DESTINATIONS: Delhi, Corbett, Pench, Tadoba, Bangalore, Nagarhole, Mysore, Bangalore Departure
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS::
Explore the narrow maze of streets in Old Delhi by cycle-rickshaw
Track the elusive Royal Bengal Tigers in Corbett, Tadoba and Pench – premier tiger parks
Search for the wild elephants in Corbett and Nagarhole National Parks
Discover the royal past of Mysore
Long distance transportation in comfortable Vehicle
Stay in award winning hotels and lodges
This sample itinerary is created by wildlife experts and is meant to inspire you. The trip is ready to be customized to fit your interests, budget and travel style, enabling you to connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and travel schedule.
Delhi
Meet and greet on your arrival in Delhi. You will be received by an airport staff at the aerobridge. He will then assist you through the immigration and baggage. You will then be greeted by our company representative, as you walk out of the airport. He will accompany you to the car and transfer to your hotel close to the airport.
Rest of the day at leisure at the hotel
Overnight at The Claridges – Deluxe Room
Delhi
After breakfast, you will have a tour of Old Delhi by cycle rickshaw (pedicab). One image that is identifiable to Delhi is it’s cycle rickshaws. They are a true local’s form of transport, which still ply the lanes of Old Delhi picking people up and dropping them off, weaving almost impossibly in and out of the people, cows, motor bikes and hand carts. Take a ride through the narrow alleys and vibrant shopping bazaars - Dariba Kalan (The Silver Market), Kinari Bazaar (Wedding Market), savour the aromas of the famous spice market Khari Baoli. Also visit the magnificent Jama Masjid – largest mosque in India.
Afternoon continue on your guided tour of the capital that will highlight wide avenues, grand vistas and colonial mansions.
Delhi / Kathgodam / Corbett
Early morning transfer to New Delhi Station to board train to board train to Kathgodam.
On arrival transfer (144 Kms, 3 hrs) to Corbett
Corbett National Park - Situated along the valley of the Ramganga river and fringed by the Himalayan foothills in the north Corbett is very picturesque national park. The 1318 Sq Km (509 Sq mile) reserve was originally a hunter’s paradise during the British Raj. In 1936 it was established as the Hailey National Park, largely due to great British hunter turned conservationist Jim Corbett after whom the park is now named. Corbett is well known and a heaven for its Tigers & Elephants.
Overnight at Jim’s Jungle Retreat – Cottage
Corbett
Morning and afternoon game drive in a 4WD vehicle with a lodge naturalist in either Bijrani or Durgadevi forest range.
Bijrani Forest Range – It was once a shooting block having crossing jungle roads. Located on the eastern side of the of the Corbett national park, Bijrani houses a wide variety of flora which includes of pure Sal forests on the upper reaches and tropical moist, deciduous mixed forests in the valley and plains. The continuous water availability and an extremely wide grass lands makes it a point of strong base for the prey as well as big cats.
Durgadevi Forest Range - It is located on the north eastern boundary of the park. This forest range of Corbett tiger Reserve is good for birding and the area is also known for wild elephants all-round the year and the undulating terrain provide excellent opportunity to see leopards as well as tigers.
Corbett / Kathgodam / Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning at leisure
Later drive (60 Kms. 1.5 hrs approx.) to Kathgodam Station to board the day train back to Delhi (Shatabdi express – 15:35 /21: 05 hrs - Executive Chair Car)
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the station and transfer to your hotel
Overnight at The Claridges – Deluxe Room
Delhi / Nagpur / Pench
Transfer to the domestic airport to board flight for Nagpur & drive further for 3 hours to Pench National Park.
This 758 sq km park, Pench is named after the Pench river. It is the panoramic beauty of this region that has been described as early as the beginning of the 20th century by naturalists like Captain J. Forsyth in 'Highlands of Central India' and by Rudyard Kipling in the 'Jungle Book'. It has the highest density of herbivores in India and has a growing population of tigers and wild dogs. This linked with Kanha Np by a forested 16,000 sq km corridor and best to explore it is on Mountain Bikes.
Overnight at Pench Tree Lodge – Tree House
Pench
Early morning assemble for tea / coffee and then set off for a game drive by open top 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by English speaking lodge naturalist who sometimes is also the driver besides the local park guide.
Afternoon game drive by 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by lodge naturalist.
Overnight at the lodge.
Pench / Tadoba
After an early breakfast, drive about 4.5 hours to Tadoba National Park
The Tadoba Tiger Reserve has been unnoticed by tourism till recently. It has a forest dominated by teak forest and bamboo; it’s a rugged landscape comprising cliffs, caves, marshes, perennial lakes and boulder strewn streambeds that cater to a host of biodiversity. It is abounding with wildlife and animals like Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Hyaena, Jackal, Wild Dog and Sambar inhabit the reserve.
Afternoon game drive by 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by lodge naturalist.
Overnight at Svasara – Suite Room
Tadoba
Early morning assemble for tea / coffee and then set off for a game drive by open top 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by English speaking lodge naturalist who sometimes is also the driver besides the local park guide.
Afternoon game drive by 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by lodge naturalist.
Overnight at the lodge
Tadoba / Nagpur / Bangalore
Morning game drive by 4WD exclusive vehicle accompanied by lodge naturalist.
Later in the evening, you will drive about 3 hours to Nagpur airport and board flight for Bangalore.
Overnight at Taj Bangalore – Deluxe Room
Bangalore / Nagarhole
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nagarhole Park (260 kms, 5.5 – 6 hours)
Nagarhole National Park - The park is Nilgiri Biosphere encompassing six contiguous wildlife sanctuaries, spaning the states ofKarnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Created to protect the extraordinary biodiversity of the last surviving tracts of tropical evergreen and deciduous forests of the Western Ghats, this reserve along with the adjacent Mudumalai Sanctuary forms one of the most important migratory corridors for animals such as the Asian Elephant and the Indian Bison. The park also has Gaur (Indian bison), Dhole (Indian wild dogs), Wild Cats, Sloth Bears, Monkeys and Sambar Deer.
Overnight at The Bison Resort– Water front Luxury Tent
Nagarhole
Morning take a shared vehicle safari with forest department at Nagarhole National park. The Nagarhole ecosystem supports the highest density of herbivores anywhere in Asia with around 108 animals per sq km. In addition to large herbivores such as the Chital, Sambar, Gaur, Asian Elephant and more, Nagarhole also boasts a large number of predators including the Tiger, Leopard and Wild dog.
A highlight of the Park is the largest congregation of Asian Elephants in the world, which occur during the summer months. The visitor can also look forward to bird watching, what with over 300 species of birds recorded in the region.
Afternoon shared boat safari. On the Boat Safari, you will be taken upstream from the resort on the Kabini River to where the river itself separates the Nagarhole National Park from the Bandipur National Park.
Nagarhole / Mysore
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Mysore (80 kms, 2 hours).
The golden age of maharajahs and princes may be over, but Mysore remains a splendid city of palatial buildings, gardens and broad tree-lined boulevards. Known as the cultural capital of Karnataka for its extravagant festivities, the city is renowned for its equally grand palaces. Many of these celebrations, including the ten-day Hindu festival of Dasara (related to the Hindu epic Ramayana) take place in the beautiful Ambavilas Palace. The city is also famous for its silk weaving, sandalwood incense and wood carvings.
Overnight at Hotel Royal Orchid Mertopole – Heritage Room
Mysore / Bangalore / Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Bangalore (185 kms, 4 hours)
En route visit the ancient Srirangapatnam Fort. an island-fort-city, famous as the battleground between the British and Tipu Sultan, the ‘Tiger of Mysore’. The fort’s walls form a protective barrier for the town and numerous monuments of architectural and historic importance.
Arrive at Banagalore and transfer to the international airport to board flight for onward destination.
Set in the leafy boulevards of New Delhi, Claridges Hotel is been a landmark in Lutyens Delhi since the 1950’s. Graceful architecture, elegant décor, and a seamless blend of old-world charm and contemporary facilities have made The Claridges, New Delhi one of the best addresses. Distinguished guest rooms and suites with their classic, understated décor, the lush landscaped garden with swaying palm trees, and personalised service create a tranquil haven for the business or leisure traveller in the heart of the busy city
Jim’s Jungle Retreat is a highly rated wildlife lodge in Corbett National Park and was founded with the idea of encouraging local employment, sustain conservation ideas and help city dwellers fall in love with the forest. Only 18 independent cottages can be found here among water bodies, grasslands and mixed deciduous flora from the Terai planted decades ago. Reflecting the area’s Raj-era legacy and that of the wandering pastoral tribes of the Van Gujjars, the lodge offer three accommodation styles designed with a focus on aesthetic, comfort and local history of the area. A gastronomic experience awaits you with organic farm-to-table meals, cuisines from the Kumaon, the Raj and from the newabi kitchens of Rampur.
A heaven for the nature junkie…Absolutely the most extraordinary bed in Pench. Up in the branches of the tree of 40 acres of private jungle, it has only six massive tree houses with beautiful four poster beds and spacious outdoor porches frame the Jungle surrounds with poetic aplomb and privacy is tantamount. In addition, there are 6 resplendent cottages around a water body. They are large and spacious and can accommodate a family. Back down on terra firma the main dining area is overlooking a water hole and has a swimming pool under a huge manhua tree. The food is delicious, and the setting is perfect! The lodge can organize nature walks, bird watching and cycling trips.
Jungle Lodge at Tadoba is a conservation-focused wilderness lodge set over ten acres at Kolara Gate near the Kolara tribal hamlet and bordering the beautiful Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Located barely 100 yards from the Tadoba Tiger Reserve, the lodge offers 12 elegantly furnished suite rooms. The lodge provides all modern amenities and luxuries, multi-cuisine dining options including delectable regional Indian, Continental, and the local Varadi cuisine, as well as an immersive safari experience.
Taj Bangalore, a mere walk away from the Kempegowda International Airport, is a 154-key luxury hotel offering unmatched metropolitan hospitality. The city of Bengaluru is nicknamed ‘India’s Silicon Valley’ and the hotel reflects its modern and progressive nature through its contemporary, sleek design and architectural treatment. One can revel in the year-round spectacular and pleasant weather, courtesy the charming alfresco seating designed around the hotel to enjoy it to the fullest. Choose from 154 luxurious rooms, including 13 luxury suites, and marvel at the warm colour palettes, which merge with chic textured furnishings.
Serene and tranquil through the day yet exciting and stimulating at night; the Bison Kabini Resort is the first of its kind in India that offers something rustic and luxurious at the very edge of adventure. The Bison is situated at the confluence of the Bandipur and Nagarhole National Parks, on the shores of the exotic Kabini River. The Bison takes pride in being the only African styled Tented Camp in South India. All the rooms are spacious and cosy and come with a stunning view. The accommodation at the Bison Resort in Kabini is an oasis of luxury amidst the wilderness. The trained staff ensure the highest quality service with activities that are personally designed to make your stay memorable.
A heritage luxury hotel celebrating its 100th year in 2020, the Royal Orchid Mysore offers the finest 'stay and dine' experience in Mysore. Popularly known as the 'Raffles of India' and originally built as a resort for the Maharajas elite guests, the legacy property features 30 grand suites and luxurious rooms, all of which exude glamour and nostalgia. The #1 choice amongst international tourists seeking luxury accommodation and warm Indian hospitality in the heart of Mysore, the hotel features an open-air courtyard barbeque - Shikari, a vintage bar - Skand'el, and the city's most popular Indian restaurant - Tiger Trail, known for its tagline 'The Last Word in Indian Food'.
Accommodation in a double share room in the hotels / lodges mentioned above
Breakfast at the hotels in Delhi, Bangalore and Mysore
All meals at the jungle lodges in Corbett, Pench, Tadoba and Nagarhole
Arrival & departure transfers and inter-city drives in private chauffeur driven AC vehicles
Game drives by 4WD vehicles on exclusive basis in Corbett, Pench and Tadobaas mentioned in the itinerary
One boat safari and two game drives by 4WD vehicle (on shared basis) in Nagrahole
English speaking guide for the city tour in Mysore
Entrances to the monuments
Bottled drinking water in the car during road journeys
All presently applicable taxes
Domestic Airfares
International airfares, airport taxes
Visa Fee
Camera and videography fee at monuments
Room service charges (for meals, drinks etc.)
Other meals where not mentioned in the program
Drinks/beverages where not mentioned
All international airport taxes
Hotel early check in / Late check out
Any activity which has not been highlighted under inclusions
Overweight luggage (Free baggage limit for the internal flights is 15 kgs check in baggage per person and 7 kg hand baggage per person)
Personal expenses - mineral water, telephone calls, laundry, etc
Travel and health insurance
Tips & gratuities
Supplement costs applicable for travel during peak period like festivals, Christmas / New Year
Other services not listed in inclusive column
USD per person, based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change. As itineraries are custom-designed for you, the final price will vary. Tour price is also based on the month of travel.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS TO PRE BOOK GAME DRIVES IN NATIONAL PARK
Limited numbers of visitors are allowed inside the National Parks. Booking is done on first cum first serve basis. Therefore, we would request you to please send us the following information at the earliest in order to enable us to book game drives or a scanned copy of the relevant pages of the passports.
July to September – National parks closed rainy reason
Jungle Excursions: By 4 wheel drive jeeps accompanied by local naturalist
Park Timings: Sunrise to 1000 am and 3 Pm to Sunset. Open from November to June. Viewing is good throughout the year. May and June are very hot.
Wednesday –Pench National Parks remain closed for afternoon safari on Wednesday. We can arrange alternate activities like village visit, nature walk, cycling, visit to weekly tribal market in place of a safari on Wednesday afternoon.
Nagarhole - Safaris will be organised as per government regulations by park vehices only. All safaris will be in a shared vehicle and the size of the vehicle depends on the number of guests going from the resort.
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Full Day Safari Permit
Bandhavgarh
Indian Culinary Workshop
Pench
Cycling forested and tribal villages
Pench
Taj Mahal Tour
Delhi
Tiger Tiger Tour
Focussing on Tigers this tours takes you to best places to see Tigers in India - Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench and Tadoba
14 Days
Starting USD 4,000 per person
Tiger and Taj Mahal Tour
This tour takes you to Indias best tiger viewing parks - Bandhavgarh & Kanha plus two world heritage sites for culture - Agra & Khajuraho.
10 Days
Starting USD 3,000 per person
Big Cats of India Tour
Focussing on Big Cats - Lions, Tigers & Leopards this tour takes you to Pench, Bandhavgarh & Satpura in Central India plus Gir in Western India.
15 Days
Starting USD 4,300 per person
Indias Big Five Safari
Indias very own Big 5 Safari - Tiger, Leopard, Rhinos, Elephants & Wild Buffaloes takes you to Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Kaziranga.
12 Days
Starting USD 3,500 per person
Himalayan Wildlife Tour
Explore Indias oldest National Park - Jim Corbett in the foothills of Himalayas and also head into lower Himalays for bird watching.
9 Days
Starting USD 2,100 per person
Bears, Leopards & Tiger Tour
Focussing on 3 star species of Central India - Sloth Bear, Leopard and Tiger this tour takes you to Satpura, Pench and Kanha.
14 Days
Starting USD 3,200 per person
Tiger & Golden Triangle Tour
Indias Golden Triangle - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur clubbed with Ranthambhore, amongst the best places to see Tigers in wild.
9 Days
Starting USD 1,800 per person
Red Panda Tour
Go in seach of the elusive Red Panda in Singilala National Park in Eastern Himalayas led by expert trackers.
8 Days
Starting USD 2,200 per person
Snow Leopard Tour
In the seach of the ghost of the mountains, this tour takes you to Leh, Ulley and Hemis National Park, the best place to Snow Leopards.
10 Days
Starting USD 2,700 per person
Walking Safaris & Mobile Tour
Trek through Satpura Tiger Reserve and camp in style in Tiger country, ending the trip at Kanha National Park.
12 Days
Starting USD 4,200 per person
Cycling Safari Tigers & Tribals
Cycle through corridor forests of Pench and Kanha Tiger reserves, camp in style and enjoy safaris on jeep looking for Tigers.
8 Days
Starting USD 2,500 per person
Personalized journeys
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This sample itinerary is 16 days from $4,000 USD per person*
Speak to one of our Safari Specialists to begin planning a customized wildlife trip to India. All aspects of your trip can be adjusted to your liking, whether its activities, hotels, duration of the trip and even places you’ll visit.
There is an option of taking the special full day photography permit in Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench or Tadoba which will allow the guests to be inside the park from sunrise to sunset. Each permit allows maximum 3 photographer in one vehicle along with the lodge naturalist. You can move across all zones. In regular safari you are allocated a zone. You can enter the park 15 minutes before and exit 15 minutes later than the other regular safari vehicles. This permit comes at a premium price. Full day safari increases you chances of tracking tigers.
Full Day Safari is recommended in the sample itinerary Cycling Safari in Tiger Reserves. With every activity that point your interest, we can create a new customized itinerary to your liking just by answering a few questions.
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Enjoy a farm to table cooking experience with the resident chef at your lodge in Pench. Pick up organic vegetables from the lodge garden that are grown in a wholesome and sustainable manner and learn how to cook them on open fire local recipe. Meal will be served outdoors.
Farm to Table Cooking Experience at Pench is recommended in the sample itinerary Cycling Safari in Tiger Reserves. With every activity that point your interest, we can create a new customized itinerary to your liking just by answering a few questions.
Speak to a Tiger Safari Expert at +91-981-002-8849
Set off for a cycling ride to Pench River and back from your lodge. The ride is though nationalpark forests, farmlands, and villages. Your local riding guide / naturalist ensure to take you tothe best spots while sharing the stories from local village and cultural life. You cycle throughthe forest seeing langurs (monkeys), peacocks and passing by small streams. First part ofthe ride is through farmlands and forests. After about 16 kms of cycling, we stop by thePench river for picnic breakfast. We then continue to ride through forests and agriculturalvalleys, fringed by forested hills. We stop for lunch in a forested patch. Then we ride back tothe lodge.
Cycling – explore forested countryside and tribal villages around Pench is recommended inthe sample itinerary Tiger Elephants More. With every activity that point your interest, wecan create a new customized itinerary to your liking just by answering a few questions.
Extend your holiday by 2 nights and travel to Agra. Visit India’s most famous and romantic monument, the Taj Mahal. Agra is around 3 – 4 hours drive from Delhi on a good expressway that makes travel quick and comfortable.
Taj Mahal visit can be included before or after the trip in the sample itinerary Cycling Safari in Tiger Reserves. With every activity that point your interest, we can create a new customized itinerary to your liking just by answering a few questions.
Speak to a Tiger Safari Expert at +91-981-002-8849
