Wildlife Sanctuary
Rajasthan
National Chambal Sanctuary (Dholpur)
"The red sandstone architecture of Dholpur and the prehistoric silence of the Chambal river create a sensory contrast found nowhere else in India."
Terrain, Flora & Logistics
The Terrain Narrative
A 19th-century Dutch-inspired palace where peacocks roam the breakfast lawns, serving as the ultimate gateway to the Chambal ravines.
Key Species Index
Gharial
Gangetic Dolphin
Indian Skimmer
Black-bellied Tern
Field Logistics
Architectural Stays
Lodges of National Chambal Sanctuary (Dholpur)
★ Architect's Choice
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Raj Niwas Palace
The only way to experience the Chambal is to live like a Maharaja. The red sandstone architecture is a stunning contrast to the rugged ravines.
The Signature Rituals
Private Palace Garden Breakfast
Machkund Temple Sunset Walk
Peacock Trail Morning Strolls
Architect's Note
"The Belgian glass and tile work in the palace wing is an architectural masterpiece."
The Narrative Link
Journeys through National Chambal Sanctuary (Dholpur)
Signature expeditions featuring this territory.
Explore the Tiger Corridors.
Every destination is a piece of a larger story. Our signature expeditions weave these parks together into a seamless narrative of the wild.
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