Travel with Rahul

Recommended for All Ages Thimphu: Bhutan’s capital city is the country’s commercial and religious hub and the official seat of government. Located at an altitude of 2400 meters, it is an interesting fusion of ancient and modern, with historical architecture and ancient traditional elements juxtaposed with contemporary buildings and sensibilities. Attractions here include the Memorial Chorten, the Folk Heritage Museum, the National Library, the Textile Museum, and numerous handicraft shops, among others. Punakha: Home to the ancient Bhutanese capital of Punakha, the Punakha valley is a fertile region blessed with rich harvests of fruit and rice and a climate that is almost tropical in the summer months. Paro: Sitting pretty at an altitude of 2200m/7218ft, Paro is the gateway to beautiful Bhutan. Planes make an incongruous sight, flying low as they prepare for landing in this Himalayan oasis, home to many of Bhutan's oldest temples and monasteries. There’s plenty to observe in this traditional town on the banks of Pa Chhu (Paro River). A great day excursion is to trek to the famous Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest) Hermitage on the face of a sheer 1000-meter-high cliff. It’s advised to do this at the end of your trip, once you’ve acclimatized to your surroundings. read more read less

Our Best of Namibia Safari takes you in the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei, the coast of the South Atlantic, the breathtakingly beautiful Damaraland,  and the wildlife in Etosha National Park: Desert, mountains, ocean and safari in one iconic trip!  read more read less

Recommended for All Ages Arguably one of the best wildlife reserves to spot a tiger, Ranthambhore is now one of the last remaining patches of untouched forests. The Tiger roams here in all its glory, so much so, that Ranthambhore is credited to be home to the world’s most photographed tigers. It also houses the Leopard, Jungle cat, Jackal, Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Sloth Bear, Common Langurs, Marsh Crocodile and a lot of migratory waterfowl. The Caracal, a rather rare animal, is also a denizen of this magnificent Tiger Reserve. The imposing Ranthambhore fort forms a jaw - dropping backdrop to these beauties of the forest. The picturesque lakes of Rajbagh, Padam and Malik are the centre of attraction to all the wildlife lovers visiting this forest. It is only at Ranthambhore that you can see a lazing crocodile, wading herds of the Sambar deer, screeching peacocks in the trees and a tiger breaking cover and darting toward the lake, in a single frame! read more read less

Recommended for All Ages. The Panna National Park is located in Panna and Chhatarpur districts of Madhya Pradesh in India, covering an area of 1,645 sq. kms. The Ken river, which flows through the park from south to north, is home to the Gharial and Mugger, and other aquatic fauna. It is also one of the least polluted rivers in the country and truly the lifeline of the park. Ken offers some of the most spectacular scenery to its visitors while it meanders for about 55 km., through the national park. The hot and dry climate of the summers along with the Vindhyan soils have led to the growth of teak and a dry deciduous forest has emerged. The grassland areas are home to the tiger, leopard, chital, chinkara, nilgai, sambhar and sloth bear. The park is home to more than 200 species of birds including the bar-headed goose, Oriental Honey buzzard, eagles, vultures being some of the highlights. Grab this unique opportunity to explore the offbeat shades of Panna with ace Naturalist Rahul Rao! read more read less

This is one of the most sought-after treks in the Garhwal Himalayas. Visit the very place of origin of the pious Ganga River - Gomukh. The Top camp at Tapovan offers you the rarest of the sites in the Himalayas - A view of 8 different peaks viz. Bhagirathi I, II, III, Kharjkund, Mt. Shivling, Meru Parvat, Chaturangi, Sudarshan, Bhrugupanth. Many other peaks with a full view of Gangotri Glacier are also a highlight of this trek. Recommended for avid trekkers. The trek comprises daily trekking of about 5- 10 km. Rated as "moderate" by Himalayan standards, this is the trek for avid trekkers.  read more read less

Recommended for All AgesLake Nakuru National Park Located in the Great Rift Valley surrounded by yellow acacia woodlands and bushy shrublands, the Lake Nakuru National Park was created to protect the Lake and its large flocks of Lesser Flamingo, which are drawn to the algae that flourish in the saline waters of this soda lake. The national park is inhabited by over 50 mammal species including hippo, black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, buffalo, and eland. Known as a bird watcher’s paradise, the park is home to over 450 bird species. Visitors can look forward to hiking through the scenic landscape, picnicking next to this magnificent lake, and spotting an array of wildlife on a game drive. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful Makalia Waterfall. Masai Mara The Masai Mara together with Tanzania’s Serengeti form Africa’s most famous wildlife park, the Masai Mara National Reserve. The image of acacia trees dotting endless grass plains epitomizes Africa for many, then add a Maasai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation needs to go no further. The undeniable highlight of the Masai Mara National Reserve is undoubtedly the annual wildebeest migration traversing the vast plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. It is known as the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. Large pride of lions, elephants, giraffes, gazelles, and eland can also be spotted in the reserve. Aside from horse riding safaris and traditional vehicle safaris, hot-air ballooning over the Mara plains has become almost essential. read more read less

Ladakh -  known as the rooftop of the world has been mystifying travellers with its stark beauty and great culture. This extensive and by far the most comprehensive itinerary covers all the important, less touristy and “must-see” places in Ladakh, viz. Zanskar, Lamayuru, Leh and surroundings, the stunningly beautiful and wildlife-rich Hanle & Changthang plateau, Pangong Tso and much more !!! Our journey begins from the lush green Himalayas in Manali and we gradually ascend the stark higher Himalayas. This not only will help us acclimatise better but also provide us with an opportunity to experience the transition from the greener to the Stark Himalaya!   So join us on the unforgettable Ladakh Safari and gather memories for a lifetime!  read more read less

Sandakphu is one of the few Himalayan treks from where one can get views of the "World's Tallest Peaks" like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Khangchendzonga and so on. The famous “Sleeping Buddha” formation of peaks (Kanchenjunga Family) is an ultimate treat to watch on this particular trek route. Sandakphu is the highest point in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal and the trek route keeps on switching between India and Nepal to Sandakphu. This continuous switching between the Indo- Nepal border also makes this trek a unique cultural experience. The trail is inside Singalila National Park, home to numerous species of birds and wildflowers. Nonetheless, this Eastern Himalayan Diversity Hot Spot is home to the endangered Red Panda. It is rare but not impossible to get a chance to see this cutest shy animal. Along with experienced trekkers, this is indeed a great trek for beginners. read more read less

Recommended for Age Group 14 - 60 years This Ex - Leh itinerary is specially recommended to those, who have relatively less time available for exploring these high altitude cold deserts ! Ladakh -  known as the rooftop of the world has been mystifying travelers with its stark beauty and great culture. This short yet well crafted  itinerary covers all the important and “must see” places in Ladakh, viz. the Magnetic Hill, monasteries at Thiksey, Diskit, Stok Palace, Sindhu Ghat, Shanti Stupa, a drive through world’s highest motorable road at Khardung La, exploring beautiful sand dunes at Nubra Valley and a stay at ever enchanting Pangong Tso !!! So join us on the unforgettable Ladakh Safari and gather memories for a lifetime. read more read less