Ranging from adventure sports, hill-stations, mountains and forest lands, the North Eastern part of India is treasured with all such beauties, that a travelers looks for. Of the many tourist attractions in the region, Manas National Park allures wildlife enthusiasts from different parts of the world. The park is a dwelling for the endangered one-horned [...]
The November edition of National Geographic magazine (NG) posed the question “Was Darwin Wrong?” on its front cover. Natural scientist David Quammen, author of the article by the same name, replied “No” to that question from his own perspective, and claimed that Darwin’s theory of evolution was today backed up by powerful scientific evidence. Quammen [...]
Kibale forest national park is found in Uganda near the town of Fortportal in western part of Uganda. This is a park that is in the densely tropical forest of Africa in Uganda.This park is known for its concentration of a variety of monkeys and other apes. Some apes species in this park are habituated [...]
Yellowstone National Park conveys visions of big trout guzzling stoneflies and mayflies, pristine waters and unlimited vistas. As much as I like fishing in Yellowstone, it is difficult to focus simply on fishing with all beautiful landscapes and wildlife at your fingertips.
However, the Yellowstone River is a must for any full-fledged fly fisherman. It’s a [...]
Yosemite National Park is a famous and popular place for people and families to spend their holidays and vacations. Most people would like to drive their cars or rent a car to the park, while other would prefer to fly to the surrounding airports then drive into it. The park covers 1189 square miles of [...]
As one of the fastest growing cosmopolitan cities of Asia, Bangalore is home to some of the industrial giants of the world. A breeding ground for scientific establishments and the IT industry this city thrives under sheer willpower. It is very rarely that a city has the power to motivate and attract a traveler to [...]
Wish to explore the wilderness in the scenic north east India? Visit Kaziranga National Park in Assam, and you will be amazed to know that it not only hosts two-third of the world’s Great One-horned Rhinoceroses but also serves as a ground for large breeding populations of elephants, wild water buffalo and swamp deer. Established [...]
The Grand Tetons – Norman A. Rubin
(As one enters Grand Teton National Park the landscape can be overwhelming. The magnificent mountain range, as well as its historical background, captures the hearts of many, young and old.)
Standing on the edge of a rocky ridge, the mountain man squinted as he searched and studied the wide [...]
Are you planning a Florida vacation? If so be sure to visit the Orlando area and its many theme parks and attractions, and if you have some more time, then you might also want to visit Florida’s southern tip and explore the Everglades National Park.
In an age when we have all become environmentally conscious, the [...]
A Kenyan Safari to the Mount Kenya National Park and Reserve should be on your list of options when planning a safari if only because of its height, being the second highest mountain in Africa. Mount Kenya is 17,058 feet high and the National Park and Reserve has 1300 square kilometres of forest reserve with [...]
For those who are wildlife aficionado, Periyar National Park is a paradise in the true sense of the word. High on scenic beauty and rich in bio-diversity, this Park is located in the Cardamom Hills in the enchanting land of Kerala. Also a Tiger Reserve, the Park attracts tourists from all over the world. The [...]
About Madhav National Park
Madhav National Park is located in the district of Shivpuri in the Gwalior region at Madhya Pradesh in India. It was put up in 1959 with a total area of 156 sq. km. This attraction is open all throughout the year. The park imposes the protection from which the area gets pleasure [...]
What do you think of when you think Louisiana? Most people would answer bayous, shrimp boats, and the mighty Mississippi emptying into the gulf. You probably don’t picture a hilly landscape of old growth pines and awe-inspiring forest views. But, that’s just what Kisatchie National Forest, in northern and central Louisiana, is all about.
The southern [...]
It was 1913 and great stretches of Africa were still unknown to the white man when Stewart Edward White, an American hunter, set out from Nairobi. Pushing south, he recorded: “We walked for miles over burnt out country… Then I saw the green trees of the river, walked two miles more and found myself in [...]
Lying in the wooded valley in the Aravali Hills, a tangle of greenery against red clay, Sariska Reserve & National Park covers 800 sq km and is divided into the grasslands, dry deciduous forests, sheer cliffs and rocky landscapes. It is home to sambars (deer), chitals (spotted deer), wild boars and lots of birds. It [...]
You can survey the endless vista of the Serengeti National Park Tanzania and its teeming wildlife, a cooling drink in hand, served by the attentive staff. Wildlife Game Drives Safari Camping Walking Culture Honeymoon Photography Birding Luxury Tented Camp Day Tour. Kirawira Camp, epitome of colonially styled safari luxury stands high on the bluff of [...]
Gir National Park, established in 1965, lies in western Gujarat. As National Parks go, Gir practically sells itself: it serves as a reserve forest for preserving the Asiatic lion. The vast terrain—forests, grasslands, rivers and swamps—supports the full Animal Planet menagerie including the antelope, leopard, deer, hyena, jackal and crocodile. The watering holes dotting the [...]
Gir National Park is one of the most valued sanctuaries in India. It supports a lot of different kinds of species. The protection of this wildlife must be continued and supported.
Gir National Park is located at Junagadh District, Gujarat. It has a total land area of 1,414 square kilometers. The national park’s area is divided [...]
Deep within the shadows of the dense valley bushveld of the Sundays River region of the Eastern Cape lies the Addo Elephant National Park. Here, the evenings are punctuated by the strident howl of the black-backed jackal, and the francolin’s call heralds each new dawn. Safe from relentless persecution in the past, the grey leviathans [...]
Kaziranga National Park has no dearth of distinct flora and fauna. Due to which it is designated as one of the famous World Heritage Site in 1985. Kaziranga National Park was established in the year 1905 as a Reserve forest. Since than it has achieved a notable success in wildlife conservation. All thanks to the [...]
Park information:
Located between the islands of Flores and Sumbawa Island.
Covers an area of between 1,875 and 2,321 square kilometers.
Consist of three main Islands: Komodo, Rinca and Padar
Famous for its pre-historic and Komodo ‘’Dragons’’ – found only in this area of the world.
Home to one of the richest marine environments in the world.
Excellent coral reefs.
Outstanding [...]
Samburu Sopa Lodge is built overlooking the wildlife-rich banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, and is comprised of 60 en-suite rooms, all with balconies from which to view the hills, plains and river surrounding the lodge. Samburu Sopa Hotel is located inside the Samburu National Reserve in Northern Kenya.
Sopa Samburu Lodge is the only hotel [...]
History of Corbett National Park
Established in 1936 as India’s first national park. Corbett in famous for its wide range of wildlife and its gorgeous location in the foothills of the Himalayas by the Ramganga river. With the current addition of the sonanadi wildlife sanctuary to the west, Corbett has grown from 520 to 1318 sq [...]
Just about an hour’s drive from the bustle of Miami you will find one of America’s most unusual national parks covering more than one and a half million acres of southern Florida. The Everglades National Park is one of the most diverse ecosystems to be found anywhere in the world and is simple a wonderland [...]
It has never been easy to find accommodation in and around Bwindi national park in south western Uganda as it is today. Many people have embarked on the construction on Camping sites, Executive Hotels and Safari Lodges near Bwindi national park more than ever before.But first we need to know why everybody is busy flocking [...]
You will be delighted to hear that Chobe National Park is not only the second largest national park in Botswana but also has one of the greatest concentrations of game found on the African continent. The Park is divided into four sections, the Serondela area, the Savuti Marsh area, the Nogatsaa and Tchinga, and the [...]
About Tadoba National ParkThe forest in the region of Chimur Hills is located at Chandrapur, India. It is very famous for its wildlife for many centuries now. This mystical place was once ruled by the dynasty of the Gond kings. Hunting was constrained barely to wild animals in 1905 and was absolutely forbidden since 1935. [...]
Located in the state of Selangor 13 km to the northeast of Kuala Lumpur, the National Zoo is within a few minutes drive from the busy capital. Originally constructed in a virgin forest surrounding a natural lake, the 110 acres zoo provides an oasis-like retreat from the growing city. The long standing history of Zoo [...]
Rudyard Kipling once described this land as primal jungle and Jim Corbett loved to travel the length and breadth of this land fearlessly. This is Corbett National Park (CNP), a splendid place supporting a vast reservoir of wildlife. This park has the honour of first national park of the country. It was so declared [...]
1. Masai Mara National Reserve
Location
The park is at 265km south west of Nairobi on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. It borders the Serengeti national park in Tanzania sharing in the rich biodiversity environment.
Major attractions: The great wilder beast Migration between the months of July and October before returning to Serengeti, The big [...]
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