There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
(11-10-2017, 04:29 PM)Wolverine Wrote: Rishi, have you seen a wild rhino? I have seen one ... in the New Delhi zoo ... Next time if I visit India I go for rhino, not tiger, not lion but for wild rhino, the "tank of the jungles"... That mean safari tour in Eastern India - Kasiranga, Manas and probably a brief visit (just for curiosity) to the new gigantic Iskcon temple in Mayapur. What of the national parks and wildlife reserves is closer to your home?
My father/cousin has... Jaldapara would actually be cheaper than Kaziranga. Rhino sighting is almost guaranteed.
Don't try Manas now, it's still in recovery phase from decades long militancy.
My suggestion... Land in Delhi & fly to Jalpiguri. Visit the rainforests of Dooars (not Darjeeling though, political unrest), & move on south, Santiniketan, Mayapur...You'll love them & the dry forests.
Finally, arrive Kolkata & travel (local travel agencies do short week long trips) to the swamps & back from Kolkata-Airport.