Soft-sided duffel is a better bet in comparison to a rigid hard-shell suitcase. In case you are heading out on safari, spend some time in the city or at the beach. Check if your safari lodges or camp provides a laundry service. You can also recycle clothes by packing thin nylon rope and travel detergent bottle to serve as laundry makeshift line.

Dressing for Safari should be considered.  The best clothes are the clothes that are lightweight and loose fitting, so that you dry quickly and stay cool, in case you are caught in some rain shower. Bring a good jacket or fleece to ward off the chill on morning drives.

There is a campfire at night to keep you warm. Yet wear long trousers and sleeves to safeguard from biting mosquitoes. Pick neutral tones when it is about colors over brighter shades so that it offers optimum camouflage while on safari.

 Clothes and Accessories

• 4 t-shirts
• Lightweight raincoat 1
• Long sleeve shirts 2
• Cotton pants/trousers 2 pairs
• Fleece or sweatshirt 1
• comfortable shorts 1 pair
• Socks 3 pairs
• Underwear 4 pairs in cotton so that it is easy to wash and to get it dried overnight.

Money belt: Ziploc bags to keep dirty laundry from your clean clothes.

 Toiletries and First Aid

• Every lodge or camp has a basic kit first aid and most safari vehicles are operated by camps of higher-end. It is a good idea to bring hygiene as small supply and health essentials.
• Personal toiletries should include conditioner, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste, moisturizer, and toothbrush.
• After sun cream
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
• Ladies Sanitary products
• Contraceptives
• Antiseptic gel so that you get to wash hands even without water
• Malaria pills
• Painkillers
• Antihistamines for allergic reactions and bug bites
• Band-aids, Antiseptic cream
• Glasses as a spare pair to wear contact lenses

 Others

The other packing list includes a sunhat, swimsuit, warm woolen hat, durable hiking boots or walking shoes, sandals or flip-flops.

Electronic Devices include Camera with a tripod, SLR detachable lenses, based on the seriousness of anyone taking photographs.  Spare camera battery, memory cards, AA and AAA batteries, flashlight, electrical adaptor, tablet or iPad to store photos, eBooks and handy travel apps.

Pack for a Purpose

Many lodges and safari camps support the initiatives with a local community in and around the reserves, wildlife parks, and concession areas. If you wish to bring a positive difference, ask to bring supplies such as the medication, school supplies or clothing. Check and pack for a purpose and also keep the requests from lodges ready so that you do not waste time searching each and everything.

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Get, Set, and Go!

1. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan:

Ranthambore National Park is spread over 1334 km². It is home to predators like tigers, wild boars, sloth bears which roam this land freely. It is also a hot spot for wildlife photographers. They are able to get sightings of the Tigers quite easily. The national park remains open from the month of October up to June. If you are specifically visiting the park in order to spot the Tigers, you should visit it in between March and May.

2. Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand:

Jim Corbett National Park was the 1^st national park in the entire region. It got this title back in 1936. In 1974, it was established as a Tiger reserve. Ever since then, the popularity of Jim Corbett National Park has increased considerably. It is a resource specifically designed to protect and nurture the population of tigers. In addition to tigers, you can easily support a variety of different cats and other animals like fishing cats, Himalayan Tahr and many other species. The best time to visit the park is from November to June. If you want to specifically spawn the Tigers, you can visit between March and May.

3. Hemis National Park, Jammu & Kashmir:

Hemis National Park is spread over 4400 km². It consists of 16 different mammal species and 73 different birds. It is also home to the snow leopard. In addition to that, many different species call the National Park their home like Golden Eagles, blue sheep, Snow Cocks, Ibex. Moreover, it is home to 100 snow leopards which is endangered species. The best time to visit the park is from May to September. The safari tours are closed by the park starting November. This is due to heavy snowfall.

If you’re interested in wild Life safaris in North India, these are the 3 national parks and reserves which you should definitely visit. All of these national parks are pretty famous all over the country. Although there are many more wildlife sanctuaries in northern region itself including Raja Ji National park (which extends to Jim Corbett),  Siraska National park, Alwar, Bharatpur Bird sanctuary and many more , but these three wildlife parks will help you in exploring some of the endangered and lesser-known species of animals and birds in the country. They are well maintained and you will be able to explore the national reserves in parks in a safe manner along with a guide. So if you’re interested in exploring the wildlife in India, these are the 3 destinations which you should definitely visit.

Visiting a Wild Life Park is a great opportunity to get closer to nature. Live It Love It.