Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Rajasthan

Bird lovers from across the globe visit the Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, one of the finest bird sanctuaries of the world.

This sanctuary is also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park and the sanctuary was founded by the Maharaja of Bharatpur in 1890. It covers an area of 232 sq kms and the entire area is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Around 300 species of bird are found in this park.

The best time to visit the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is in between the months of October and February. The migratory birds visit the park during the winter season. At the water lands of the bird, various birds are seen during winter. The main birds found in the sanctuary are Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks, Pipits, Sambar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar.

Bharatpur bird safari is a dream to the ornithologist. The best time for bird safari is the morning or evening. One can explore the entire sanctuary by a bicycle on own. Naturalist guide is recommended for best experience of bird watching at Bharatpur.

There are good accommodation facilities at Bharatpur. One can stay at a hotel, forest lodge or jungle resort. The tourists while at Bharatpur can also explore the village life and the handicrafts at the markets.

How to Reach: Bharatpur is well-linked to major cities of India by train. One can also first reach Jaipur, Agra or Delhi and then has to travel by car.