Travel with Rahul

One of nature’s finest creations in the world is Kashmir. The picturesque valley with immense beauty and varied landscape – pristine lakes, colossal mountains and glaciers, raging rivers, and unexplored valleys with their unparalleled beauty make it picture perfect. It is the uppermost alpine region of north India and has names like ‘The Last Shangri-la. The Moghuls referred to it as a ‘paradise on earth, and it is rightly called ‘Heaven on earth these days. The four seasons are extravagantly beautiful with colourful grasslands, trout-filled crystal clear lakes,Shrines, temples, rich history, and culturally and ethnically diverse people have something to offer to every traveller and adventure seeker. The art and craftsmanship of Kashmiris have a rich heritage and their handicrafts are bought and given as precious gifts around the world. The Summer capital of the state is Srinagar on the lap of the serene Jhelum River with Dal and Nagin lake to enhance its picturesque setting, Be it on foot, bike, raft, or kayak, the place has surreal wild places to explore and this land has something where you could find your adventure and solitude! This trip offers a chance to witness the breathtaking landscapes through leisurely walks offering a perfect opportunity to experience the true flavour of Kashmir along with its legendary hospitality! read more read less

Recommended for Age Group 08-60 years Located at the Indo-Nepal border, the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve spans over 1,230 sq km comprising Dudhwa National Park, Kishanpur and Katarniaghat Wildlife sanctuaries. Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is a recent entrant to Project Tiger, notified in June 2014. All these forests are located in the extremely fertile Indo-Gangetic plains and support tremendous floral and faunal diversity. These diverse landscapes are home to a healthy number of Tigers, leopards, Sambar, Cheetal, Hog deer, Swamp deer, Sloth bear, Leopard and Asian Elephant. Dudhwa is home to the endangered One-horned Rhino. It's possible to see a healthy number of the endangered Long-snouted crocodiles aka Gharial at Katarniaghat. Join us to explore the last remaining wilderness of the Terai!   read more read less

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

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

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​ Ol Pejeta Conservancy Resting at the foot of Mount Kenya, overlooked by its dramatic snow-capped peak, Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a beautiful destination for nature enthusiasts & wildlife photographers. The Conservancy is renowned for protecting various species, including the world’s last northern white rhinos. A wide variety of wildlife can be enjoyed, from lion to giraffe and elephant.  A sheltered oasis, the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy is host to all the members of the ‘Big Five' (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo and leopard)! The conservancy has a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any Kenyan national park and is one of only four private game conservancies to have been founded in Kenya. At the forefront of the Kenyan conservancy programme, the reserve boasts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, hosts the only chimpanzee rescue center in Kenya, and shelters large numbers of rare and endangered species like the Hunting Dogs. Lake Nakuru National Park  Lake Nakuru is among Kenya's finest national parks. Flanked by rocky escarpments, pockets of acacia forest, the park is gorgeous year-round and is home to both black and white rhinos, lions, leopards and endangered Rothschild's Giraffes. Baboons, Impalas, Colobus monkeys, Hyenas, zebras, gazelles, and pythons are also among the abundance of wildlife here. Up until 2014, Lake Nakuru was renowned for its vast flamingo population (sometimes more than 1.5 million of them at one time), which covered the lake in a blanket of pink plumes. However, rising water levels from heavy flooding have drastically reduced this phenomenon, shrinking their breeding and feeding grounds. Flamingos may not be as abundant as they once were, but a safari at Lake Nakuru still delivers some of the best wildlife viewing in Kenya!   Masai Mara National Reserve The Masai Mara Game Reserve was named for the Masai people who inhabit the area, and for the Mara River, which flows through this great reserve. It shares a border with Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and is essentially a continuation of this park, forming the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. The Masai Mara is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game and is renowned for its annual visit by the two million animals that make up the Great Migration. Covering an impressive 1510km², the Masai Mara is a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife and endless plains. Arguably one of the most popular parks of the world, the plains of Masai Mara are host to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on the planet during the months of July-September. Thousands of Wildebeest and other animals annually cross the Mara River in search of the greener pasture in Kenya. The celebrated Black-maned Lions are possibly the stars of the Mara but the graceful Cheetah, Elephant, Hippos, Gazelle, Hyena too are sighted and like all of Kenya, birding is great. Even during the non-migration months the Mara remains one of the most high wildlife density areas in Kenya and offers an unmatched safari experience.      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

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

Recommended for All Ages Single Occupancy: Rs. 42,800/- + 5% GST per pax 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