On this signature tour, you’ll experience all the colours that enchanting India has to offer, as well as leaving your mark on important conversation efforts! You’ll start your tour in the capital Delhi, India’s heart, and have your fill of Old Delhi’s streets and new Delhi’s incredible architecture!
Next, you’ll head to Agra to visit India’s biggest attraction, the Taj Mahal. Take the opportunity to admire the ‘jewel’ of India before heading off to further explore Agra. During your tour, you’ll pay a visit to the Agra Bear Sanctuary - the largest sanctuary in the world for sloth bears. You’ll have a unique experience of assisting with feeding and enrichment tasks at the bear rescue centre and meeting the bears, who were rescued from the horrifying ‘dancing bear’ trade.
You will also visit Mathura Elephant Rescue Centre – India's first chain free elephant camp. Preparing food, enrichment and walking one of India’s most iconic animals is an experience like no other! After Agra, you’ll head south and take a trip to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Then, make your way to the famous Ranthambore National Parks the best place in India to spot the awe-inspiring Bengal tiger! While here, you’ll take part in not one but three game drives! Giving you an opportunity to possibly spot tigers, leopards and sloth bears! As well as, the game drives you will also join in on local community initiatives, meeting the locals and teaching the children.
Nearing the end of your tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Amber Fort and the Palace of Winds before heading back to Delhi and experiencing Delhi Haat – a bustling open-air bazaar! You’ll end your trip by making your way to the ‘Kingdom of Dreams’ to enjoy a authentic food, crafts and a traditional Bollywood Musical!
Typical day
DAY 1: Arriving into Delhi
DAY 2: Delhi and the Red Fort
DAY 3: Agra and the Taj Mahal
DAY 4: Agra Bear Rescue Centre
DAY 5: Agra Bear Rescue Centre
DAY 6: Elephant Rescue Centre in Mathura
DAY 7: Travel by Train to the Famous Ranthambore National Park
DAY 8: Tiger Safaris in Ranthambore National Park
DAY 9: Tiger Safaris in Ranthambore National Park
DAY 10: Tiger Safaris in Ranthambore National Park
DAY 11: The Amber Fort and the Palace of Winds
DAY 12: Delhi and the Kingdom of Dreams
Details on Arrival
Volunteers are unable to join the project from mid-June to October due to the monsoon season. The park is closed during this period.
Free-time activities
Souvenirs
Zoo
Program Requirements
Included Services
Before your journey
On-site services
- Accommodation
- All transfers
- 3 Canter / Jeep safari drives in Ranthambore National Park
- Visit Dhonk Village in Ranthambore as part of community work – including donation
- Visit Moghiya (a local tribe) Hostel in Ranthambore as part of community work – including a donation
- 2 visits to a Bear Rescue facility centre including a donation
- 1 visit to an Elephant Rescue Facility Centre including a donation
- One-time entry to monuments (including the Taj Mahal)
- Rickshaw ride in Delhi during a tour of Old Delhi.
- Bollywood themed live dance show in 'Kingdom of dreams' on last day (Wed, Fri and Sun only)
- Rickshaw ride in Bharatpur National Park for spotting birds and other wildlife.
- A representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers
- Local guide for city tours in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur during sightseeing tours
You will be met by a project representative in the arrivals hall of Indira Gandhi International Airport. You will then transfer to your overnight accommodation.
You will stay in 4 hotels for the duration of your tour, all very comfortable and modern. Perfectly suited to those who are looking for a higher end experience of wildlife conservation and travel.
Program Fees
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