Essential Safari Booking Checklist 2026

Before you book your first Ranthambore safari for the 2026 season, work through this checklist to avoid the most common mistakes that cost visitors their permits or their sighting chances.

Pre-booking checklist

1. Create account at booking.forestrajasthan.com via Rajasthan SSO
2. Upload valid ID — Aadhaar/passport for Indians; passport for foreign nationals
3. Choose dates avoiding Wednesday (zones 1–5 closed) and Tuesday (zones 6–10 closed)
4. Select vehicle: Gypsy (6-seat, all zones, best for photography) or Canter (20-seat, budget)
5. Book 90+ days ahead for October–March peak season
6. Book 2–3 safaris minimum across different dates for zone diversity
7. Pay in full — permits are confirmed only after payment
8. Save voucher — screenshot and print; mandatory at boarding point
9. Arrive 15 minutes early at the assigned boarding point with original ID

Indicative 2026 fees (Indian nationals)

• Gypsy: ~₹3,050 per person (permit + vehicle + guide)
• Canter: ~₹2,422 per person

Confirm live rates on the official portal — government fees are subject to revision.