Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Get Close to Mother Nature on a Wildlife Safari

Uttarakhand, ecologically distinct and abundant with forest trails, is situated in the Himalayan region. It is endowed with a geographical belt blessed with matchless natural beauty and is abode to exciting wildlife. The old towering trees and sparkling rivers with clear water in the vicinity only add to the many enchantments of the state. Indeed, the much-celebrated Jim Corbett National Park in the state is a must-visit safari tour for one and for all. Not to mention, the tiger sanctuary is so popular among local and foreign tourists alike that a range of wildlife safari packages have cropped up in recent years. You can find them with almost every tour and travel agency on board, particularly those specializing in Uttaranchal. You can opt for one that suits you the best to get close to Mother Nature and her bounty.

The advantages of subscribing to a safari tour are many, foremost being that it makes your wildlife safari truly worthwhile. You are escorted by a trained and experienced guide who is well-versed with jungle signs, jungle smells, hide outs of wildlife, regular paths taken by wildlife and such crucial information for successfully tracking them. At the same time, you get to savor the beauty and mystery of the jungle first hand by travelling through the forest stretch either in a silent-tuned safari jeep or on elephant’s back or even on horseback. Whichever mode you choose, you can stay assured that your safari will be safe, as the experts also go about making you conversant with the ways of the jungle world.