Discover Bera: Rajasthan’s Untouched Leopard Paradise
In Bera, you will find a hidden gem amidst the wilderness, with the population of leopards thriving.
Unlike in national parks, leopards roam freely in the rocky Jawai hills.
Tribals, the Rabaris, coexist peacefully with these majestic cats.
Bera offers exciting leopard safaris with fairly good chances of leopard sightings.
Bird-watch and spot crocodiles at nearby Jawai Dam.
Bera in Rajasthan: The Wild Secret of Untamed India
Bored of tourist destinations that appear so common? The quiet village of Bera in Rajasthan has been attracting attention among wildlife lovers for all the right reasons. Nestled somewhere between Udaipur and Jodhpur, Bera has one of the highest leopard densities in India, yet it is not designated a wildlife sanctuary.
What makes Bera unusual is the peaceful coexistence of humans and leopards. The local Rabari community, wearing their characteristic white turbans and red dhotis, coexist alongside the big cats without any fences, fears, or conflict. Thus, this harmony has become a rather unique instance of where human wildlife situation coexists.
The Leopard Safari is the major draw here. Like it is in the other national parks, the safaris in Bera are special. Private and straight up, you go driving through natural granite hills where leopards laze around on rocks or come out during dusk to hunt. Sightings are frequent and exhilarating.
In addition to leopards, Bera also has plenty of birds, especially around Jawai Dam. You get to see flamingos, cranes, pelicans, and crocodiles sometimes, basking in the sun. That’s a birding and photography paradise.
From luxury eco-resorts to royal classic homes, you have it all for stays. Places like the Jawai Leopard Safari Lodge, Bera Safari Lodge, and Castle Bera provide scenic views, exquisite local food, and very personalized experiences.
Enjoy the luxury stay in tents or in heritage properties like Castle Bera.
Taste Rajasthani cuisine with a flavor of rustic hospitality.
October to April is the best season so that it is cool outside and sightings are clear.
Bera remains calm and authentic because it hasn’t been hit by mass tourism yet.
If you ever feel like experiencing pure wildlife and culture, Bera shares a place with you.
