This trip combines two of India's most famous natural parks, featuring some of the world's best tiger sightings. The first park visited is Kanha National Park, which is one of India's largest and most remote national parks, covering an area of 1945 sq km of forest and lightly wooded grasslands. An extensive network of rivers and streams supports it. This surreal location was made famous by author of Rudyard Kipling’s novel, “The Jungle Book”, where the film verison showcased the true variety of this National Parks wildlife. It's possible to make an elephant-back excursion into the park in the early morning and evening to see tigers and other wildlife. The next park visited is Bandhavgarh National Park which is an approximate 7 hour drive from Kanha. This national park covers an area of 105 sq km, in the Vindhya hills of Madhya Pradesh. There are 32 hills in the park, which feature a large natural fort in its center. Before becoming a national park in 1968, this location was the game preserve for the Maharajas of Rewa, and more importantly the location where the famed White tiger (Albino) originated. Bandhavgarh has the highest density of tigers in India leading to numerous good sightings. A forest guide must accompany all visitors into the park, for obvious safety reasons. Entry in to the park is allowed only during daylight hours. For both elephants and jeep rides the hours immediately after dawn and before sunset are best.

***Kindly note that Elephant safaris Bandhavgarh / Kanha National Park can be booked in advance (30 Days) but due to the limited availability of elephants, these can be cancelled by the forest department at the last moment due to any VIP moment arrivals in the park.***

Located in the Mandia district of Madhya Pradesh, the Kanha National Park is a Tiger Reserve that extends over 1945 sq. km. of undulating country. Elevations range from 450 to 900 meters. A horseshoe shaped valley bounded by the. spurs of the Mekal ridge gives Kanha an interesting topography. Steep rocky escarpments along their edges offer breathtaking views of the valleys below. The grasslands at Kanha interspersed with forests of sal, teeming with varieties of deer - the barasinqha, chital (spotted deer), chousingha, nilgai, the majestic gaur (Indian bison) and wild pig, is 'tiger country'.

Fly today from Delhi to Jabalpur. Approximate flight time is 2 hrs.

The luxurious, yet lightweight, ensuite tents have been designed in a contemporary style, with pressed bamboo wall panels, gorgeous bamboo floors and locally crafted furniture hewn from the timber of exotic Indian trees. Banjaar Tola boasts two elegant camps of nine suites, each with its own intimate tented sitting area. Just 18 lightweight tented suites are spread out along the riverbank and into the sal forest. Contemporary, flowing shapes, canvas walls and roofs, and immense glass doors that let in the Indian sky create an atmosphere that is light and ethereal with stunning river views from the privacy of your own veranda or share the experiences of the day on dramatic decks facing the Banjaar River.
Banjaar Tola has its own unique identity, celebrating the Bastar and Dogra art that hails from nearby Chattisgarh.

Overnight at Banjaar Tola.

Air-conditioned accommodation. Morning tea and evening tea with biscuits, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Morning and evening jungle safaris in jeeps with a Naturalist Guide and all entrances pre-paid

Overnight at Banjaar Tola.

Air-conditioned accommodation. Morning tea and evening tea with biscuits, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Morning and evening jungle safaris in jeeps with a Naturalist Guide and all entrances pre-paid

Overnight at Banjaar Tola.

Bandhavgarh National Park is a national park in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. The density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is one of the highest known in India. The park has a large breeding population of panthers, bisons and various species of deer. Prior to becoming a national park, the forests around Bandhavgarh had long been maintained as a Shikargah, or game preserve, of the Maharajas and their guests.

Transfer to Bandhavgarh N.P. with private vehicle and driver, its 5 hrs drive.

The name Mahua Kothi is inspired from one of India’s most beautiful trees (Madhuca Indica, commonly known as Mahua). The 12 suites or Kutiyas (jungle village huts) have been recently built on the 40 acre grounds of the tented camp, which was formerly known as Churhat Kothi. The original kothi or homestead that comprised of the guest areas has been retained and renovated. However, the guest accommodation is all brand new. Each kutiya is accessed through private courtyards with shaded seating, traditional swings and mud floors. Other features include – Wooden shutters, tapered mud-coloured walls, handmade pottery roof tiles, ensuite bathrooms with twin hand basins mounted on a wooded log, local textiles, roll-down mats to keep the early morning sun out, ceiling fans and air-conditioning.

Overnight at Mahua Kothi.

For this tour, you will meet up with other guests at your lodge for some exploration of the dense jungles of Bandhavgarh National Park for a game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Accompanied by specially trained naturalists throughout, listen and learn how to point out the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle, while your naturalist explains further in detail about the ferns, fauna, and habitats for these species.

In the quiet mid-day hours between game drives, you'll meet up with others from the lodge to explore the sprawling grounds of Mahua Kothi in the company of your naturalist. Learn about the jungle vegetation, watch out for fascinating insects that inhabit the area, and as colorful birds and butterflies flutter by, try to identify them from your Star Birds list.

Overnight at Mahua Kothi.

This activity involves viewing tigers from the back of the elephants, often considered the best way to view tigers, as it is higher and safer place as compared to other options available. However this activity is dependent on the National Park; which run the safaris, which usually takes place in the early mornings. If during the course of the day news arrives of a tiger sighting, you will be driven to the nearest access area, where you will climb on the back of an elephant and get a closer view of the tiger. After you have taken your photographs of the tiger, your elephant will take you back to your waiting vehicle.

For this tour, you will meet up with other guests at your lodge for some exploration of the dense jungles of Bandhavgarh National Park for a game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Accompanied by specially trained naturalists throughout, listen and learn how to point out the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle, while your naturalist explains further in detail about the ferns, fauna, and habitats for these species.

Overnight at Mahua Kothi.

Enjoy your flight from Nagpur to Mumbai.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).