Kumbhalgarh Fort Private Day Trip & Safari from Udaipur

Summary

UNESCO Heritage Fort Visit & Jungle Jeep Safari Experience

Get ready for a full-day adventure from Udaipur—walk along Kumbhalgarh Fort’s legendary walls, hear tales from your local guide, then ride through the wildlife sanctuary on an open jeep safari. Spot antelope and maybe even desert foxes before heading back to town with memories you won’t forget.

What’s the experience like?

Our driver waved at us right outside our Udaipur hotel, and before I knew it, we were weaving through the city’s early morning traffic. The road out of town was quiet except for the odd chai stall, and two hours later, the first glimpse of Kumbhalgarh’s stone walls came into view—honestly, they look even bigger in person than in photos. Our guide shared stories about old battles as we climbed up the uneven steps, and I kept stopping just to catch my breath and stare at those endless ramparts stretching over the hills.

Lunch was at a local spot nearby—nothing fancy, but the dal tasted homemade and there was this faint smell of wood smoke drifting in from the kitchen. After eating, we switched gears completely: hopped into an open jeep for the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary safari. The air felt warmer here, dust swirling around as we bounced along dirt tracks. Our guide pointed out a group of blue bulls grazing under thorny trees; I spotted a black buck darting off before anyone else saw it.

The best part? Just listening to everything—the crunch of dry leaves under the jeep tires, birds calling somewhere deep in the brush. We didn’t see any tigers or leopards this time (our guide said it’s rare), but catching sight of chinkara and desert foxes made up for it. By late afternoon we were back in Udaipur, tired but with that weird mix of dust and excitement you only get after a day like this.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Kumbhalgarh Fort and Wildlife Safari

• Pickup from Udaipur hotel or station
• Drive to Kumbhalgarh Fort (approx. 2 hours)
• Visit Kumbhalgarh Fort
• Lunch at local restaurant (own expense)
• Wildlife Sanctuary safari
• Return to Udaipur and drop off at hotel

Top questions

How long does the private day trip to Kumbhalgarh Fort & Wildlife Sanctuary take?

The tour lasts about 8 hours including travel time between Udaipur and Kumbhalgarh plus stops at each site.

What animals can I expect to see during the jungle safari?

You might spot black bucks, chinkara, blue bulls, desert foxes, hares or partridges—tigers and leopards are possible but rare.

Is lunch included in this day trip?

No, lunch is not included but there’s time set aside to eat at a local restaurant near Kumbhalgarh Fort (at your own expense).

Are entrance fees for Kumbhalgarh Fort and the safari included?

No, entrance fees for both Kumbhalgarh Fort and the wildlife sanctuary are not included; you’ll need to pay these on site.

What’s included

Your experience comes with hotel pickup and drop-off in Udaipur plus private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll also have an English-speaking driver throughout your journey and an open jeep safari led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide when exploring the wildlife sanctuary. All you need to handle yourself are entrance fees and lunch along the way.