Sariska Tiger Reserve

Location: Aravalli hills, Alwar district
Best time to visit: November to June (safaris typically closed during monsoon, July–September)

Sariska Tiger Reserve sits in the wooded Aravalli hills and was declared a national park in 1982. It’s known for its Royal Bengal Tiger population along with leopards, deer, and a wide range of birdlife. The reserve also has ancient temple ruins and the Kankwari Fort inside its boundaries. Safaris are run in timed slots and usually need advance booking.