Jungle Book

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Overview

A journey into the highlands of Central India, a land that inspired the famous Jungle Book, with a hope to meet the real-life Sher Khan, Baloo, and Bagheera.

These forests are ancient, fragrant with teak and sal, and threaded with rivers and grasslands as far as the eye can see. Central India is home to some of India’s most charismatic wildlife; Safaris across the diverse habitats of Kanha, Pench, and Tadoba Tiger Reserves offer thrilling encounters with Bengal Tigers, stealthy Leopards, and Sloth Bears. Herds of Barasingha graze in open meadows, while Asiatic Wild Dogs, Gaur, Nilgai, and Sambar deer move through picturesque deciduous forest. This is one of the few regions where rare melanistic leopards are occasionally seen, and birdlife is equally rewarding with raptors, owls, and forest endemics in abundance. The changing landscapes, from the bamboo thickets and broadleaf forests of Kanha to the drier teak-dominated terrain of Pench and Tadoba, make each park distinct in mood and wildlife activity. Guests are hosted at premier wildlife lodges such as the Tadoba Jungle Camp (or similar), each offering comfort, hospitality, and proximity to the wild. This is a deep dive into India’s tiger country: raw, evocative, and endlessly rewarding for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

8 Nights and 9 Days

A blend of jeep safaris, and guided walks through the diverse and quiet wilderness of Central India’s Satpura landscape, which includes sal and teak forests, riverine habitat, rocky outcrops, dry deciduous woodland, and open grasslands

Precautions

Carry warm clothing for early mornings, quick-dry and neutral-colored attire, sunscreen, hat, headlamps, flashlight, insect repellent, light gloves, and basic personal first-aid.

Expected Weather

Cool mornings and evenings with crisp, dry days. Temperatures range between 8°C – 28°C. Mornings on safari can be quite chilly, so carry warm layers, gloves, and a beanie. Afternoons are pleasant with low humidity.

Physical Level

Easy, with short walks, jeep safaris, and boat rides. Terrain is mostly flat to gently undulating, with optional nature walks involving some uneven ground.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Delhi to Satpura

Meet and greet at Delhi Airport. Catch the domestic flight to Bhopal (1.5 hrs) in Central India. Private transfer by road to the lodge in Satpura (3 hrs). Arrive for lunch and briefing followed by a private afternoon safari in Satpura Tiger Reserve. Stay at Reni Pani Lodge.

Morning drive in Satpura National Park followed by a midday break at the lodge. In the afternoon, head out for a guided walking safari in the park. (Activities in and around the park may be changed)

Morning boat/canoe safari in Satpura’s river systems skirting the edge of the park looking for wildlife. Afternoon jeep safari. (Activities in and around the park may be changed)

After breakfast, transfer by road to Pench National Park (4 hrs) and arrive for lunch. In the afternoon, head out into the park for an evening safari with the lodge naturalist. Stay at the Tree Lodge, Pench.

Morning and evening guided game drives in Pench National Park.

After another morning safari, check out with packed lunch and transfer by road to Kanha National Park (4 hrs). Arrive at your lodge in the evening. Briefing and an optional short nature walk within the property after a long day of driving. Stay at Singinawa, Kanha.

Morning and afternoon private guided safari drives in the Sal forests of Kanha National Park.

Morning and afternoon private guided safari drives in the Sal forests of Kanha National Park. Overnight stay at Singinawa, Kanha.

 Early morning breakfast followed by a transfer to Raipur, followed by a flight to Delhi for onward journey.

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Map & Other Info
Cost Estimate: ₹ 89,000 onwards
Trip Inclusions:
  • Accommodation for all hotels mentioned, unless booked separately by the client
  • Meals at all places of accommodation, unless mentioned
  • Local guides and support at birding/wildlife sites
  • Internal flights, unless indicated otherwise by client
  • All entry fees in sanctuaries, monuments, safari drives, birding walks and
    excursions as per the itinerary.
  • All road transfers by air-conditioned SUV or Tempo Traveler (Urbania).
  • Taxes.
Trip Exclusions:
  • Expenses of personal nature (beverages, laundry, telephone, souvenirs, etc.).
  • Meals/snacks and flights beyond what is mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities for local staff, guides and drivers.
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Extensions

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Haryana & Punjab

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Kaziranga & Jorhat

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Satpuras

4 Nights & 5 Days

Satpura offers an immersive wilderness experience through rugged hills, teak forests, and rivers. Safaris in the quiet Bori–Satpura reserves provide chances to see tigers, leopards, sloth bears, gaur, dholes, crocodiles, and rich birdlife. Diverse terrain and options for guided walks and canoeing create a uniquely intimate wildlife experience.