Overview
Journey into the heart of India’s most celebrated tiger reserves on this carefully crafted 14-day wildlife adventure. You’ll explore three of India’s premier national parks – Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Panna – each offering unique landscapes and incredible opportunities to spot the majestic Bengal tiger. Beyond tigers, you’ll discover India’s rich biodiversity, from leopards and sloth bears to countless bird species. This tour perfectly balances wildlife experiences with cultural highlights, including a visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal and the ancient temples of Khajuraho. Stay in comfortable wildlife lodges where experienced naturalists will share their knowledge and enhance your safari experience.
Highlights
- 8 jeep safaris across three different national parks
- High chances of tiger sightings in Bandhavgarh
- Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Taj Mahal
- Explore the exotic temples of Khajuraho
- Expert naturalist guides throughout your safari experiences
- Comfortable stays in wildlife lodges
- Experience Indian railway journey
- Traditional Indian cuisine experiences
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Your Indian wildlife adventure begins as you arrive at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Our friendly representative will greet you with a traditional welcome and transfer you to your hotel in the heart of the city. After freshening up, we'll take you for a gentle introduction to Indian cuisine at a local restaurant. The rest of the evening is yours to rest and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
After breakfast, we drive to Agra (4 hours). Watch the countryside change as we leave Delhi behind. In Agra, we'll visit the magnificent Taj Mahal at sunset - the perfect time to photograph this wonder of the world. Your guide will share fascinating stories about its creation and the love story behind it. We'll end the day with dinner at your hotel, featuring local Mughlai cuisine.
Start early with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal - it looks completely different in the morning light! After breakfast, we'll catch a train to Jhansi, a journey that takes you through rural India. From Jhansi, drive to Khajuraho (3 hours), home to UNESCO-listed temples. Evening is free to relax at your hotel.
Morning begins with an early game drive in Panna National Park, known for its gorges and waterfalls. Look out for tigers, leopards, and huge crocodiles basking in the Ken River. After lunch, explore the famous Khajuraho temples, known for their intricate carvings. Your guide will help you understand the symbolism and stories behind these remarkable sculptures.
Drive to Bandhavgarh (5 hours), famous for having one of the highest tiger densities in India. Over two days, enjoy four game drives in open jeeps with expert naturalists. Between safaris, relax at your lodge, attend wildlife talks, and enjoy local Madhya Pradesh cuisine. Keep your camera ready - besides tigers, you might spot leopards, wild dogs, and various deer species.
Travel to Kanha (5 hours), the park that inspired Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book'. Spend three days exploring this beautiful park with morning and afternoon safaris. Your naturalist will help you track tigers through sal forests and spot barasingha deer, unique to Kanha. Evening nature walks around the lodge offer excellent bird-watching opportunities.
Two more days to explore different zones of Kanha. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities. Your naturalist will explain tracking techniques and help you understand animal behaviour. Between safaris, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your jungle lodge, take cooking classes, or visit a nearby village to learn about local life.
Final morning safari in Kanha. After lunch, drive to Jabalpur (4 hours) to catch your flight to Delhi. Evening at leisure in Delhi, perhaps do some shopping for souvenirs.
Explore the bustling streets of Old Delhi, visiting Jama Masjid and taking a thrilling rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk's narrow lanes. Afternoon free for shopping or relaxation. Farewell dinner featuring North Indian specialities.
After breakfast, transfer to Delhi airport for your flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories of India's wildlife.
Language
- English
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