From the endangered to the endemic
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Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
From the endangered to
the endemic
A land of versatility, India isn’t short of showstoppers, yet shake off the spell of its cityscapes and you’ll find none are more beguiling than its unique natural habitats.
The journey through these ecosystems is an epic one, undertaken mostly by those ready to be fully immersed into Mother Nature’s finest. On the agenda are some of the best national parks, including some underdogs, where eight vulnerable mammals and a host of indigenous species play hide and seek within their borders. It’s time to go big or go home.
After a short stop in Delhi, Kaziranga opens its proverbial doors in aid of seeking the likes of one-horned rhinos, barasingha and water buffalo. Kolkata is up next, turning back the clock with the history of tea before Asiatic lions steal the show in Gir National Park. Later, expert-led game drives around the lesser-trodden Satpura and Bori National Parks then make way to rounding the trip off in Mumbai – an unlikely haven for wildlife.
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- Indulge all five senses on a tour of Delhi, taking in its beautiful architecture, fragrant cuisine and bustling markets.
- Sit down for a cup of tea with one of Delhi’s most renowned guides, Ms Parveen Paul, who has been in the industry for decades.
- Drive out in search of Kaziranga’s most famed residents from sloth bears and elephants to more unfamiliar species like the Ganges dolphin and 70% of the world’s one-horned rhino.
- Take to Kolkata's streets with local guide and artisan Nayana Gangooly who knows all the best places to go and most intriguing people.
- Get an insight into Kolkata’s tea heritage with Husna-Tara Prakash whose family has been in the business for years.
- Tour Mumbai’s urban jungle and learn how the city’s locals live alongside a surprising amount of wildlife.
- Join the local park trackers known as ‘Pagis’ in Gir National Park to hear about how they help to conserve the wildlife, including bringing Asiatic lions back from the brink.
- A trained naturalist and ornithologist, Aly Rashid leads game drives around Satpura National Park, making for an exclusive and personalised experience.
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Red Fort in Old Delhi
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The Imperial, Delhi
Processional rows of palms form a grand walkway to the entrance, which in turn leads to an interior rich in rare antiques and art from the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Diphlu River Lodge, Kaziranga
With its eco-sensitive design, Diphlu have been careful to ensure the wildlife corridors in their beloved environment remain undisturbed. With no fences, nature here feels closer than ever.
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Glenburn Penthouse, Kolkata
With a tea-rich past, time here is centred around learning of its history and life in Old Kolkata. Experiences focus on music, dance, cuisine and, of course, tea.
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Aramness Safari Lodge, Gir
Perched just outside of the world’s only Asiatic lion sanctuary, its surroundings have been a big inspiration here; from the artwork hanging in each villa to the immersive guided forest walks.
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The Oberoi Gurgaon, Delhi
Opulence pervades this Lutyens-inspired residence sitting pretty on the outskirts of Delhi. Feast on lavish Indian cuisine at Jamavar and indulge in the Spa by ESPA.
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Reni Pani Jungle Lodge, Satpura
From its plum position in Satpura National Park, Reni Pani is the place to revel in activities that other national parks can’t offer – including night game drives and boat safaris.
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Bori Safari Lodge, Bori Wildlife Sanctuary
As the sanctuary has become an emerging tiger stronghold, the Bori Safari Lodge has become one of the best places to see them – all while nestled within a cosy village-like atmosphere.
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The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
Built in 1903, this architectural marvel brings together Moorish, Far Eastern and Florentine styles, showcasing contemporary Indian influences.
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“Satpura National Park and Pachmarhi Sanctuary make for unique central Indian highland forest landscapes and make up the largest tiger reserves in the state.”
Owner of Bori Safari Lodge![Aly Rashid the owner of Bori Safari Lodge leading against a keep with binoculars in hand in black and white]()
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