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Delhi, India
Use Delhi as your gateway to the north. Grab a quick meal in Connaught Place and stock up on supplies before heading into the wilderness.
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Jim Corbett, India
India's oldest national park is home to Bengal tigers, elephants, and leopards. Take early morning jeep safaris through the Dhikala zone for the best wildlife sightings.
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Rishikesh, India
Nestled in the Himalayan foothills along the Ganges, Rishikesh offers white-water rafting, jungle hikes, and stunning river scenery. The Rajaji National Park nearby is great for birdwatching and elephant spotting.
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Kaziranga, India
This UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam hosts two-thirds of the world's one-horned rhinoceroses. Elephant-back safaris at dawn offer an unforgettable way to explore the tall grasslands and wetlands.
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Cherrapunji, India
One of the wettest places on Earth, Cherrapunji in Meghalaya is famous for its dramatic waterfalls and living root bridges woven from rubber tree roots. Trek through lush subtropical forests and local Khasi villages.
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Munnar, India
Kerala's hill station is blanketed in emerald tea plantations and misty mountains. Visit Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri tahr and enjoy scenic walks among the rolling tea gardens.
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Periyar, India
Periyar Tiger Reserve surrounds a scenic lake where elephants, wild boar, and sambar deer come to drink. Take a boat safari on Periyar Lake or join a guided bamboo rafting trek deep into the forest.