Delhi travellers often want a tiger safari under ₹25,000 in November without flying to Rajasthan luxury zones. Two realistic patterns work: a Corbett weekend by road/rail, or a 3-day central India trip via overnight train to Nagpur.
Option A — Jim Corbett (nearest): Overnight train or bus to Ramnagar, 2 nights budget lodge, 3–4 safaris in Bijrani or Jhirna (zone availability varies). Total can stay near ₹18,000–₹24,000 per person sharing if you skip private gypsy markup.
Option B — Tadoba/Pench via Nagpur: Friday night train from Delhi, 3 nights near gate, 4 shared safaris, Sunday night return train. Fits ₹22,000–₹28,000 depending on AC class and lodge; book the cheapest safari slots first to protect budget.
November timing: leave Delhi before Diwali rush if possible; return trains surge in price. Carry warm layers for dawn safaris.
Skip same-day Delhi–Ranthambore–Delhi unless you enjoy 12-hour drives — it eats safari time and raises taxi share. Use park links below to book stays and compare gates.