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Tiger Landscape National Park | Alwar Hills

Sariska National Park

Dry Forest, Ruins, and Tiger Country Near Alwar

Rajasthan

Image: Shivalir / CC BY-SA 4.0
Advance Permit Planning Helps
Safari zones, vehicles, and reporting gates should be checked before the day of travel.
Summer Heat Is Serious
Rajasthan's dry season can be extremely hot, so early starts and seasonal planning matter.

Plan Your Visit

Welcome to Sariska National Park! Use the resources below to plan your adventure in one of India's most treasured wild spaces.

Reservations

Book Sariska safaris through the Rajasthan forest e-permit system and confirm zone, reporting gate, and vehicle rules in advance.

Lodging

Sariska / Alwar Stays
Use Sariska-area lodges or Alwar lodging depending on permit timing and budget.

Book your stay

Browse stays in Alwar Booking.com

This link opens Booking.com, a third-party site.

Visitor Centers

Sariska Forest Visitor Zone
Alwar district • As per safari reporting schedule
Current permit, gate, and zone guidance for the park.

Rules & Regulations

  • Book only through official or authorized channels
  • Reach the gate within the reporting window
  • Do not get out of safari vehicles where prohibited
  • Do not feed or disturb wildlife
  • Follow guide and forest staff instructions

Accessibility

Compared with many remote parks, Sariska is relatively straightforward to reach, though safari access still depends on booked permits and schedules.

Basic Information

About This Park

Sariska National Park combines dry deciduous forest, rocky hills, tiger habitat, and historic landscape features close to Alwar. It is one of Rajasthan's more established wildlife destinations and is best visited through the official safari permit system.

Operating Hours & Seasons

SeasonMorning SafariEvening Safari
Safari Season (Oct - Jun)Morning safari as per permit slotAfternoon safari as per permit slot

Use the Rajasthan forest system for the current gate, zone, and reporting rules.

Closure PeriodMonsoon-related restrictions or management decisions can affect safari windows.

Fees & Passes

CategoryAmount
Safari PermitAs per Rajasthan forest e-permit system
Guide / VehicleAs per official booking structure

Book through the official Rajasthan wildlife system for the most current fee and zone details.

Weather

☀️ Summer
March - May
28°C - 44°C
Hot, dry, and demanding, though wildlife visibility can be strong around water.
🌧️ Monsoon
June - September
25°C - 35°C
Rain brings relief and greenery but can affect tourism schedules.
❄️ Winter
October - February
7°C - 28°C
The most popular and comfortable season for Sariska safaris.

Contact Information

Authority
Rajasthan Forest Department

Directions & Transportation

Physical Address

Sariska National Park, Alwar district, Rajasthan

27.3333° N, 76.4333° E

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By Air

Jaipur is the nearest broad commercial airport.

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By Train

Alwar is the main rail gateway for Sariska.

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By Road

Reach the park from Alwar and nearby Rajasthan highways according to your booked entry side.

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Local Transport

Use safari vehicles, cabs, or private vehicles to reach the reporting gate.

Things to Do

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Tiger Safari
Explore Sariska's official safari zones through the Rajasthan permit system.
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Landscape Photography
Photograph dry hills, forest roads, and the park's fort-and-ruin country.
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Bird Watching
Watch for raptors, woodland birds, and species that thrive in dry hill habitat.
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Reserve Interpretation
Understand Sariska's recovery story and its place in Rajasthan's tiger landscape.

Nature & Wildlife

Key Wildlife

TigerLeopardSambarChitalNilgaiWild BoarHyenaRaptors

Flora

Dry deciduous forest, scrub, rocky hill vegetation, grass patches, and seasonal water bodies.

Fauna

Sariska supports a classic Rajasthan dry-forest wildlife mix led by large carnivores, deer, and raptor-rich hill habitat.

Learn About the Park

History

Sariska gained national park status in 1992 and remains one of Rajasthan's most recognized dry-forest tiger landscapes.

Quick Facts

Established
1992
Area
273.8 sq km
State
Rajasthan
Designation
Tiger Landscape National Park

References

  1. Sariska National Park official visitor information Rajasthan Forest Department
  2. National Parks (as on February 2025) WII ENVIS
  3. Check Alwar and Sariska lodging resources Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation
  4. Sariska National Park location map OpenStreetMap contributors
  5. Sariska National Park thumbnail image source Wikimedia Commons