Types of Safari in India

Re-live the times from Jim Corbett’s era, as there is no truer way to see the jungle than walking in it. Though there is a factor of safety which must be accounted for while walking in the forests of India, one must do a thorough check with the operator and the lodge staff on ground to understand what is to be done when facing such situations.

Different areas have different levels of safety, and terrain – these are best discussed with the tour operator before booking.

However, the tracks and signs on the forest floor, the ruffled bushes, scratched tree barks and bones hidden amongst the bushes all give us an insight about the presence of activity and movement of certain types of animals which a particular area.

There are plants and insects to be learnt from, roosting spots of birds, small mammals and reptiles as well as finding amphibians which would otherwise never be noticed on any other form of safari.

Each forest has produce which the local people use, for medicine and for household purposes – it is extremely interesting to find out more about the local use of natural items.

It is a great solace to know that the Tiger and Leopard both steer clear of people most of the times – so incase you are looking to run into them, this may never happen! Elephants on the other hand, are a different matter altogether!

Famous Walking Safaris in India and what you can find there: