The temperature was just 11 degrees on arrival (13 when we left Heathrow) and it was strange to see woolly hats and thick coats. It was also pretty hazy.
We had our first introduction to DelhiRead more
After a very good night’s sleep and excellent breakfast we were raring to go on our tour. A cool start, coats needed.
Our driver and guide were a little delayed in traffic. We then set off for theRead more
We awoke early on the 40th anniversary of our meeting, though our guide had suggested an 08.30 start rather than dawn; a wise decision given the thick fog which prevented us seeing the street. WeRead more
We were up early for our first safari into zone 10 which was largely disappointing and quite cool. The drive was more exciting.
After excellent breakfast and lunch we joined Kamal and Baba for ourRead more
We woke early anticipating our third safari only to discover it was not booked. Just as well we had seen our tiger the day before. Time then for a leisurely pack, breakfast, painting and readingRead more
We did hear the mosque faintly then drifted back to sleep. After a leisurely breakfast we met our guide Umesh at the entrance and shortly after our driver picked us up. We drove through the Pink City,Read more
And so we departed Jaipur in warm sunshine, accompanied by the rep and a different driver, Subhash having family commitments. The drive was through the newer parts of Jaipur, bigger houses and modernRead more
Tiger
Spotted deer or Cheetal
Samba deer
Indian small antelope
Antelope
Wild boar
Buffalo
Langer
Macaques
Marsh crocodile
Rat
Palm squirrel
Asiatic Greater Yellow House Bats
Camel
AlexandrineRead more