Surwal Lake Wildlife

Surwal Lake which is situated in Ranthambore is one of the most picturesque options in Ranthambore to go to. This lake offers splendid beauty amid the quaint settings that will provide you utmost solace. 

The season that is considered ideal to visit this place is winters as the lake dries out in summers due to shallow water which is why it is best to visit this beautiful attraction in Ranthambore between the months of November and March. This being a seasonal lake will tend to disappoint you if you visit it in the rest of the months.

The early morning dew in the winter will surely entice you and since the Surwal Lake is located near the Ranthambore Park, it makes for a quiet place that is apt for escaping the stress. Surwal Lake is famous for the sightseeing of the wildlife and a variety of mesmerizing birds. 

Birds in this sanctuary are present in great diversity and are seen mostly early in the morning when they set out to prey for their breakfast, make their nest and chirp around. The lake lets you soak in the melodious humming of the birds and is a great place to explore so many birds at one place.

The Surwal Lake is a wonderful lake that will definitely carve a niche for itself in your heart. The dynamic flora and the exotic fauna that stands against the backdrop of gleaming waters of the lake is a true magnificence of nature. This place has an amazing dreamlike view during the time of sunrise which you must visit to catch the most breathtaking scenes. 

The lake is situated some kilometers off Ranthambore and is worth visiting once if you have not visited. The lake gets highlighted the most in the months of winter when migratory birds enter its premises and increase its grace. 

Some of the several birds that are commonly spotted here are Grey heron, Common Kingfisher, Oriental Magpie Robin, Common Babbler, Red Wattled Lapwinga and the Pelicans. The entrance to the bird sanctuary is absolutely free of cost and you can visit at anytime of the day. The bird sanctuary also has provisions to buy food.

You should be prepared with your cameras much before the sunrise to enjoy the stunning sunrise against the refreshing water of the lake and spot some exotic, vivacious and splendid birds. You can even pay a visit to the agricultural farms and fields that lie on the opposite side of the lake. Apart from the water birds at the lake, other birds can also be spotted on these fields.

If you truly want to experience the natural beauty of his lake, visit it during the winter months, when the migratory birds grace its waters. Seeing the fly in flocks and elegantly drinking water will prove to be a surreal experience for you. 

Visit it during the months from November to March. Also, avoid planning a trip in April or May, as the water is all dried up and there remains no lake to witness. In winters, early morning time is the best time to witness the true marvel of this lake.

The Surwal Lake is placed very near to Ranthambore and thus, it can be reached via a thirty-minute ride from Ranthambore or via a fifteen minute drive from Sawai Madhopur.

Some of the nearby attractions of the Surwal Lake are the Raj Bagh ruins, Balas Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary, Lakarda and Anantpura, Amareshwar Mahadeo Temple, Chamatkar Temple, Rameshwaram Ghat and the Chauth Mata Temple. The lake will satisfy you both aesthetically as well as spiritually which will give you a chance to connect with the best that the nature has to offer.