Know Before You Go
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming India safari or just want to learn more about this vibrant country, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of helpful resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips to compelling first-hand accounts written by Nat Hab travelers and staff.
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FAQs | Grand India Wildlife Itinerary
FAQs | Grand India Wildlife Itinerary
Discover our most frequently asked questions about India wildlife, lodging, climate and more.
Wildlife Guide
Wildlife Guide
Learn about Bengal tigers, resplendent peacocks, Asian elephants and other stunning animals you'll encounter on your India safari.
India Wildlife & History Trivia
India Wildlife & History Trivia
Take our quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about India's wild jungles and ancient cultures!
Cultural Do's and Don'ts
Cultural Do's and Don'ts
Taking into consideration the array of cultural practices and beliefs, there is some general etiquette to follow when traveling to India.
India Weather | Winter & Early Spring
India Weather | Winter & Early Spring
Find out the monthly temperatures and average rainfall in India from November through April, so you'll be prepared for any weather in store!
India Packing List | Winter & Early Spring
India Packing List | Winter & Early Spring
Our helpful checklist contains clothing and gear recommendations for an India safari during the months of November through April.
Travel Stories & Articles
13 Fascinating Facts About Tigers
13 Fascinating Facts About Tigers
—By Wendy Redal
Do you know the length of a tiger's tail or what their favorite food is? Peruse these interesting tidbits to find out!
Do you know the length of a tiger's tail or what their favorite food is? Peruse these interesting tidbits to find out!
The Jewel and the Keystone of India’s Kanha National Park
The Jewel and the Keystone of India’s Kanha National Park
—By Lisa Poppleton
In India’s Kanha National Park, the keystone species is the Bengal tiger, and the “jewel” has been...
In India’s Kanha National Park, the keystone species is the Bengal tiger, and the “jewel” has been...
See—and Save—Bengal Tigers in India
See—and Save—Bengal Tigers in India
—By Peter Davis Krahenbuhl
Did you ever stop to wonder why some of the world’s most majestic animals are often also the most threatened species on Earth? The fact is that...
Did you ever stop to wonder why some of the world’s most majestic animals are often also the most threatened species on Earth? The fact is that...
India’s Top 10 Other Incredible Wildlife
India’s Top 10 Other Incredible Wildlife
—By Elissa Poma
While India is known for its majestic tigers, dozens of other wildlife species also abound in India’s top national parks. Here are the animals you're most...
While India is known for its majestic tigers, dozens of other wildlife species also abound in India’s top national parks. Here are the animals you're most...
