Overview
In the heartland of India lies the magical land that is Bandhavgarh National Park. 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, and over 250 species of birds. Besides Tigers, the park also plays host to a plethora of other animal species including Northern Plains Langur, Sambar, Nilgai, Wild Boar, and Indian Muntjac to name a few. October to March is the best time to visit the park as the weather is pleasant for wildlife viewing.
Key Species:
Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Hard-ground Barasingha, Common hawk-cuckoo, White-rumped shama, Indian Vulture, Mottled Wood Owl, Jungle Owlet, Brown Fish Owl, Indian Nuthatch, Changeable Hawk-Eagle.IO
Meals: Lunch and Dinner at the Lodge
Accommodation: Wildlife Lodge
Arrive at Jabalpur. You will be met by an Asian Adventures representative and transferred to Bandhavgarh National Park. Arrive in Bandhavgarh in the late afternoon. You have the evening at leisure to relax, chat with the in-house naturalist, or do a little homework before your safaris.
Overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Wildlife Lodge
Explore 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.
If time permits, visit the nearby village to learn more about the local everyday way of life, as well as their customs.
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 every Wednesday afternoon
Meals: Breakfast,
Accommodation: None
Enjoy a final morning safari in Bandhavgarh. Post safari, check out from your lodge and proceed to Jabalpur for your onward journey. Tour Ends.
Included
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in the hotels Meals as per the itinerary
- 03 Wildlife Safaris Permits and entry fee | All surface transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Location
Stories
Ladakh
The Black-necked Crane is one of the many sought-after species for birders visiting Ladakh. The grace of cranes has inspired stories, songs, and even artwork throughout the ages.
Bandhavgarh
Somewhere or the other, we've all heard that we need to get in touch with our inner child. With such a playful nature, it seems these subadult tigers in Bandhavgarh have beaten us to it.
Andamans
The Andaman Teal, previously considered a subspecies of the Sunda Teal, is one of the many sought-after endemics that the islands have to offer.
Uttarakhand
A myriad of beautiful flowers are in bloom at Jungle Lore Birding Lodge, not only enhancing the beauty of the lodge, but attracting many nectar- and insect-feeding birds
