Leopard, (Panthera pardus), also called panther, large cat closely related to the lion, tiger, and jaguar. The name leopard was originally given to the cat now called cheetah—the so-called hunting leopard—which was once thought to be a cross between the lion and the pard. The term pard was eventually replaced by the name leopard.

The leopard varies greatly in size and markings. The average size is 50 to 90 kg (110 to 200 pounds) in weight, 210 cm (84 inches), excluding the 90-cm tail, in length, and 60 to 70 cm in shoulder height. The leopard can, however, grow much larger. The ground colour is typically yellowish above and white below. Dark spots are generally arranged in rosettes over much of the body and are without the central spot characteristic of the coat of the jaguar; the ground colour within the rosettes is sometimes a darker yellow, and the size and spacing of the spots vary greatly. As a result of these differences in pattern, several races of leopard have been named.

Leopard can be seen in any season. Rajaji Tiger Reserve is a perfect habitat as its grassland matches its colour. The wide number of deer at Rajaji Tiger Reserve ensures the presence of this beautiful carnivorous animal (leopard).

A Leopard tour is for wildlife lovers who are looking for a different experience in the jungle. This is a quiet area with very little human movement. That’s why the chances of wildlife sighting are much higher than other busy wildlife parks/sanctuaries. We also take a very limited number of people (4–6 only) at a time so that guests can experience wildlife in a much better way without disturbing natural activity. You can choose a 1- or 2-night package to get the perfect chance to see this beautiful wild animal at Rajaji Tiger Reserve.