India's First Vistadome Jungle Safari Train in Uttar Pradesh

If your idea of heaven is to stroll through dense forests with tigers on the horizon and sunlight flooding in through glass ceilings, then there's a new Indian travel adventure that you absolutely cannot miss. Uttar Pradesh has launched India's first-ever Vistadome jungle safari train from the Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary to the world-famous Dudhwa Tiger Reserve — and it's stunningly beautiful.

Covering 107 km of hitherto uncharted country, the trip is a recreation of wildlife tourism. It's as much a mode of arrival; it's a journey into the midst of one of India's greatest biodiversity hotspots.

Vistadome train coach is specially designed to peek through, glass-domed ceiling, large windows, and curved seating. As the train winds its way through the dense canopy of the sal and teak forests, be ready to have your field of vision obstructed — not by a building or a fencepost, but perhaps by an elephant parade, a sloth bear that wanders on the trail, or if your luck holds, a glimpse of the forever elusive Bengal tiger.

It’s a slow travel experience in the best possible way. You’re not rushing to reach a destination — the journey itself is the highlight.

From swamp deer feeding in the grasslands to the honks of bar-headed geese overhead, the journey is a front-row view of India's amazing diversity. Katarniaghat boasts gharials and Gangetic dolphins, and Dudhwa is home to tigers, leopards, and more than 450 bird species.

Weekend safari train is offered but they intend to put the service on a daily route. Ideal for weekend travelers, families, photographers, and those who do not want to squeeze into a jeep or boat.

This project is not merely a travel attraction — it's an important step towards environmentally friendly travel. By providing a low-impact, high-reward method for touring protected habitats, the Vistadome safari train leads the charge in responsible tourism while contributing to conservation efforts in the Terai ecosystem.

So, whether you’re a nature lover, a photographer looking for your next shot, or a traveller chasing offbeat paths — this is your ticket to the wild. Plan a visit. Bring along a pair of binoculars. And set sail for the journey of the season.