wildlife for the preservation of biodiversity.

Indian Wildlife Tours :Wildlife safaris in India are enthralling adventures giving you a glimpse of the jungle way of life and the raw power of nature, nearby. Experience the magic of dense dark forests, crackling campfires and night in the tents with animal cries in the dark. The wilderness can be intimidating and thrilling. A wildlife tour in India is lifetime experience hard to replace or repeat. The Indian wildlife heritage has a unique status worldwide. It has the second largest base of bio diversity in the world, with 441 Wildlife Sanctuaries and 80 National Parks, destinations for visitors from all around the world.

The leading National Park/ Sanctuaries of the Country are :

Corbett National Park: Spot the tiger as it suns itself in the Corbett National Park. The 'Project Tiger' was launched here to save India's dwindling tiger population. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, it offers an excellent view of the different kinds of wildlife. You can spot other animals like elephant, the Himalayan black beer and varieties of lesser cats and other animals.

Ranthambore Sanctuary: Tigers are the prize attraction of the Ranthambore sanctuary if you are lucky to spot them in their natural habitat especially during the daytime. Hire a canter or a jeep to watch wild boar, chinkaras, porcupine and even tigers at their natural pursuits. The park also hosts a variety of birds that include both seasonal and migratory birds. The deciduous forests, lake palaces, chhatris and fort make it complete and unique sanctuary.

Keoladeo National Park: Welcome to the world of feathers where nearly 375 species of birds await you with open arms. The birds include Spanish sparrow, coot snipes, red crested porhard, rosy pelican and flamingo. The prize attraction of the park is the arrival of rare Siberian Crane besides a sizeable number of pythons, spotted deers, sambhars and other animals.

Gir National Park: You can find the majestic Asiatic lions at the Gir National Park.It is place where the last surviving population is to be found and the Little Rann of Kutch, the home of the Indian wild ass. Located in the South west of the Saurashtra Peninsula, the Gir National Park is a haven to about 300 Asiatic lions. The 1,412.14 sq. km. Park has a rugged terrain and the steep rocky hillsides are covered in mixed deciduous forests. There are teak, ber, flame of the forest and banyan trees. Gir has also nearly 210 leopards and numerous chital, nilgai, chinkara, the four horned antelope and wild boar.

Bird Watching In India: Birds has charm and endearing traits to delight any heart. With a flutter of their wings, they soar high in the skies. For those who have a fascination for feathered friends, India provides unique bird watching opportunities in its numerous game reserves and sanctuaries spread across its territory. There are more than 2000 fascinating species of birds in the vast Indian sub-continent. You can observe birds in their natural habitat at Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, part of Project Tiger, the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and the Corbett National Park. Take delight in their quaint habits and marvel at the will and steely determination in their tiny souls.