Overview

Katraj Zoo (Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park)

  • Spread over 130 acres, including a scenic 42‑acre lake and three zones: a zoo, snake park, and rescue orphanage 

  • Opened in 1999 to meet modern zoo standards, merging animals from the old Peshwe Park 

  • Managed by Pune Municipal Corporation and recognized by the Central Zoo Authority 

  • Residents include Asiatic lions, Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, elephants, deer species, langurs, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife

Katraj Dairy (Milk Factory)

  • Located just outside the zoo, run by Pune Zilla Sahakari Dudh Utpadak Sangh (since the 1960s) 

  • Processes over 150,000 litres daily, ISO‑certified, with modern facilities .

  • Spread across ~75 acres with thousands of cows & buffaloesProducts & experience

  • Fresh milk, flavored milks (mango, rose, chocolate), lassi, butter, paneer, ghee, cheese, barfi, ice‑cream and Mango Mastani 

  • Offers affordable prices and a cafeteria/parlor—good stop post-zoo.

Shivsrushti (Historical Theme Park)

  • Asia’s first Shivaji Maharaj theme park, on Katraj‑Dehu Road, ~5 min drive from the zoo .

  • Showcases Maratha history via interactive exhibits, 5D/animatronics, holography, motion simulation, and robotics 

1 Day Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Pick And Drop From School
  • Transportation By Luxury And A/C bus (If Opted)
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Or Evening Snacks.
  • Trip Buddy (Male/Female)
  • Trip Manager.
  • Insurance For Picnic
  • Entry,Toll,Parking,Premit.

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Travel till pickup points
  • 5% GST on Booking Tickets
  • Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks or meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption 
  • Any kind of cost which is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
  • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
Highlights
What makes this tour special

Katraj Zoo (Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park)

 

  • Sprawls across ~130 acres, divided into the main zoo, a snake park, and a wildlife rescue orphanage. A scenic 42-acre lake (Katraj Lake) is right in the center

  • Look out for Bengal tigers (including a white tigress), Asiatic lions, leopards (recently welcomed a baby leopard cat cub), sloth bears, elephants, deer species, langurs, crocodiles, and over 20 snake species .

  • Successfully bred a rare leopard cat cub (born Oct 2024)—a first in Maharashtra—and now houses wildcat species

  • Explore via cycle tours and battery‑operated vehicles—great for avoiding long walks . Tip: Weekdays are less crowded .

  • Free Wi‑Fi, drinking water points, resting sheds, eco-friendly no‑plastic policy, and animal adoption options 

Katraj Milk Factory (Dairy)

  • Overview & Scale
    Operated by Pune Zilla Sahakari Dudh Utpadak Sangh since ~1960, now handles ~200,000 litres/day and a turnover of ₹250 crores .

  • Tour Insights
    Guided visits explain the complete milk process—from collection and pasteurization to packaging. They emphasize hygiene, crate washing, refrigeration, and STEAM equipment .

  • Fresh Products Served
    Toned milk, double‑toned, full‑cream, flavored milk (mango, rose, chocolate), ice‑cream, ghee, shrikhand—served via an onsite parlor. It’s a refreshing stop post-zoo .

Shivsrushti Theme Park

  • Interactive Maratha heritage park focused on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

  • Features exhibits with animatronics, holograms, motion simulators, robotics, and 5D cinema 

  • Part of heritage tourist circuits (e.g., included in Maharashtra’s Bharat Gaurav “Shivaji circuit” train route) .

Itinerary

08:00 AM — Assemble & Departure

  • Assemble at your pickup point in Pune.

  • Depart by private bus/vehicle towards Katraj (approx. 30–40 min drive from central Pune)

09:30 AM — Reach Katraj Zoo (Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park)

  • Collect entry tickets.

  • Opt for battery-operated vehicles or cycle hire (optional).

  • Explore:

    • Asiatic lions

    • White tigress ‘Laxmi’

    • Leopards, sloth bears

    • Deer, elephants, crocodiles

    • Snake Park (over 20 species including King Cobra, Python)

Great photo spots by the lakeside and animal enclosures.

11:30 AM — Proceed to Katraj Milk Factory

  • Short 10-minute drive.

  • Visit dairy processing unit (subject to permission for educational groups).

  • Learn about:

    • Milk pasteurization & packaging

    • Dairy hygiene processes

    • Products display

Enjoy fresh flavored milk, Mango Mastani, or ice cream at the dairy parlour.

12:30 PM — Lunch Break

  • Packed lunch or nearby restaurants.

  • Suggested spots:

    • Dairy parlour snacks

    • Traveler’s Café (veg/non-veg option nearby)

    • Or pre-packed group meals in the bus parking area

 02:00 PM — Visit Shivsrushti (Theme Park)

  • A 5-minute drive.

  • Entry & orientation.

  • Explore:

    • 5D shows & motion simulator rides

    • Animatronic Shivaji Maharaj exhibits

    • Historical events re-created with interactive models

    • Horse rides, village scenes (optional)

Photo and selfie points in Maratha costumes.

04:30 PM — Tea & Snacks

  • Light snacks or dairy products from Katraj parlour again (optional)

 05:00 PM — Departure to Pune

  • Collect group for return journey.

  • Fun games, antakshari, or feedback session en route.

06:00 PM — Arrival at Pune & Dispersal

 

 

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