This program covers the top three parks for Tiger viewing in Central India-Panna-Bandhavgarh-Kanha offering the best chance to sight the elusive Tiger. Panna Tiger Reserve has recently seen a spurt in Tiger population due to active conservation effort and offers high possibility of viewing the magnificent cat. Bandhavgarh and Kanha have been the strong hold for tigers from time immemorial.
Khajuraho
It is a World heritage site famous for temples built by the Chandela rulers around the 10th century. It has much more to offer than the erotic sculptures which have made it world famous. The famous Western group of temples is designated as the World Heritage Site and is enclosed within a beautifully laid out park. The Lakshmana and Vishwanath Temples to the front and The Kandriya Mahadev, Jagadami and Chitragupta Temples displays the best craftmanship of Khajuraho.
ABOUT THE STAY
Ken River Lodge made a humble start in 1986 - one of the pioneers of wildlife tourism in the country. The accommodation is simple and rustic with few mod cons thrown in. The 6 huts and 6 cottages are spread out in a 50-acre mixed jungle in undulating terrain, giving an experience which few in the country can parallel.
Kings Lodge is nestled between Sal forested hills of Bandhavgarh National Park in a large natural forested estate of 14 hectares in a small tribal village. Local knowledge and art have been incorporated in the development and the lodge has been constructed using local manpower
Kanha Earth Lodge is spread in a forested area of 16 acres adjoining the buffer zone of Kanha in a small tribal hamlet. The lodge has been built with high standards towards eco sensitivity, local village cooperation and a great wilderness experience.
NATIONAL PARKS COVERED
Panna National Park spread over 543 sq km was carved out of the hunting reserves of the erstwhile Panna, Chattarpur and Bijawar states. It is predominantly an open forest, offering great opportunity to see the tiger and other mammals.
Bandhavgarh was established in 1968 as a National Park, and is spread over an area of 448 sq. kms. The region though smaller than other wildlife parks has one of the highest density of tigers in the world. With the tiger at the apex of the food chain, it contains 37 species of mammals, more than 250 species of birds, about 70 species of butterflies, a number of reptiles
Kanha Tiger Reserve's spectacular Sal and Bamboo forest, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 1945 sq. km. in the heart of central highlands. The park is the only home to the rare Hard Ground Barasingha found in its large grasslands. Kanha is also home to Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Deer, Ungulates, Lesser Cats and close to 300 bird species.
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 01: Khajuraho - Panna
Reach Khajuraho by train/flight. Half day temple visits with lunch at Khajuraho. Transfer to Panna (30 kms) dinner and overnight stay Ken River Lodge. Khajuraho visit can be scheduled as per arrival timings.
Day 02: Panna National Park
Morning and evening Jeep Safari in Panna Tiger Reserve.
Day 03: Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning boat ride on Ken River. Post breakfast road transfer (5 hours) to Bandhavgarh. Evening at leisure followed by dinner at Kings Lodge.
Day 04: Bandhavgarh National Park
Morning and evening jeep safari in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
Day 05: Bandhavgarh National park.
Morning and Evening Jeep safari in Bandhavgarh Tiger reserve.
Day 06: Bandhavgarh – Kanha National Park
Post early breakfast road transfer (5 hours) to Kanha Tiger Reserve. Evening Jeep Safari in Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Day 07: Kanha National Park.
Morning and evening Jeep Safari in Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Day 08: Kanha National Park.
Morning Jeep Safari in Kanha Tiger Reserve. Post breakfast depart to Jabalpur for further connections.
TOUR COST STARTING FROM: USD 1635 PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING. (04 Pax Travelling)
Above tour rate is valid till 30th June 2023.
Special offer
Book 130 days in advance and get 10 % off on total tour cost (against full payment).
Get 20 % off for travel between 6th to 21st January and between 1st May to 30th June (against full payment).
New year night supplement (31st Dec) USD 50 per person.
For foreign nationals, please email on salesdesk@pugdundeesafaris.com or call on +91-9540537711
For Indian nationals, please email on sales@pugdundeesafaris.com or call on +91-8800637711, +91 124-2570404, 2571404
Inclusions:
- Twin sharing accommodation in lodges as specified in program.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and tea/coffee service
- Half day temple visits in Khajuraho.
- One boat ride on Ken River.
- Two jeep safari in Panna with entry fees, jeep charges and guide charges included.
- Four jeep safari in Kanha with entry fees, jeep charges and guide charges included.
- Four jeep safari in Bandhavgarh with entry fees, jeep charges and guide charges included.
- Road transfers by air conditioned Toyota Innova or similar (Khajuraho –Panna- -Bandhavgarh- Kanha).
- All applicable taxes.
Exclusions:
- Camera fee - as on date, still & video cameras are free in Panna and Bandhavgarh.
- Any airfare or rail tickets.
- Transfers from airport / station to the lodge and back.
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered.
- Insurance, laundry and phone calls.
- Bottled water (we provide filtered water), soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Anything that is not included in the above inclusion list.
Booking Terms:
- Above rates are valid till 30th June 2023.
- Rates may differ during Christmas, New Years and long weekends; please contact reservations team for details.
- 50% advance payment at the time of booking and balance 30 days before arrival date.
- No adjustments or refunds in case of not availing any facility from the package.
- In keeping with our heightened security procedures, we request all guests to carry a photo-identity to present at check-in. Foreign nationals are required to present their Passport and valid visa. Indian nationals can present any one of the following: Passport, Driving License, Voter ID card or PAN card. This should be the same as submitted at the time of safari bookings.
- Guests who have paid by online credit card will have to also sign a further authorization at the lodge on arrival and present the original card.
- Our standard check-in time is 1330 hrs and check out time is 1100 hrs local time.
- Subject to availability of rooms, we can offer you an early check-in and late checkout facility. For us to guarantee you an early check-in or late check out, you will need to reserve the room from the previous night.
- Panna, Bandhavgarh and Kanha national parks remain closed every Wednesday for afternoon safari & for full day on Diwali & Holi.
- The forest department may close the park on short notice due to rain.
CHILD / EXTRA ADULT POLICY:
- 1 child below 5 years complimentary, others will be charged 25% of double's cost.
- Children between 5-12 years 25% of the cost of double package in the same rooms.
- Above 12 years at 40% the cost of the double package, if minimum 65% extra child supplement has been paid, an automatic upgrade to 2 rooms will be provided, subject to availability.
Cancellation Policy:
- 7 days and less - 100% cancellation.
- 8 days to 21 days - 60% cancellation.
- 21 days to 35 days - 30% cancellation.
- 35 days and above - 20% cancellation.
- Amendment in dates within 35 days from arrival is treated as a cancellation.
- Cancellation amount is calculated as per total booking amount and not as per advance deposited.
- Christmas / New Year and long weekend bookings are non-refundable