India

• January 2006
  • Trip Report
• March 2012
  • Species List
  • Trip Report
• January 2020
  • Trip Report
  • Species List
• November 2023
  • Species List
  • Trip Report
• November 2024
  • Species List
  • Trip Report
• February 2025 (Big Cats)
  • Species List

This information is important for being prepared for your journey; we want you to have the best experience possible. If you only read one section, this one is key!

Ahead of Your Tour

• Make sure your passport is valid for six months AFTER your scheduled return date to the U.S. Your passport should have the required number of blank pages per stamp. If you are from a country other than the United States, please contact the Indian embassy website for guidelines.
• Obtain your India Tourist Visa. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond date of visa application to obtain a visa. 
• Please check current CDC recommendations for travel to India and consult with your doctor about general travel vaccinations you should have as precaution for travel. Many malarial drugs require you to start taking them a week ahead of the tour. See the “General Health and Inoculations” section below.
• Make your international flight reservations to and from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi, India. Please check all flight times with us before booking. Naturalist Journeys offers you the service of our travel agent, Pam Davis of Willamette Travel, to help you book flights.
• Please take luggage restrictions seriously! Luggage restrictions are 15 kilograms for the checked bag and 7 kilograms for the carry on. The excess baggage charge is US $8 per kilogram—if you plan to have excess baggage just let us know in advance and our operator can pre purchase to save time at the airport. Then you can just settle up with the operator while you're there.

Arrival into Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi

Please note. If you are delayed in travel, please FIRST call the number of our India guide. As a backup, contact our office (both numbers are on your emergency contact list).

Please plan to arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi in time for a welcome dinner. You will be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your accommodations for the evening. As the group arrives, we will gather for dinner to get to know each other and our guides. If you wish to see some of the city and plan to arrive early, our operator can help set that up as well as your early night hotel.

Please check the Travel Details tab of this tour for additional information and updates.

Departure from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi

For the main tour, we return to Delhi by flight and transfer to the airport for flights home.

The Extension also departs from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) in New Delhi.

Please check the Travel Details tab of this tour for additional information and updates.

Passports, Visas & Documents

Guidelines and regulations can change. It is always advisable to double-check the country’s documentation requirements 60-90 days ahead of traveling. Please check online for current regulations and to fully understand when to apply, as visas have a specific validity period. All visas and fees are subject to change. Information for U.S. citizens can be found at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html. If you are from another country, please contact the tour destination’s embassy website for guidelines.

Passport: You must have a passport that is in good condition and is valid for six months AFTER your scheduled return to the U.S. Please check that expiration date! You should have at least two blank passport pages. The blank pages need to say “Visas” at the top. Pages marked “Amendments and Endorsements” will not be accepted. 

Visa: A Tourist Visa is required for U.S. travelers. This visa must be acquired in advance as it cannot be obtained upon arrival. U.S. citizens looking to enter India only for tourist reasons, and who plan to stay no more than 60 days (as of this writing), can apply for an electronic travel authorization (ETA) in lieu of applying for a tourist visa at an Indian embassy or consulate. Please ensure you have the correct type of visa for your planned activity in India or you may be denied entry.

Please visit indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html to apply for your e-Tourist Visa and for additional information regarding the eligibilities and requirements. Applicant should carry a copy of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) along with him/her at the time of travel. Please confirm that your ETA status is shown as 'GRANTED' on this website prior to commencement of your journey. Applicants can track the status of their application online by clicking Visa Status.

You will need the contact information for our guide and operator.

• Avijit Sarkhel
• Vana Safaris
• 226 Platinum Heights, Sector 18B, Dwarka, New Delhi - 110075
• Office Phone - +91-11-47512262; Moblie Phone - +91-981-833-0707
• Contact Mail - vana@vanasafaris.com
• Website - www.vanasafaris.com

As a precaution for lost or misplaced documents you carry on your person during travel, we highly recommend you keep hard and digital backup copies on your phone (either photo or PDF scan), as well as a hard copy left with your emergency contact at home. The recommended important documents to copy include but are not limited to; your passport ID page, travel visa, the front and back of your credit card(s), the airline barcode on your luggage. This will greatly expedite getting new ones if necessary – we hope everyone will always keep travel documents close so that losing them will not be an issue.

General Health & Inoculations Information – Be Prepared!

Health requirements for entry to any country can change. It is always advisable to double-check the country’s health requirements and recommendations 60-90 days ahead of traveling. A helpful website for planning is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for India or by phone (800) CDC-INFO or (800) 232-4636.

We will share your health information with your guide. This information will be kept confidential but is very important as we want to be best prepared in case of a medical emergency.

Vaccinations: Bring your up-to-date vaccination records with you.  At the time of writing, no vaccines are required to enter India (with the exception for yellow fever if the traveler is arriving from or traveling through a yellow fever infected area).  However, the CDC recommends that all travelers be up to date with routine vaccinations and basic travel vaccines (such as Hepatitis A and Typhoid) before traveling to any destination. Please consult with your doctor for recommendations at least 4-6 weeks before departing on your trip, as some vaccines and anti-malarials require multiple doses prior to departure.

Malaria: The CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of India take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about choosing a drug to prevent malaria. Find here country-specific information about malaria.  Prevention is essential no matter what level of risk. A small risk is still a risk.  We recommend you do not take any chances. In addition to taking anti-malarial medication, during your outings, be sure to apply insect repellent (containing DEET); or Picaridin, OLE, etc., on any exposed skin as directed! For clothing, see Packing List for our recommendation.

Yellow fever: Vaccination is required for passengers entering India from (or stopover through >12 hour layover) countries with endemic yellow fever; check the CDC Yellow Book for list of countries at risk for yellow fever. 

Please, thoroughly read the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for travel to India or you may contact them by phone at (800) CDC-INFO or (800) 232-4636 if you have any unanswered questions.

Prescriptions: It is a good idea to pack any meds you take regularly in your carry-on luggage.  Bring an extra pair of glasses or contact lenses. Bring an adequate supply of any prescription medications you use, a copy of the prescription and a list of generic names of your medicines as “back-up” in case it is necessary to purchase drugs while abroad. You’ll want to keep medications in their original, labeled containers.  

Allergies: The roads can be very dusty which may trigger allergies or breathing difficulties, in which case, please bring your allergy and/or asthma medication. If you have severe allergies talk to your doctor about carrying an EPI pen and notify your guides. It is also recommended to carry with you an up-to-date record of known allergies, chronic medical problems and Medic Alerts so that, if necessary, emergency treatment can be carried out without endangering your health. 

Common Ailments: We recommend that you bring a travel-sized first aid kit (including items such as ointments, moisturizer, sunscreen, oral rehydration salts, band-aids, moleskin for blisters, cotton swabs, nail clippers, and tweezers, etc.) and a supply of standard over-the-counter medications for prevention or treatment of common ailments (such as for diarrhea, constipation, stomach upset, cough, congestion, head or body aches, insect bites, sunburn, etc.).

Daily Itinerary

We generally follow the published itinerary but do network with other guides and may make changes if we hear of great bird sightings or a new opportunity. The joy of our travel is tremendous flexibility, and we make every effort to do the things you particularly want to do. Your guide will keep you apprised of the next day’s schedule at each evening meal, noting what to bring and what to prepare for. Questions and/or concerns are welcome.

Food & Drinks

Indian food is a highlight of the trip and has an amazing history dating back thousands of years! Indian food can be rich, spicy, and delicious! Usually, stomach upsets are due to a change of diet or an excess of chilis, rather than bacteria. However, as with any travel, minor intestinal problems are possible, so we suggest bringing Imodium. Please discuss appropriate medication with your physician.

The CDC considers tap water in India not safe to drink. Bottled water, water that has been disinfected, and hot drinks that have been boiled are safe to drink. We provide bottled water in the vehicles. We also bring purification filters you can use to refill bottles when possible, to cut down on use of plastics. There are water bottles now with filters that are great for travel. Another option is a SteriPen to purify your drinking water. This operates with UV light - in 90 seconds, your tap water is safe to drink!

Packing, Clothing & Laundry

Please pack light, though keep in mind that you encounter a variety of conditions including colder weather at higher elevations. And please pack all essential medications and your binoculars in your CARRY-ON. 

TRAVEL TIP: Imagine NOT getting your suitcase. Wear your most important shoes for the field and have one day’s clothing change (including a change of underwear!). And please do not pack any essential medications, or your vital optics, in your checked luggage!

Spending Money

The official currency of India is the rupee. For the current exchange rate, please refer to an online converter tool like www.xe.com, or your bank. We advise you carry a mix of different types of payments, such as the local currency, an ATM card, and a credit card. U.S. dollars are not typically accepted; the local currency is preferred. Indian rupees are not available to obtain anywhere outside of India. You should plan to exchange money or use an ATM when you arrive. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) has several foreign exchange counters and ATMs from various banks. Bring large U.S. bills ($50 or $100) that will give you the better rate when exchanging to local currency.

An easy way is to withdraw funds from a local ATM. ATMs are available throughout India’s cities and larger towns. They are limited in smaller towns and National Parks. The ATM will give you local money and your bank will convert that into U.S. Dollars. Many banks charge a fee of $1 - $5 each time you use a foreign ATM. Others may charge you a percentage of the amount you withdraw. Check with your bank before departure.

Credit and debit cards are commonly accepted throughout India. We suggest you have more than one card available, if possible. You may want to bring more than one brand of card (one Visa, and one MasterCard; American Express is less accepted). Not every shop will accept every card. Some smaller shops and restaurants require cash, so it is always a good idea to ask before making a purchase. Also, we recommend that you advise your bank or credit card company that you will be traveling to India to avoid questions, card freezes, or charges. If you have a choice of cards, bring one with no foreign exchange fees.

Traveler’s checks are not widely accepted. They can be difficult to exchange. We do not advise you use them.

When it comes to spending money, every traveler has different spending habits. Please consider your own spending behaviors when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. There are MANY shopping temptations in India.

Gratuities

Tipping is optional and completely at your discretion. If you would like to show our appreciation to your guides, lodge and hotel staff or anyone associated with this tour, it is entirely appropriate. Know that they appreciate anything you care to give and of course you can do more if you wish! Lodges normally have a box for tips that the staff share, and hotels you would just tip the maids as you do at home. 

Here is a standard suggestion for tipping on wildlife trips:

• Main guide: USD $10 per person/day
• Safari guide: USD $10 per person/day
• Transfer (airport shuttle) driver: USD $2 per person
• Tour driver (if different from guide): USD $3 per person/day
• Lodge staff: USD $5 per person/day for all staff to share
• Hotel & international airport bellmen: USD  $1

Please note recommended tips are quoted in U.S. dollars. Tips should be converted and paid in Indian rupee.

Cell Phones & Internet Service

Your guide is well connected and can help if any urgent communication need arises. However, it is highly recommended that you travel with a cell phone, if only as a precaution for the unfortunate occurrence of a medical emergency during an outing and needing swift accessibility to critical personal or medical contacts. 

Please check with your wireless provider to see if your phone and service will work in your destination country. Options include activating international roaming, purchasing a local SIM card at the airport (newer phones may not accept SIM cards), or simply turning off cellular service and relying on Wi-Fi to make calls and access the internet. If your phone can connect to Wi-Fi, you may be able to make voice and video calls free of charge. Another option if you have access to Wi-Fi is to use smartphone apps like Skype, WhatsApp, or Viber to send text messages, and make voice calls, or video calls. Many smartphones, tablets, or laptops come with one of these apps pre-installed or you can download for free.

Your hotels and most local restaurants provide Wi-Fi at least in their common areas. Although it is generally a reliable service, it can be affected by adverse weather conditions due to the remote location.

Make sure if you do NOT want to use your cell phone that you turn off your cellular data. You could incur huge charges if you are not on Wi-Fi. Putting your phone in airplane mode if you mainly use it for photos will save the battery as well. 

Please refrain from taking or making cell phone calls in the vehicles when traveling with other passengers, unless it appears to be an emergency. This disrupts other guests, plan on cell phone call use on your own time.

Electricity

The standard Indian voltage is 230V and frequency is 50 Hz, using the power plug and socket type C, D, and M (the U.S. uses 110 V with plug and socket type A & B).

You will need a power plug adapter and a voltage converter (or make sure your devices can be used with 220/240 Volts). Adaptors can be purchased ahead of time and are generally available at major airports. More information can be found atwww.power-plugs-sockets.com.

Time

India has one time zone of India Standard Time (IST). A great website if you want to tell someone to check ahead of calling you is www.timeanddate.com.

Questions?

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at clientservices@naturalistjourneys.com or telephone us toll free at (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey!

Pace of the Tour & What to Expect

You will receive a Schedule-at-a-Glance and list of hotels (our eContact List) a few weeks before your departure. This will serve as an outline for each day and alert you to any recent changes made in the schedule or to our hotels, if needed.

Our journeys are set up to follow the rhythm of nature. Our focus is on birding and nature; we offer full, well-planned field days and often get up early for that magical time around dawn. We generally follow the published itinerary, but we stay flexible to the weather, wildlife opportunities and the interests of the group. Your guide will keep you apprised of the next day’s schedule at each evening meal, noting what to bring and what to prepare for. Questions and/or concerns are welcome.

The pace of our Naturalist Journeys tours is moderate; to fully participate you should be able to get in and out of vehicles several times a day, and walk 1-3 miles over uneven terrain. It is important to participate with a flexible attitude as adjustments may be made in our schedule to make the most of our time in the field or for other purposes at your guide's discretion. We are not a “listing” bird company that drills down on target species, but at times we do wait for those special species unique to the places we visit. During the day, we take time to stop for photos and for educational opportunities to learn about conservation projects, landscapes, and geology. We appreciate other taxa as well as birds, with mammals often the biggest draw but plants and butterflies are also very popular. Our clients often lend their own expertise to the mix.

We like to make meals a fun and memorable part of the experience, too. Breakfasts are often at hotels, and we carry snacks, fruit, and water in the vans each day. Lunches are a mix of picnics in the field (weather dependent) and a chance to dine with locals at small cafes and restaurants. For dinner, we pride ourselves in our homework to keep up with the best choices for dining, choosing restaurants with atmosphere that specialize in local foods. On occasion we keep dinner simple to go back out in the field for sunset wildlife viewing or night walks. In some remote locations, our choices are limited. If you are tired, room service for dinner may be an option you can choose.

Naturalist Journeys International Trips: Guide Role

Naturalist Journeys supports ecotourism and the development of excellent local guides. Once we know our international partners and guides well, we can send out small groups working directly with these trusted partners, adding a Naturalist Journeys guide to assist the local expert when we have a group of 6-7 or more. This helps us keep your costs down while retaining tour quality. The local guide is your main guide. You can expect your Naturalist Journeys guide to be well-researched and often they are experienced in the destination, but their role is not to be primary, it is to help to organize logistics, help you find birds, mammals, and interesting other species in the field, keep reports, help facilitate group interactions, and to keep the trip within Naturalist Journeys' style. Local guides live in the countries we travel to, know the destinations intimately, and are often the strongest force for conservation in their countries. They open many doors for us to have a rich experience.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted in any vehicle or in any situation where the group is participating in an activity together, such as a vehicle excursion or a guided walk. Please respect all designated smoking areas at hotels and restaurants.

Transportation

As a courtesy to each other, we ask that all travelers please rotate seating. On international trips we may all be in one small bus, on some trips we are in vans, particularly the roomy Sprinter Vans when available. Some areas require us to be in smaller 4-wheel drive or safari vehicles. Rotation allows you to sit with different drivers and alternate front and back seating.

Photo Release & Sharing

We take many group photos and will share photos with the group. And after your tour, we will organize a chance to share photos via Dropbox or Google Photos. Please note that this is our policy and if you prefer to be excluded, we need to know ahead of your tour.

By registering for this tour, you agree to grant to Naturalist Journeys and its authorized representatives’ permission to record on photography film and/or video, pictures of my participation in the tour. You further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote Naturalist Journeys, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

Travel Insurance

You are traveling in remote areas. Naturalist Journeys strongly recommends you have full medical and evacuation insurance from a company such as Allianz, for all international travel. If you do not have medical coverage or evacuation coverage on your existing travel insurance policy or for some reason elected not to take that out, we advise getting an evacuation plan with Global Rescue, World Nomads, Medjet, Allianz (they can do evacuation only) or a similar company. These plans are typically $300-$400 for a year for multiple destinations. This coverage may be a part of a larger Travel Insurance policy but can also be purchased on its own.

Questions?

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at clientservices@naturalistjourneys.com or telephone our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey.

Please pack light!

Soft luggage is much easier for us to pack than a more rigid hard sided piece, so if you have the choice, please use your soft luggage. Be sure to have your name and address on the inside of the bag, as well as on the luggage tag on the handle. It is our hope that you can pack in one checked suitcase that does not exceed 45 pounds. Be sure to pack essential items in your carry-on bag. You will want a day pack for field trips, so this is an ideal carry-on. Please reconfirm your airline’s baggage weight and size restrictions about a week or so before departure.

India's temperature varies dramatically based on both latitude and altitude. During your stay in lower elevations temperatures commonly average 75-85°F during the day with cooler early mornings and evenings averaging 60-50°F. Mornings can be colder in the winter months. In the mountains temperatures will be colder with averages of 25-35°F during the day and 10-20°F at night. NOTE that it expected to be chilly in the mountains in the mornings and evenings. Layers are essential for this temperature variance. It’s a good idea to bring quality thermal wear (thermal long underwear and thermal long-sleeved undershirts and tights or leggings) to keep warm for the nights in the Sham Valley.

Clothing & Gear

• Lightweight long pants (2-3 pair)
• Shorts (optional)
• Lightweight long-sleeved shirts (2-3)
• T-shirts or equivalent (1 per day – remember you may be buying some there anyway!)
• Comfortable clothes for evenings
• Personal underclothing
• Warm sleepwear
• Thermal long underwear/shirts/tights or leggings 
• Warm socks- (i.e. Darn Tough or Smartwool are great options!)
• Comfortable mid-layer (fleece jacket, vest, etc.)
• Walking shoes (such as sneakers or tennis shoes)
• Hiking boots – good tread and support are essential
• Sandals or slip ons for evenings and travel days
• Warm down jacket (essential in the mountains)
• Raincoat that can double as a wind-proof layer
• Wool hat and warm gloves or mittens
• Balaclava or scarf
• Any additional layers you may need for mornings and nights in cold temperatures
• Bathing suit (optional)
• Baseball cap or brimmed hat for sun protection

Equipment & Miscellaneous

• Airline tickets (or have your E-Tickets ready)
• Passport, visa (if required), travel insurance info, money & credit cards.
• A secure pouch to carry the items above on your person at all times (such as a secure, under-clothing document pouch)
• As a backup: copies of all the above (phone and/or paper) packed in a separate location than on your person, plus a set given to your emergency contact at home as a backup. For passport, copy of the ID and entry stamp pages.
• Small daypack or fanny pack for carrying your field gear
• Sleeping bag liner (often fleece, silk or cotton). You will want to have this while at camp!
• Hand and foot warmers
• Dry shampoo and biodegradable body wipes (if desired while tent camping in Hemis. You will have hot water buckets in the morning and evening for washing, but it takes a lot of effort to make hot water at 13,000 feet!)
• Cell phone and charger
• Camera and extra batteries/chargers, memory cards, lens cleaning supplies and instruction manual
• Tablet or laptop for personal use and/or transferring photos, USB cord and charger (optional)
• Electrical converter and adapter plugs
• Portable power bank (optional but especially recommended while at camp)
• Trekking poles; recommend collapsible models that will fit in your suitcase (optional)
• Small flashlight and/or headlamp with fresh batteries
• Sunscreen/Chapstick with SPF or equivalent and waterproof sunblock
• Insect repellent (containing DEET); if not, then Picaridin, OLE, etc. Use as directed! Sulfur powder for chigger bites if available
• Toiletries
• Earplugs (if useful)
• Water bottle
• Biodegradable laundry soap if you plan to hand wash articles of clothing
• Steri-Pen or other UV water treatment device to help cut down on the use of plastic bottles (optional)
• Face mask for asthma sufferers or other breathing issues (optional – helpful on dusty roads or high air pollution areas)

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TRAVELING WITH PRECIOUS OR VALUABLE JEWELRY – don’t tempt anyone and don’t bring things you’d regret losing - your mind will be at ease!

Medical & First Aid Items

• Heath insurance and vaccination information (kept in personal pouch with other travel documents)
• Personal medications
• Anti-malarial prophylactics (and antibiotics in case of infection) use as prescribed by your physician
• Personal first aid kit including medications for general ailments (Imodium or Lomotil, Antihistamine cream or tablets, eye drops, etc.)
• Altitude sickness and motion sickness preventatives if likely to be needed
• Copy of eyeglass prescription, medical prescriptions, and any medical alerts
• Extra pair of eyeglasses or contacts
• Band-Aids, moleskin to protect against blisters
• Antibacterial hand soap or hand sanitizer (small size)

There are many titles of interest for India; the following are a few that we have enjoyed that can get you started.

Top Picks

Birds of India: Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives 

Merlin App – India: All. First, download the Merlin app here and then look for the location-specific packs.

Field Guides

Birds of India (Collins Field Guide)

A Photographic Field Guide to the Birds of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh

A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of India

Indian Mammals: A Field Guide 

A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of India 

Butterflies of India 

A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles of India 

Natural History

The Life and Fate of the Indian Tiger 

Land of the Seven Rivers: A Brief History of India’s Geography 

India: National Geographic Adventure Map

Guidebooks

The Diplomat’s Travel Guide to India: An Essential Travel Guide to Experiencing the Food, Art, Culture, People and Customs of this Exotic Land 

Lonely Planet South India & Kerala

The Rough Guide to South India and Kerala 

History & Culture

India After Gandhi Revised and Updated Edition: The History of the World's Largest Democracy 

History of India: A Captivating Guide to Ancient India, Medieval Indian History, and Modern India Including Stories of the Maurya Empire, the British Raj, Mahatma Gandhi, and More 

The Little Book of Hindu Deities 

Mohandas K. Gandhi, Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth 

India - Culture Smart! The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture 

Lonely Planet Hindi, Urdu & Bengali Phrasebook & Dictionary

The Story of India. BBC 6-part documentary. Presented by Michael Wood. 2007. Amazon Prime Video.

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General

About India

• https://www.incredibleindia.org/content/incredibleindia/en.html

Nature, Wildlife & Biology

Birds of India - eBird.org

• https://ebird.org/region/IN?yr=all

Birds of India – iNaturalist.org

• https://www.inaturalist.org/check_lists/8949-Birds-of-India

Birds of India - Birding.in

• https://www.birding.in/birds_of_india.htm

Birds of India - Avibase checklist

• https://avibase.bsc-eoc.org/checklist.jsp?region=IN&list=howardmoore

Butterflies

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_butterflies_of_India

Indian Elephant

• https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/indian-elephant

Guar

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaur

Bengal Tiger

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bengal_tiger

Leopard

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_leopard

Conservation, Parks & Reserves

Tadoba National Park and Tiger Reserve

• https://www.tadobanationalpark.in

Gir National Park

• https://www.girnationalpark.in

Geology & Geography

Maps of India

• https://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/india/

Geography of India

• https://www.mapsofindia.com/geography/

Geology of India

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geology_of_India

History & Culture

Brief History of India

• https://asiasociety.org/india-historical-overview

Indian Culture

• https://knowindia.gov.in/culture-and-heritage/lifestyle-values-and-beliefs.php
• https://www.everyculture.com/Ge-It/India.html

Indian Food and Cuisine

• https://www.culturalindia.net/indian-food/
• https://www.culturalindia.net/indian-food/south-indian.html
• https://www.blueosa.com/the-top-10-indian-dishes/

Basic Hindi Phrases with Pronunciation

•  https://ielanguages.com/hindi-phrases.html

Helpful Travel Websites

Arrival to Delhi  - Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

• https://www.newdelhiairport.in

National Passport Information Center

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html

U.S. Department of State International Travel Information

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html

Homeland Security Real ID Act

• https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

• https://www.cbp.gov/travel

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

• https://www.tsa.gov

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - India

• https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/india?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-single-001

Canada Travel Advice and Advisories- India

• https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/india

Travel Health Pro (UK)- India

• https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/5/india-andaman-and-nicobar-islands

Foreign Exchange Rates

• https://www.xe.com/

ATM Locator

• https://www.visa.com/atmlocator/
• https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/personal/get-support/find-nearest-atm.html

Electricity and Plugs- India

• https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/india/

Date, Time, and Holidays- India

• https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/india
• https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/india/