Last Updated on December 28, 2022 by Natalia
Taking a day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park is a great option if you’re pushed for time but want to have a chance to see the park’s famous tigers. Although it can be a long day, it’s absolutely worth it to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures, and for us seeing tigers was one of the highlights of our time in Rajasthan! If you don’t have the time in your Rajasthan itinerary to spend a few days in the nearby city of Sawai Madhopur then the next best option is to go from Jaipur to Ranthambore on a day trip. You still have a reasonable chance of seeing a tiger on a day trip, but as always with safaris it’s complete luck what you actually end up seeing! Personally we were fortunate enough to see tigers on 3 out of the 4 safaris we did, so hopefully you’ll have similar luck. Find out everything you need to know about taking a day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park below!
Find out more information about visiting the park with our Ranthambore Safari Travel Guide!
Is it worth visiting Ranthambore on a day trip from Jaipur?
If you want to see tigers in their natural habitat, then visiting Ranthambore National Park is definitely worth it – no matter how far you have to travel.
We personally think it’s better to stay in Sawai Madhopur for a few days so that you can take multiple safaris from there, but if you simply don’t have the time then a day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore is still worthwhile. Obviously, with wildlife there are no guarantees what you’ll see, but the park is one of the best places in the world to see tigers.
Seeing tigers in the wild is unquestionably one of the most amazing experiences we’ve ever had on our travels. They’re truly beautiful creatures, and to have the chance to see them up close is incredibly special.
Even if you don’t see a tiger there are plenty of other amazing animals you could see on a Ranthambore safari, including monkeys, crocodiles, sloth bears, leopards, hyenas and more!
If you do decide to visit for more than a day trip then there are some great hotels in Ranthambore and Sawai Madhopur. Find out where to stay by reading our guide to the best hotels and resorts in Ranthambore!
What’s included on a Jaipur to Ranthambore day trip?
A standard Ranthambore tour package from Jaipur will include the following:
- Round-trip transfer from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park in a private air-conditioned car.
- All entrance fees, road tolls and taxes.
- A Jeep or Canter safari in Ranthambore National Park with a guide/wildlife spotter, lasting approximately 3-4 hours.
The drive from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park is around 3½ hours one-way, which means you’ll probably need to set off at around 9am-10am to arrive to the park in time to do an afternoon safari. Your safari will start around 2pm and finish at around 6pm, and so you should get back to Jaipur around 10pm.
A day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore normally lasts at least 12-13 hours from start to finish, but it’s all worth it if you see a tiger! It can end up taking slightly longer if you decide to stop for food on the way there or back, which your driver will normally be happy to do.
How to book a day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park
There are a number of companies offering day trips from Jaipur to Ranthambore, from local tour operators to recognised brands such as Get Your Guide. The easiest way to book a trip in advance is through Get Your Guide as it takes just a couple of minutes to do.
Before booking anything though, you need to decide whether you want to do a canter or jeep safari. A canter seats up to 20 people, whereas a jeep seats a maximum of 6 people.
For your day trip from Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park we definitely recommend choosing a jeep.
Sometimes a jeep safari is referred to as a gypsy safari in Ranthambore, but they’re just different names for exactly the same thing.
The cost of a Ranthambore safari from Jaipur does vary between operators, but Get Your Guide offer day trips for as little as $85 USD per person for a jeep safari, or as little as $75 USD per person for a canter safari.
Click here to book an unforgettable day trip to the national park through Get Your Guide!
Other companies are also happy to help arrange day trips from Jaipur to Ranthambore, but these will normally need to be booked in person or by email in advance, which can be a bit time consuming. The advantage of booking this way is that you can find out a bit more information in advance – in particular what zone of the national park you should be doing the safari in.
One last thing to note is that it’s mandatory to have your passport when visiting Ranthambore National Park, and without this you may be denied entry – so don’t forget to take it with you!
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Wow!!! You really captured some epic shots here! I was unable to visit here on my trip to India so I am super jealous.
Thank you – hopefully you get chance to visit next time as it’s an incredible place!