Tigers & Temples of Central India

Touch down in Delhi where our friendly team will meet you. We'll take you to your hotel, a beautiful property with lush gardens - perfect for birdwatching! After some rest, join us for a welcome dinner where you'll meet your expert naturalist guide who'll be accompanying you throughout the journey.

After breakfast, catch a morning flight to Jabalpur, followed by a scenic drive through rural Madhya Pradesh to Bandhavgarh National Park. Keep your eyes peeled - you might spot some wildlife even on the drive! Arrive at your luxury jungle lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon, your naturalist will give you a fascinating introduction to the park's wildlife and share tips for tiger spotting. End the day with a nature walk around the lodge, spotting birds and learning to identify animal tracks.

Wake up early to the sounds of the jungle! We'll head out before dawn for your first game drive. Bandhavgarh has one of India's highest tiger densities, so keep those cameras ready. Your expert naturalist knows all the best spots and will help you track these magnificent cats. After breakfast back at the lodge, enjoy a talk about tiger conservation. In the afternoon, we'll head out for another safari. Tonight, enjoy dinner around the campfire while listening to tales of jungle adventures.

Another exciting day of wildlife watching! Morning and afternoon safaris give us more chances to spot tigers, leopards, and sloth bears. Between drives, visit a nearby village to learn about life in the tiger's neighbourhood. In the evening, enjoy a special presentation about the local Baiga tribes and their ancient relationship with the forest.

After a final morning safari, we'll drive to Panna National Park, stopping en route at the spectacular Raneh Falls - a mini Grand Canyon! Check into your riverside lodge and spend the evening relaxing on your private deck, watching riverside birds and listening to the sounds of the jungle.

Start with an early morning safari in Panna, known for its successful tiger reintroduction programme. After breakfast, we'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho. Your guide will help you understand the famous erotic sculptures - it's actually less naughty than you might think! Return to the lodge for an afternoon safari, followed by a boat ride on the Ken River where you might spot crocodiles basking on the banks.

One last morning safari in Panna before we drive to Satpura National Park. This is real off-the-beaten-track India - you'll love the scenic drive through rural villages and tribal areas. Arrive at your lodge, architecturally inspired by local tribal homes but with all modern luxuries. Evening nature walk with resident naturalists to spot nocturnal creatures.

Satpura offers unique safari experiences! Start with a morning walking safari (one of few parks in India that allows this). After lunch, choose between a canoe safari spotting birds and crocodiles, or another jeep safari. Tonight, enjoy a special tribal dance performance followed by dinner.

Morning and afternoon safaris in different zones of the park. Satpura is fantastic for seeing sloth bears and wild dogs, plus it's a bird watcher's paradise. Between safaris, visit a local NGO working on wildlife conservation and meet some of the researchers.

After breakfast, drive to Bhopal, stopping at the UNESCO-listed Buddhist monuments of Sanchi. These ancient stupas and monasteries tell fascinating stories through their detailed carvings. Evening arrival in Bhopal, where we stay in a restored palace hotel.

Today we explore the Bhimbetka rock shelters, featuring prehistoric cave paintings, and visit the excellent Tribal Museum to understand more about Central India's indigenous peoples. Evening at leisure to explore Bhopal's bustling old city.

Morning visit to Bhopal's grand mosques before flying back to Delhi. Afternoon free for shopping or relaxation. Tonight, celebrate your adventure with a farewell dinner featuring Central Indian cuisine.

Spend your final day exploring Delhi's highlights, including Humayun's Tomb and the bustling spice market. Evening at leisure to pack and relax.

Time to bid farewell to India as we transfer you to the airport for your flight back to London, taking with you unforgettable memories of India's wildlife and ancient temples.