If you are a wildlife enthusiast, or simply want to discover the rich wildlife of India, this itinerary is for you.Live the thrillIing adventure of spotting the royal Bengal Tiger and enjoy the spectacular view of other animals and birds in three National Parks of Central India. Madhya Pradesh, nestled in the heart of India is home to diverse flora and fauna. Some of India’s well-maintained national parks are located here. Wild life enthusiasts and adventure loving tourists visit here for the best wildlife tours for an exhilarating holiday experience. They get an opportunity to explore the natural richness of the enchanting wildlife reserves.
Day 01 Arrive Jabalpur Airport to Kanha National Park (140 Kms/ 3 Hrs)
Day 02 Kahna National Park
Day 03 Kanha National Park to Bandhavgarh National Park (230 Kms/ 4 Hrs)
Day 04 Bandhavgarh National Park
Day 05 Bandhavgarh National Park to Panna National Park(200 Kms/ 4 Hrs)
Day 06 Panna National Park
Day 07 Panna National Park to Khajuraho (55 Kms/ 1 Hrs)
Day 08 Departure
Day 1 : Arrive Jabalpur Airport to Kanha National Park (140 Kms/ 3 Hrs)
On your arrival at Jabalpur Airport, pick up & move towards Kanha National Park. It is popular for Bengal tigers but it owes its fame to Rudyard Kipling’s “Jungle Book”. The lush forests, vast pastures and ravines along with the wild animals such as the tigers, sloth bears, pythons and elephants inspired the author. It won’t be wrong to say that every animal character of the book is based on the inhabitants of the park.
Day 2 : Kanha National Park
Start the day early in the morning to explore Kanha National Park. Traverse through the pristine landscape of the sal and bamboo forests to spot the tiger, leopard, barasingha, barking deer, jackal, gaur, sloth bear, black buck, fox, hyena, jungle cat, porcupine, civet and Indian wild dog. Seeing wild animals in their natural habitat is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience. The first jeep safari starts early in the morning before breakfast and the second is in the afternoon.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 Kanha National Park to Bandhavgarh National Park (230 Kms/ 4 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel & depart for Bandhavgarh National Park. Sprawling over 1536 Sq.km. Bandhavgarh National Park is a tiger reserve and is home to some world-renowned tigers such as Charger and Sita who is one of the world’s most photographed tigers. Bandhavgarh has the highest density of tiger population in natural surroundings in India. There is a saying about the park that goes: “In any other park,
Day 04 Bandhavgarh National Park
Today, go on a morning and afternoon safari to explore Bandhavgarh National Park and its rich wildlife. Before the sun rises, embark on a morning safari and witness the beautiful sunrise panorama. It is the best time for bird-watching and capturing the views of birds flying at eye-level. The park is home to more than 200 avifaunal species, including heron, painted stork, vultures, white breasted kingfisher, hawk eagle, crested serpent eagle and pairs of sarus cranes.
Day 05 Bandhavgarh National Park to Panna National Park (200 Kms/ 4 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel & depart for Panna National Park. Today, the national park has been successful in grabbing the attention of oodles of wildlife buffs and nature lovers travelling from across the globe. When visiting the park tourists can take a walk in the deciduous forest while spotting the species including Sloth Bear Pangolin, Indian Wolf, Four-Horned Antelope, Leopard, Rusty Spotted Cat, Gharial,
Day 06 Panna National Park
Spend the day exploring the wildlife at Panna National Park. Start with a morning safari, then take some rest and later embark on an afternoon safari. Panna National Park is also a tiger reserve in India. Though the Park bagged the Excellence Award in 2007 as the “best maintained” National Park of the country by Tourism Ministry of India,
Day 07 Panna National Park to Khajuraho (55 Kms/ 1 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel & proceed for Khajuraho. Khajuraho is well known for the captivating stone carvings etched into stark relief on the three groups of World Heritage–listed temples. The Western Group of temples, in particular, contains stunning sculptures that together make up some of the finest temple art in the world.
Arrive Khajuraho & check-in at hotel. Afternoon drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the ‘Western Group of Temples’. Start your visit with the Kandariya Mahadev temple, the most popular and beautiful massive structure here. It is a magni ficent piece of artistic sculptural work decorated with over 870 statues and carvings. Stroll through other temples, including the Chausath Yogini Temple. Unlike other Chausath Yogini temples elsewhere, this one is rectangular in shape and not rounded. The temple dates back to the late 9th century and is said to be Khajuraho’s oldest surviving temple. This evening, you also have the option to attend a captivating Sound and Light show. Set out at 1800 hours and drive to the Western group of temples, where show is played out. Then return to hotel & Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08 Departure
This is the last day of the tour & it’s time to say Goodbye to this romantic journey into the wilderness. After breakfast check out from hotel & proceed towards Khajuraho airport to board connecting flight for your onward journey.
