India · Safari

12-Day Central India Tiger Safari through Pench, Kanha and Bandhavgarh

12 Days Round trip from Nagpur Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Pench National Park, the forest that inspired The Jungle Book
  • 02 Discover Kanha's meadows and sal forests, home to the rare barasingha
  • 03 Track Bengal tigers during multiple guided jeep safaris
  • 04 Experience Bandhavgarh National Park, famous for its high tiger density
  • 05 Visit the Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat and see the scenic Dhuandhar Falls

Explore India's wild heart on this 12-day tiger safari across Pench, Kanha, and Bandhavgarh National Parks. Track Bengal tigers on guided jeep safaris and look out for leopards, wild dogs, deer, and vibrant birdlife along the way. Discover Pench's teak forests, Kanha's meadows and sal forests, and Bandhavgarh's dramatic landscapes before rounding out the journey with an excursion to the Marble Rocks and Dhuandhar Falls at Bhedaghat. This itinerary combines multiple morning and evening safaris with scenic drives through Central India's premier wildlife reserves.

Track Bengal tigers on guided jeep safaris and look out for leopards, wild dogs, deer, and vibrant birdlife along the way.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Jabalpur, Nagpur, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha Tiger Reserve, Pench National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nagpur and Drive to Pench

  • Arrive at Nagpur Airport and meet your driver.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside to Pench National Park.
  • Check in at your jungle lodge on arrival.
  • Spend the evening at leisure surrounded by forest sounds.

Overnight stay in Pench.

2
Day 02

Morning and Evening Safaris in Pench

  • Depart early for a morning jeep safari in Pench National Park, known for its teak forests and rich wildlife.
  • Spot tigers, leopards, deer, wild dogs, and vibrant birdlife.
  • Return to the lodge for breakfast and rest.
  • Head out for an evening jeep safari to explore another zone of the park.

Overnight stay in Pench.

3
Day 03

Drive from Pench to Kanha National Park

  • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departure.
  • Drive to Kanha National Park, one of India's most scenic and largest reserves.
  • Arrive and check in at your wildlife resort.
  • Spend the evening at leisure enjoying the natural surroundings.

Overnight stay in Kanha.

4
Day 04

Full-Day Safari Experience in Kanha

  • Set out on a morning safari through Kanha's vast meadows and sal forests.
  • Observe barasingha, Bengal tigers, and other wildlife species.
  • Return to the lodge for lunch and rest.
  • Enjoy an evening safari exploring a different zone of the park.

Overnight stay in Kanha.

5
Day 05

Wildlife Exploration in Kanha

  • Go on an early morning safari to increase your chances of tiger sightings.
  • Spend the afternoon at leisure at the lodge.
  • Head out for an evening safari, ideal for golden-hour wildlife photography.

Overnight stay in Kanha.

6
Day 06

Drive from Kanha to Bandhavgarh

  • Have breakfast before departing Kanha.
  • Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, known for its high tiger density.
  • Check in at your jungle lodge on arrival.
  • Relax after the journey and enjoy the forest setting.

Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

7
Day 07

Jungle Safaris in Bandhavgarh

  • Take a morning safari in Bandhavgarh's core zone.
  • Admire dramatic forest landscapes and views of the historic fort.
  • Spend the afternoon at leisure at the lodge.
  • Enjoy an evening safari exploring forest trails.

Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

8
Day 08

Tiger Tracking in Bandhavgarh

  • Join a morning safari with expert naturalists tracking tiger movements.
  • Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge.
  • Head out for an evening safari for additional wildlife encounters.

Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

9
Day 09

Drive from Bandhavgarh to Jabalpur

  • Depart after breakfast and drive to Jabalpur.
  • Check in at your hotel on arrival.
  • Visit local markets if time permits, or relax at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Jabalpur.

10
Day 10

Bhedaghat Excursion from Jabalpur

  • Visit the famous Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat.
  • Enjoy a boat ride on the Narmada River, subject to water levels.
  • Explore the scenic Dhuandhar Falls.
  • Return to Jabalpur in the evening.

Overnight stay in Jabalpur.

11
Day 11

Drive from Jabalpur to Nagpur

  • Drive back to Nagpur after breakfast.
  • Enjoy scenic countryside views along the way.
  • Check in at your hotel on arrival.
  • Spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Nagpur.

12
Day 12

Departure from Nagpur

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Nagpur Airport for your onward journey with unforgettable wildlife memories.
Pench National Park teak forests, Kanha National Park meadows and sal forests, Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat

Where this trip takes you

Pench National Park teak forests, Kanha National Park meadows and sal forests, Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nagpur 5 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel/airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Private AC car for the entire tour with driver
  • Government-approved expert tour guide
  • 11 nights' hotel accommodation
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Jeep safari
  • Entry tickets
  • Mineral water bottle
  • All toll taxes and parking

What's Not Included

  • Flight tickets
  • Any personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Tour start
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Nagpur.

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