Padam Talao
पदम तालाब
The largest lake in the reserve, where sambar deer and crocodiles are often seen and tigers come to drink and even hunt.
Padam Talao lies in Zone 3 at the foot of the fort. Its open water is rich in water lilies, and on its shore stand the red sandstone Jogi Mahal and a huge banyan tree. The classic documentary scene of a tiger hunting sambar deer in the water was often filmed here. Access is only by jeep safari, and only routes through Zone 3 pass by. Zone selection is not possible when booking, so whether you see it depends on allocation. Misty early mornings and reflections on the water are the best times for photography.
Opening hours
Depends on hunt sessions
Nearby sights
- Jogi Mahal
- Rajbagh Talao & Ruins
- Ranthambore Fort
- Trinetra Ganesh Temple
- Malik Talao
- Ranthambore National Park
- Amareshwar Mahadev Temple
- Dastkar Ranthambhore