Don't let this deter you from the 15km cycle ride in Bharatpur.

Do keep in mind that inside the game parks you are a guest. The place primarily belongs to the birds and animals that reside there. Given below are a few guidelines which, if followed, will give you an enchanting experience during your visit and ensure that generations to follow will experience the same.

Baby parrot looks out at the world; wild boars forage for roots.

Don’t litter - Plastic is a killer - small animals can choke to death on it. What’s more, it isn’t bio-degradable and harms the environment. Desist from bringing polythene bags into the parks.

Don’t smoke - Forest fires can wipe out entire forests. And cigarette smoke can scare away animals that would have shown themselves normally.

Monkeys give loud warning calls as soon as they spot tiger.

Talk softly and wear subtle colours - Silence is the key to getting good sightings. Wearing unobtrusive clothing that blends in with the surroundings keeps the animals at ease and in turn you get good sightings and photography opportunities.

Don’t tease the animals - This is an unhealthy practice. It’s also risky - not for the animals but for you, should you happen to tease a big cat like a tiger or a leopard. They can cease your existence with one swipe of their paw.

Monkeys give loud warning calls as soon as they spot tiger.

Don’t get out of your Jeep - In Ranthambhor, there is a revered rule that doesn’t allow visitors to step out of their vehicles. Follow that rule - it’s there to safeguard your life. Should you break it, the guide is fined.