🐆 Jawai (Leopard Country)
Jawai, in southern Rajasthan, is famous for its wild leopards that roam freely among granite hills, sharing space with the local Rabari shepherds. Unlike typical tiger reserves, Jawai isn’t fenced – wildlife and humans coexist in harmony. The Jawai Dam adds beauty, attracting migratory birds and crocodiles. It’s a mix of raw wilderness + unique culture.
🏰 Kumbhalgarh Fort
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kumbhalgarh is one of Rajasthan’s most impressive forts and the birthplace of Maharana Pratap. Its massive wall stretches 36 km (second-longest in the world, after the Great Wall of China). Perched high in the Aravalli hills, the fort has palaces, temples, and offers sweeping views. The surrounding Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary adds a touch of adventure.
🛕 Ranakpur Jain Temple
Built in the 15th century, Ranakpur’s marble Chaturmukha Jain Temple is an architectural marvel. With 1,444 intricately carved pillars (no two alike), grand halls, and detailed sculptures, it’s one of the most beautiful and largest Jain temples in India. Nestled in a quiet valley of the Aravalli hills, it’s known for its spiritual serenity and breathtaking craftsmanship.
👉 Together, these three create a unique tour of wildlife, spirituality, and history – Jawai for leopards, Ranakpur for faith and art, Kumbhalgarh for royal grandeur
Day 0 - Departure
Meet the Trikon team at BDTS(Bandra Terminus)and board the 20943 Bgkt Humsafar Express
Train boarding points -
Bandra Terminus - 9:45 pm
Borivali - 10: 10 pm
(Meal - No meal provided)
Day 1: Time to meet the leopards!
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Morning arrival at Jawai Bandh at 10 am.
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We begin our trip, right away by visiting the Jawai Dam, where we could spot crocodiles and other migratory birds.
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After that, we check in to our stay, have late lunch and rest for a while.
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Evening Leopard Safari in Jawai hills, accompanied by a passionate local wildlife expert, followed by an informative story session about leopards and the other wildlife around Jawai.
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Overnight in Jawai
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(Meals - Dinner included)
Day 2: Unique Ranakpur & Royalty of Kumbhalgarh.
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Early morning Leopard & Bird Safari, we take one more try at spotting more leopards; morning safaris and evening safaris are both different and unique.
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Post breakfast, we begin our drive to visit Ranakpur temple.
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After the visit, have lunch and proceed for Kumbhalgarh.
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Explore Kumbhalgarh and enjoy the views from the fort, overviewing the entire 36 km - wall.
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Overnight at Kumbhalgarh/nearby (This change ensures less late-night driving and a closer start for Day 3).
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(Meals - Breakfast and Dinner included)
Day 3: Falna Golden Temple & Drop to Railway Station.
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Morning: Enjoy the surroundings of Kumbhalgarh and have a relaxed breakfast.
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We then drive towards Falna (approx. 2-2.5 hours) for the next activity.
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Visit the Jain Golden Temple in Falna.
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Lunch enroute.
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Post-lunch, drop to the Falna railway station
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Board 22452 - Cgd - BDTS Exp, overnight train back to Mumbai.
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(Meals - Breakfast included)
Day 4: Arrival in Mumbai.
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Borivali - 6:46 am
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Bandra Terminus - 7:35 am
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Trip ends with great memories!
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(Meals - No meals included)
Important Notes
Leopard sightings are matter of luck. Jawai is one such place where there is a 70-80% chance of leopard sightings. If there is patience and silence, the chances of sighting increase.
The itinerary might see slight tweaks or enhancements depending on what the group enjoys, the weather, or how crowded places are, guaranteeing a bespoke adventure for every group.
What is included in the tour
- Accomodation on triple sharing basis (1000 per person person extra for double sharing)
- All internal travel in AC vehicle
- 1 morning and 1 evening leopard jeep safari
- Local guides during safari and fort visit
- Train tickets, (if opted for, SL/3AC as per choice)
- Breakfast on Day 2 and 3.
- Dinner on Day 1 and 2
- Entrance fees wherever applicable
What is NOT included in the tour
- Lunches on all days
- All meals during train journey
- Expenses of personal nature
- Anything not included in Inclusions
- Any expenses due to natural calamities/unforseen changes etc.
- 5% GST
- Leopard Safaris– Morning and evening open jeep rides across granite hills where leopards roam freely.
- Leopard Stories and Info Sessions - We will have a special sessions pertaining to stories surrounding leopards and other wildlife of Jawai.
- Jawai Dam – photography haven with crocodiles & migratory birds (flamingos, cranes, pelicans).
- Chaturmukha Temple – grand 15th-century marble temple with 1,444 intricately carved pillars and the speciality being, no 2 pillars are the same!
- The Wall. – How many of you know about this? In Kumbhalgarh, lies the 36 km long, second only to the Great Wall of China. Experience the walk along the massive wall.
- Kumbhalgarh Fort (UNESCO site)– birthplace of Maharana Pratap.
- Badal Mahal (Palace of Clouds) – offers panoramic views of the Aravallis.
- ID Card
- Personal water bottle
- Preferably avoid bright-coloured clothing during the safari
- Jacket/sweater for the chilly early mornings
- Bandanna or scarf to protect from dust
- Cap and sunglasses
- Sunscreen (very important)
- Camera (optional)
- Binocular
- Snacks and Electral
- Haversack or backpack (no sling bags)
- Personal medicines (if needed)
- Hand sanitizer
- A good pair of binoculars
Railway Ticket Rules and Regulations
- We at T Trikon, Provide some of our tour packages with Train Tickets. We Use official Agent portals of IRCTC to book tickets. All the rules regarding Booking and Refund are governed by IRCTC only.
- As per rules bookings for the respective dates open 60 days in Advance, In order to get confirmed tickets it is advised to book your seat as early as possible.
- If Tickets are In RAC or Waitlist, We use previous data and some IRCTC partner apps to predict the confirmation chances and book accordingly.
- We cannot guarantee any Specific seats or Berths (Like Window seat or lower berth) since Seats are allotted by IRCTC algorithm and we have no control over it.
- If you are keen on having specific seats or berths, make sure to book well in Advance.
- Similarly different PNRs may have seats located in Different coaches as per IRCTC Algorithm and we cannot guarantee all seats together in case of bigger group.
- For Bookings done after tickets are heavily waitlisted; to get confirmed seats we will book seats in Tatkal or Premium Tatkal Quota. In such case you’ll have to pay additional amount at actuals with agent charges.