Wildlife
Sariska Tiger Reserve — a self drive trip from Alwar
Morning safaris in the Aravallis. Keep the car ready for an early start.
At a glance
Sariska is one of Rajasthan’s best-known tiger reserves, set in dry Aravalli forest less than an hour from Alwar. Alongside tigers it shelters leopards, sambar, nilgai, spotted deer, jungle cats and hundreds of bird species.
You drive yourself to the reserve gate and go into the forest on an official safari vehicle. Safaris are booked through the Rajasthan Forest Department, and core zones usually close during the monsoon (roughly July to September). Rules for private vehicles inside the reserve change, so check the official booking site before you travel.
Photo: Dan Lundberg · CC BY-SA 2.0
What to see
- Morning or evening jungle safari
- Kankwari Fort inside the reserve
- Pandupol Hanuman temple
- Siliserh Lake on the way back
Driving tips
- Book safari slots in advance on the official forest department site.
- Leave Alwar early — morning safaris start around sunrise.
- Fill fuel in Alwar before you head into the hills.
- Avoid driving forest roads after dark and never stop to feed animals.
The fleet
Best cars for this trip
Mahindra Thar
The iconic Indian 4x4 — made for Aravalli hill roads, Sariska weekends and photos you will keep.
- Seats
- 4 seats
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Luggage
- 1 bag
Hyundai Creta
A premium, high-riding SUV — comfortable on highways and confident on rough village roads.
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Gearbox
- Manual / Automatic
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Luggage
- 3 bags
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
An easy-driving 7-seater that keeps the whole family together without the running cost of a big SUV.
- Seats
- 7 seats
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Fuel
- Petrol / CNG
- Luggage
- 2 bags
FAQ
Trip FAQ
Sariska Tiger Reserve is about 37 km from Alwar by road — roughly 50 min of driving, depending on the route and traffic.
Mahindra Thar, Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga work well for this trip. Tell us how many people are travelling and we’ll suggest the right one.
Yes. Pick up a car from Alwar Rental Cars at Diwakari, Alwar and drive yourself. Share your route and dates when you book on +91 83060 35800.
October to June (core zones usually close in monsoon).
Planning a trip to Sariska Tiger Reserve?
Tell us your dates and how many people are travelling — we’ll suggest the right car.
