Delhi to Sariska National Park: Your Complete Guide to a Wildlife Escape

Sariska National Park Safari: Timings, Zones, and What to Expect

The Sariska National Park Safari is the highlight of the trip. Jeep safaris are the preferred choice for exploring the reserve, accommodating up to 6 persons per vehicle and offering a quieter, more flexible experience across the terrain compared to a canter tour. The intimacy of a jeep means less noise, better access along narrower trails, and a more focused encounter with the wildlife.

• The Sariska National Park Safari is closed every Wednesday.

• The Sariska National Park Safari is closed during the monsoon season (July to September).

• Zones 1, 2, and 3 are accessed via Sariska Gate and are the most popular for tiger sightings.

• Zone 4 is accessed via Tehla Gate, offering a quieter and less-visited experience.

• A valid government-issued photo ID is mandatory for all safari guests.

• Wildlife regularly sighted: Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, sambar deer, nilgai, wild boar, langurs, and hyenas.

• Historical sites within the reserve: Kankwari Fort, Pandupol Temple, and Neelkanth Temple.

Day Trip from Delhi to Sariska National Park

A day trip from Delhi to Sariska National Park is doable with an early start. Leave by 5:30 AM, arrive by 10:30 AM, and join the afternoon safari from 2:30 PM (winter) or 3:00 PM (summer). You will reach Delhi by late evening. It is manageable, but the long drive on either side of the safari makes it a tiring option.
 

Overnight Stay: The More Rewarding Option

An overnight stay allows for two safaris and a full evening in the forest, ensuring a relaxed pace that lets you truly connect with the landscape.

• Day 1 afternoon: Arrive at Sariska, check in to Utsav Camp Sariska, and take an afternoon Sariska National Park Safari.

• Day 1 evening: Bonfire and dinner at camp, overnight in the forest.

• Day 2 morning: Early morning Sariska National Park Safari, breakfast at camp, nature walk.

• Day 2 afternoon: Drive back to Delhi.

Utsav Camp Sariska: Where Conservation Meets Comfort

Utsav Camp Sariska is not a typical forest resort. Founded by naturalist Luv Shekhawat, the camp is a tribute to his lifelong bond with the ancient boulders of Tehla. In May 2009, he purchased a largely barren parcel of land and spent years cultivating it before welcoming the first guests on 10 October 2015. The result is a property that feels like a natural extension of its landscape rather than an addition to it. For a closer look at the camp, the trails, and the wildlife, follow Utsav Camp Sariska on Instagram and YouTube, where the team shares regular updates from the forest.

The boulder formations surrounding the camp date back 1,000 to 2,500 million years, making them among the oldest natural formations on Earth. The Sampat Wildlife Foundation, named after Luv's grandfather, one of the last forest officers trained under British officials, operates from the camp and drives conservation and research in the Sariska region.