Overview
The forests of Central India have long been a mecca for wildlife enthusiasts, and the tiger reserves of Madhya Pradesh even more so. Not only do these national parks have a high density of tigers, resulting in better sightings, but they are also home to a wide variety of landscapes, meaning that you get the maximum number of birds and animals possible in these areas.
Tadoba National Park, part of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, is located in central India, in the state of Maharashtra. It is Maharashtra’s oldest and largest national park and is famous for having one of the highest densities of tigers in India. The park is named after a local god, Taru. Tadoba was established as a national park in 1955.
Pench National Park is located in central India, on the border of the states of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1975, it gets its name from the Pench River that flows through the park, dividing it into almost equal halves. The well-forested area of Seoni is famous as the setting of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book. The main attraction here is the tiger, although the park also has a good population of leopard, sloth bear, and several deer species, as well as being home to many birds.
Kanha National Park is the largest national park in Madhya Pradesh, India. Created in 1955, the tiger reserve has significant populations of tiger, sloth bear, and leopard, as well as other mammals, as well as around 300 species of birds. The Southern Swamp Deer (or Hard-ground Barasingha) is found only in Kanha, although relocation efforts are underway in other places in central India.
Named after the Bandhavgarh Fort that now stands inside the park, Bandhavgarh National Park has one of the highest tiger densities in India. Originally the hunting ground for the Maharaja of Rewa, the tiger reserve was declared a national park in 1968. Apart from tigers, the park also boasts a healthy population of leopards, sloth bears, and other mammals, as well as more than 250 species of birds.
Meals: On own
Accommodation: Hotel Shanti Palace or similar
Arrive at Delhi airport. You will be met and transferred to the hotel. You have the evening free for rest or visit the local market. You may ask us for tours (optional) covering various monument sites, museums, bird watching habitats, tourist market, food joints, theater, performance venue etc.
Overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast in Delhi and Dinner at Tadoba National Park
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Post breakfast, check out and proceed to the airport for your flight to Nagpur. Arrive at Nagpur Airport and drive towards the beautiful Tadoba National Park. Enjoy an afternoon safari, exploring the jungle
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Dhole, Crested Honey Buzzard, Grey-headed Fish Eagle, Changeable Hawk-Eagle, Common Emerald Dove, Green Imperial Pigeon, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Tadoba.
Overnight stay
Key species: Tiger, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Nilgai, Wild Boar, Golden Jackal, Indian Peafowl, Grey Junglefowl, Greater Coucal, Coppersmith Barbet, Red-vented Bulbul, Greater Racket-tailed Drongo, Indian Roller
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Early morning Safari (0600 - 0900 hrs) at Tadoba National Park. After breakfast, drive to Pench (230 Kms/ 5 Hrs.). Enjoy the ambiance of the resort or opt for in-house activities.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Wild Boar, Indian Peafowl, Grey Junglefowl, Greater Racket-tailed Drongo, Black Drongo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Pench.
Overnight stay
Key species: Tiger, Dhole, Leopard, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Nilgai, Wild Boar, Golden Jackal, Indian Peafowl, Coppersmith Barbet, Red-vented Bulbul, White-bellied Drongo, Indian Roller
Note: Pench National Park will remain closed for safaris on Wednesday afternoon
Meals: Breakfast in Pench, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Kanha
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Enjoy morning safari in Pench National Park. After breakfast, drive to Kanha National Park. You will have the rest of the day at leisure to freshen up, chat with the in-house naturalist, or do a little more homework before you begin your tiger quest.
Overnight stay
Key species: Tiger, Sloth Bear, Jungle Owlet, Indian Vulture, Changeable Hawk-Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Black-hooded Oriole, Indian Golden Oriole, White-bellied Drongo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Explore the wilderness of Kanha, and search for the beautiful Tiger, with morning and afternoon safaris. This tiger haven is the largest national park in Central India and is home not only to Tigers, Leopards, and Sloth Bears but also to the Hard-ground Barasingha (also known as the Southern Swamp Deer). From the lush evergreen Sal forests to the Kanha meadows, this park has a variety of habitats, each with its own unique mix of birds and mammals.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Golden Jackal, Sloth Bear, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Hard-ground Barasingha, Changeable Hawk-Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Indian Peafowl, Red Junglefowl, Red-naped Ibis, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, Jungle Owlet, Sirkeer Malkoha
Note: Kanha National Park will remain closed for safaris every Wednesday afternoon
Meals: Breakfast in Pench, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Bandhavgarh National Park
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
After a final morning safari in Kanha, drive from one beautiful Central Indian forest to another. Today, we move from Kanha to Bandhavgarh National Park (5.5 hour drive). Bandhavgarh may not be as large an area as Kanha, but the park boasts one of the highest tiger densities in India. You will have the rest of the day at leisure to freshen up, relax, or even do a little birdwatching in the resort grounds.
Overnight Stay.
Key species: TIger, Leopard, Gaur, Hard-ground Barasingha, Sambar, Crested Serpent Eagle, Brown Hawk-Owl, Oriental Turtle Dove, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Resort
Continue exploring the Tiger’s domain, and learn more about the big cat, its fellow forest dwellers, and the forest that it lives in, with morning and evening safaris. Apart from being home to this regal predator, Bandhavgarh is also a delight for birdwatchers. The area hosts a variety of habitats, including forest, grassland, cliffs, and ponds, which play home to a wide variety of bird species both resident and migratory, all under the majestic backdrop of Bandhavgarh Fort.
Overnight Stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Golden Jackal, Sloth Bear, Gaur, Sambar, Lesser Adjutant, White-naped Woodpecker, Black-rumped Flameback, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Black-hooded Oriole, Egyptian Vulture, Indian Vulture, Changeable Hawk-Eagle, Shikra, White-eyed Buzzard
Note: Bandhavgarh National Park will remain closed for safaris on every Wednesday afternoon
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Shanti Palace or Similar
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Jabalpur airport (190 Kms/ 3.5 Hrs.) for a flight to Delhi.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Accommodation: Hotel Shanti Palce or Similar
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy the day at leisure or visit some famous monuments of Delhi such as Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Masjid, Lotus Temple, etc.
Highlights
- One of the most relaxed and popular Tiger tours
- High success rate with Tiger sightings and other fauna such as Sambhar & Spotted Deer, Gaur & Asiatic Jackal, Striped Hyena (rare), Palm Squirrel & Indian Fox and Leopard
- Great birding experience
- Unique accommodation with excellent hospitality
- Glimpses of the beautiful landscape, architecture and lifestyle of central India
Included
- Accommodation on above specified sharing basis Meals as per the itinerary
- Transfer from Tadoba to Pench National Park Transfer from Pench to Kanha National Park
- Transfer from Kanha to Bandhavgarh National Park All private jeep safaris
- Mandatory park wildlife guide for all rides Park entrance fee for all rides
- Transfer from Bandhavgarh to Jabalpur Monument guide in Delhi
- Transport for local sightseeing in Delhi Transport from Delhi airport to Hotel | All taxes
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