We had no idea that the original flora of this part of India ever looked that way. Though this contrast is disheartening, the park is worth a visit just for the beauty of woods and fields. Almost more exciting that our trip into the park is our accommodation outside. From our balcony, we have eye-level views of happy monkey families frolicking in the trees. While sipping cocktails after dark, the monkeys scream an unusually sharp call.
Tension is high.
The night air is cold. We duck frequently as the truck skims under low hanging tree limbs. I feel like a National Geographic photographer on assignment. The fact that we miss the leopard, who's hunting for her cubs located a mile or 2 away, hardly diminishes the excitement. But now, it's time to train ride onward.