11 Days – Kanha & Bandhavgarh National Park

1. Explore two of the best tiger reserves in central India 
2. The park has a significant population of the Royal Bengal tiger
3. Explore a plethora of wildlife including Tiger, Leopard, Wild Dog, Sloth Bear, Indian Gaur, Barasingha Deer, Jackal, Jungle Cat, Spotted Deer, Sambar Deer, Barking Deer, Blue Bull, Mongoose, Monitor Lizard, and lots more.
4. Dive into 300 species of bird diversity spread across an array of habitat
5. Experience unique hospitality by staying in some of the top lodges in Kanha & Bandhavgarh National Park and guided by our experienced naturalist on game drives.
6. 1 nights drive and 6 exclusive game drives guided by experienced naturalist
7. The highest density of Tigers
8. Perfect place to do tiger photography and filming

1. Jabalpur 

2. Kanha National Park

3. Bandhavgarh National Park

Day 1 – Delhi 

Today, upon your arrival, we will pick you up from Delhi airport/railway station and drive you to a city hotel. At 7 P.m., the group will meet at the hotel lounge/dining for a group introduction, and our tour leader will give you the tour details. This will be followed by drinks and dinner. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Meals – Dinner
Activity – No activity planned (Optional activity half day city tour)

Day 2- Delhi to Kanha National Park via jabalpur 

Today we will take morning flight from delhi to reach jabalpur, breakfast we will do in flight, after reaching jabalpur our driver will pick up us and  drive to Kanha National Park. On reaching the resort, after check-in, have some lunch and rest before your evening activity. We go for an evening or night safari in the buffer forest of Kanha National Park. Seeing the jungle and wildlife animals at night is an amazing experience. Tigers and leopards are key species of central Indian forest, and they also prefer to move around at night. Other animals that can be seen during night drives are Jackal, Wild Boar, Fox, Hare, Deer, Blue bull, Fieldmouse, Porcupine, etc, and Nocturnal birds. Dinner & overnight stay.

Meals- Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
Activity- Afternoon safari or Night safari

Day 3,4 & 5 – Kanha National Park 

Kanha National Park also known as Kanha-Kisli National Park is one of the famous tiger reserves of India and the largest national park located in the magical land of Madhya Pradesh. Kanha National Park was created on 1 June 1955 and was designated as a tiger reserve in the year of 1973. Today, it sprawls over an area of 940 square kilometers. It is one of the most popular Tiger reserves in India which attracts flocks of wildlife enthusiasts every year.

The Kanha National Park is reckoned as the perfect habitat for large amounts of herbivores and carnivore animals. Tourists can discover the abundant varieties of wildlife. It is the only location in India where the most abundant variety of Barasingha can be found and so does to call them the “Jewel of Kanha”. This National Park has thick vegetation kinds of Sal trees, Bamboo forests, and grasslands. The moderate and favorable climate and varied topography support the growth of a rich and varied flora in the Park. Kanha trees have more than 70 species of trees. This large, evergreen, gregarious tree is found in North India, up to an elevation of 914 meters. The timber is largely used for railway sleepers and more than 500 species of birds.

We start our day early with the morning safari. Early morning is the best time to look for the big cats and other predators. The birdlife is also very active. The evergreen forest of Sal forest, Kanha meadows, and perennial water bodies that flow through the year make this forest a beautiful and perfect place to see big cats. Post lunch we go for our Afternoon safari. Dinner & overnight stay.

 Meals – Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Activity – Morning & afternoon jungle safari

Day 6 – Bandhavgarh National Park

Today after breakfast at our resort, we will drive to Bandhavgarh National Park. On reaching the resort, After check-in, have some lunch and take some rest before your afternoon activity. In the evening we go for a night safari in the buffer forest of Bandhavgarh national park. Seeing the jungle and wildlife animals at night is an amazing experience. Tigers and leopards are key species of central Indian forest, and they also prefer to move around at night. Other animals that can be seen during night drives are Jackal, Wild Boar, Fox, Hare, Deer, Blue bull, Fieldmouse, Porcupine, etc, and Nocturnal birds. Dinner & overnight stay.

Meals- Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
Activity- Evening safari or Night safari

Day 7, 8 & 9 – Bandhavgarh National Park

Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh is an amazing combination of thrill and interesting stories. Bandhavgarh, with an area of 105 square kilometers (41 sq mi), was declared a national park in 1968 and then became a Tiger reserve in 1993. The current core area is spread over 716 square kilometers (276 sq mi). The three main zones of the national park are Tala, Magdhi, and Khitauli. Tala is the richest zone in terms of biodiversity, mainly tigers. Altogether, these three ranges comprise the ‘core’ of the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, constituting a total area of 716 km². It is here where for the first time India’s first white tiger was found. It is here where we will see the grand Fort of Bandhavgarh which was gifted by Lord Rama to his younger brother Laxman. The name Bandhavgarh is a testimony to this fact. Bandhav means Brother and Garh means Fort in the local dialect. You will also witness 2000 years old man-made caves with interesting inscriptions and rock paintings. Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve’s charm is irresistible. It has the highest density of tigers in India. A variety of scenic landscapes and vegetation also makes this place an awe-enchanting paradise for travelers. The best part is this popular national park in India has so much more to enjoy apart from its amazing wildlife sightings and safari that one trip to this reserve is not enough.

We start our day early with the morning safari. Early morning is the best time to look for the big cats and other predators. The birdlife is also very active during this time of the day. Bandhavgarh is best known for its Evergreen Sal forest and Mixed forest about 515 species of Plant are found there and is also home to 242 species of Birds and many species of reptiles and Insects are found there. Post lunch we go for our afternoon safari. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh. There is a saying about the Park that goes: “In any other Park, you are lucky if you see a tiger. In Bandhavgarh, you are unlucky if you don’t see (at least) one.” 

Meals- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Activity- Morning & afternoon jungle safari 

Day 10 – Jabalpur 

Today morning we will go for birding around the lodge, after coming back we will have breakfast. Today we will be driving to jabalour to catch our flight to Delhi. After reaching delhi, check in, freshen up and meet again at 7pm for farewell dinner. Overnight stay in delhi. 

Meals – Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Activity – Morning  birding around lodge 

Day 11 – Delhi (Trip ends here)

Today according to your flight/train timing, we will drop you at the airport/railway station. The trip ends here.

Meals – None

Includes

1. Airport transfers (Pick up & drop)
2. Accommodation on a sharing basis
3. Domestic flights/trains if required
4. Accommodation on Single sharing ( at an extra cost)
5. All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
6. All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
7. National park entries, forts/monuments/heritage building entries, city tours, adventure activities as mentioned in the itinerary (Charges may vary if the govt. changes the prices at the time of the booking)
8. All ground transportation in Air conditioned Taxi
9. Services of 1 tour leader + local guides/trackers (if applicable)
10. Service of potters
11. Gratuity to safari drivers, guides, resorts, and taxi drivers

Excludes

1. Camera charges
2. Visas
3. Flights (All international) 
4. Travel Insurance
5. Optional Activities
6. Drinks, Tips, phone calls, laundry & items of a personal nature
7. Gratuity to expedition leader or tour leader
8. Anything that is not mentioned in the “Included section”