Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuaryकुंभलगढ़ अभयारण्य
Aravalli forest around the fort where wolves still breed. Jeep in, or walk through to Ranakpur.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereRajsamand, Rajasthan
Mewar & Vagad
Mewar & Vagad
Best time to visit15 November to 15 April
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height900 m above sea level
Time neededHalf day
Base and nearbyKelwara / Ranakpur side, Rajsamand / Falna
EntryJeep safari around ₹2500-3500 per jeep · horse safaris from Kelwara
ClosuresUsually closed 1 July to 30 September. Monsoon closure of the sanctuary tracks.
About Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
The 610 sq km of Aravalli forest around the fort, running down the western scarp to Ranakpur. This is one of the few places in Rajasthan where wolves still breed, and there are leopard, sloth bear, hyena and a good population of jungle cats. Jeep safaris go in from Kelwara and from the Ranakpur side, and there is a day trek between the fort and Ranakpur through the sanctuary. Shut in the monsoon.
What to see and do
- Indian wolves, a rare thing in Rajasthan now
- Leopard and sloth bear
- The Kumbhalgarh to Ranakpur trek
- Horse safaris out of Kelwara
- Thandi Beri lake inside the forest
Part of Aravalli.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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