Later, the Leopard tried to jump on top of the bus.
Bangalore:
A leopard safari in Bannerghatta National Park near Bannerghatta National Park in Karnataka turned adventurous for a group of tourists after the wild animal jumped into the window of their bus, leaving them stunned.
A video of the tense moment, which has now gone viral on social media platforms, showed the animal not only trying to climb up, but also peeking through the window at the terrified passengers.
Later, the Leopard tried to jump on top of the bus. However, the driver drove the vehicle forward and the big cat returned to its habitat.
According to officials, the incident occurred on Sunday during a safari when the driver stopped for a closer look at the wildlife. But suddenly the leopard jumped into the bus. The incident was captured on camera by the tourists.
“The tourists were initially shocked and scared, but soon they were mesmerized when they saw the animal. The unexpected appearance of the leopard caused a brief moment of panic, but the tourists regained their composure and enjoyed the rare sighting. As all safari vehicles mesh windows had “They (tourists) were all safe. No one was injured,” an official said.
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