But this isn’t just about spotting tigers or rhinos; it’s about where you sleep while you do it. Across Ranthambore, Kaziranga, Bandhavgarh, and Pobitora, a wave of new wildlife lodges is redefining safari luxury. Think heritage bungalows turned into art-filled suites, riverside cabins with stilted charm, and resorts where folk music plays under starlit skies. Kaziranga Heritage? It’s got rhino statues at the gate and Assamese art inside. JW Marriott Ranthambore? Tented suites with plunge pools and kids’ arcades. Brij Tara? Horse rides, temple visits, and lakeside high tea. And in Pobitora, where rhinos roam denser than anywhere else, you’ll find log cabins overlooking the Brahmaputra; plus spa rituals rooted in Northeastern healing. These aren’t just places to crash after a safari. They’re destinations in themselves. Prices start at ₹15K; and go up to ₹40K; but if you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to langurs swinging past your window or sipping chai while watching a rhino amble by… this might just be your next trip. Because sometimes, the real safari starts before you even hit the trail.