Overview

Located on the eastern outskirts of Jaipur, Jhalana Leopard Reserve was one of India’s first designated leopard conservation areas. It sits amidst the Aravalli foothills and is famous for frequent leopard sightings often very close to visitors, making it a top urban wildlife attraction.

Flora and Fauna

While leopards are the main draw, the reserve’s scrub and rocky habitat also supports:

• Striped hyenas, jackals, desert foxes, jungle cats.
• Nilgai (blue bull), spotted deer (chital), sambar deer.
• Birdlife including native and seasonal species.

How to Reach

By Air:

• Jaipur International Airport (~6 km) — quick taxi or cab ride to the reserve.

By Rail:

• Jaipur Junction (~11–13 km) connects with major cities like Delhi, Udaipur, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad.

By Road:

• Posted on direct highways; Jaipur is well connected by road from many Indian destinations.

Safari Experience

• 4×4 Jeep (Gypsy) Safaris with trained guides track leopards in their natural habitat.
• Typical safari duration is about 2–3 hours.
• Safaris may include routes through Amagarh forest too, which is an expanding part of the leopard conservation area.

Wildlife Spotting

• Leopards here are often seen during the daytime due to their acclimatization to human presence.
• Smaller mammals and birds add diversity to sightings.

Tips for Jhalana

• The best time to visit is generally from October to March when the weather is pleasant and sightings clearer.
• Early morning and late‑afternoon safaris maximize animal activity visibility.
• Book safaris in advance (slots can fill quickly in peak season).