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Record Foreign Interest as 46,500 Book New Year 2027 Safari at Ranthambore
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 06:31 PM
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Around 46,500 visitors, including 19,500 overseas tourists, secured advance tickets for the New Year 2027 safari at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve after bookings opened on November 1.
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan witnessed an unprecedented surge in bookings as the advance reservation window for the New Year 2027 safari opened on November 1. Within a short span, a total of 46,500 tickets were sold, reflecting strong domestic enthusiasm for the festive wildlife experience.
The reservation data reveals that 19,500 of those tickets were purchased by foreign tourists, indicating that international interest in India's flagship tiger reserve is outpacing local demand for this particular event. Travel agencies and online platforms reported the bookings filling up faster than anticipated.
Park officials have confirmed that the high turnout will require meticulous crowd management and enhanced safety protocols to ensure both visitor satisfaction and wildlife protection. The reserve is preparing additional guided tours and extended viewing hours to accommodate the influx while preserving the natural habitat of its resident tigers.
The New Year safari, a popular attraction that combines wildlife viewing with festive celebrations, is expected to boost the region's tourism revenue significantly. Authorities are also coordinating with local hotels and transport services to manage the expected surge in visitor numbers.
Stakeholders view the strong foreign participation as a positive sign for India's eco‑tourism sector, suggesting that continued investment in conservation and visitor infrastructure could sustain such demand in future years.
The reservation data reveals that 19,500 of those tickets were purchased by foreign tourists, indicating that international interest in India's flagship tiger reserve is outpacing local demand for this particular event. Travel agencies and online platforms reported the bookings filling up faster than anticipated.
Park officials have confirmed that the high turnout will require meticulous crowd management and enhanced safety protocols to ensure both visitor satisfaction and wildlife protection. The reserve is preparing additional guided tours and extended viewing hours to accommodate the influx while preserving the natural habitat of its resident tigers.
The New Year safari, a popular attraction that combines wildlife viewing with festive celebrations, is expected to boost the region's tourism revenue significantly. Authorities are also coordinating with local hotels and transport services to manage the expected surge in visitor numbers.
Stakeholders view the strong foreign participation as a positive sign for India's eco‑tourism sector, suggesting that continued investment in conservation and visitor infrastructure could sustain such demand in future years.