India Wildlife: Bandhavgarh & Kanha
per person
On this journey you will get a good look into the local heritage and culture in India’s capital city Delhi and into the realm of nature where a landscape of powerful rivers, fabled jungles and intriguing wildlife awaits you. The wildlife reserves in Central India have many Bengal Tigers in their native territory. They are far less crowded than other popular reserves with even more to see.
This is an ideal journey for those passionate about nature or in it just for the experience. On this 8-Day tour you explore two of Central India’s top national parks with multiple safari drives in open 4×4 jeeps. Eco-tourism is integral to conservation in India, and our travels directly benefit the continued existence of tigers and other precious vanishing species.
8 Days, 7 Nights: Delhi, Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park
📧 Private Custom Tour – Call for Price
Inclusions
‣ Open Jeep Wildlife Safaris with Maximum 2 Adult Passengers Per Jeep
TRIP OVERVIEW (*UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
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Delhi City Tour
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Jama Masjid Mosque
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Cycle Rickshaw at Chandni Chowk
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Spice Market
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Humayun’s Tomb*
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Lunch at Sikh Temple, Bangla Saheb Gurudwara
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3 Kanha National Park Game Drives
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2 Bandhavgrah National Park Game Drives
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TOUR
SEE ANIMALS IN THEIR NATURAL HABITAT
Get the best chances of seeing a tiger up close! Bandhavgarh has more tigers per square mile and Kanha has vast forests as habitat for tigers and extensive variety of wildlife. For the best views, each jeep will have no more than two adult passengers.
IMPRESSIVE MONUMENTS FROM A MAJESTIC PAST
The capital city of Delhi serves as the gateway to your safari. Its magnificent monuments showcase a rich history. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
SHARING A MEAL AT A SIKH TEMPLE
An eye-opening experience of the Sikh faith, their non-discriminating welcoming manner and festivity in the sacred temple. See the volunteers prepare the 25,000 free meals daily. Share the roti, rice and curry with locals and other visitors.
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8 Days 7 Nights
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Arrive Delhi, India
Upon arrival into Delhi airport (DEL), you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free. Explore this bustling capital city on your own.
INDIA GATE
A memorial to the British Indian Army, reminiscent of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
SPICE MARKET
Inhale the aromatic atmosphere in the labyrinthine spice market.
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Delhi | Old and New Capital City
Delhi is the capital of modern India. It has also been the capital of at least seven previous civilizations as well as the British Raj, and each have left behind a trail of monuments.
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JAMA MASJID
Largest mosques in India built between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees.
HUMAYUN'S TOMB
This tomb has the significance of being the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent.
SHARE WITH OTHERS
At the Sikh Temple, everyone is welcome to partake in a free vegetarian meal in community dinning and some even help out in the kitchen.
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Delhi - Jabalpur - Kanha National Park
After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Transfer to Delhi airport and fly to Jabalpur Airport. You will be greeted on arrival for a short drive to the largest of the national parks, Kanha, where you will stay for three nights.
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Dinner
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Kanha National Park | Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Morning and afternoon jeep safaris viewing the wide variety of animals such as the sloth bear, Barasingha, leopards, Indian wild dogs (Dhole) and around 300 bird species. And of course on everyone's bucket list is the magnificent Royal Bengal Tiger! In addition, you will also get a chance to witness the beautiful sunset view at Bamni Dadar point that will add to the overall charm of your wildlife tour.
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Lunch Dinner
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
TIGER!
An encounter with tiger is definitely a spine-chilling moment.
SLOTH BEAR
On cool morning safaris the Sloth Bear and other denizens are still very active after returning from a night of hunting.
SPOTTED DEER IN NATURAL HABITAT
Wildlife sanctuary where Tigers, Sambhar Deer, Panther, Wild Boar, Spotted Deer, Gaur and Nilgai roam freely.
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Kanha - Bandhavgarh | Morning Safari
Start with one more early morning safari at Kanha. After breakfast, check out and drive to the Bandhavgarh National Park, stopping en route at the Fossils National Park. This biodiverse park is known for its large population of Royal Bengal tigers, especially in the central Tala zone. Other animals include Sambhar deer, Panther, Wild Boar, Spotted Deer, Gaur, Nilgai (Blue bull), etc. In addition, you can also spot around 280 species of birds that will leave you with an unforgettable bird watching experience. The mix of tropical forest, Sal trees and grassland is home to scores of bird species, including eagles.
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast Dinner
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Bandhavgarh National Park | Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Two jeep safaris today and a visit to the imposing Central Fort which has views right across the jungle plains. You should be able to see many of the spotted deer, sambar and birdlife in the park. During an early morning safari, the temperature is cool and the animals are still very active after returning from a night of hunting. Keep a sharp eye out for the elusive tiger!
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
OPEN JEEP SAFARI
Discover the overwhelming beauty and magnificence of the Bengal tiger.
LANGURS
Long-Tailed Asian Monkeys
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Bandhavagarh - Jabalpur – Delhi
Transfer to Jabalpur airport for a flight to Delhi. The remainder of the day is free or explore this bustling capital city on your own.
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Depart Delhi
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel then the tour comes to an end. Please inform us of your international or India domestic flight details in order to schedule your airport transfer to Delhi (DEL) airport
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.
| Destination | Comfort Class | Premium Class | Luxury Class |
| Delhi | Call |
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| Kanha National Park | Call |
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| Bandhavgarh National Park | Call |
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- * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- * Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrade available in the same hotel.
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Hotel check-in time is generally 3 pm or later. Check-out time is around 11 am. Hotels usually allow early arrivals and late departures to store your luggage in their luggage room for a few hours.
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
Depending on your flight arrival and departure times we may suggest you consider a pre-tour hotel night and/or post-tour hotel night during booking. The additional night allows you to be well rested before your tour or your flight home.
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Custom Private Tour, Call for Price
| Tour | 2 Persons * |
| Nov 1 to Dec 19, 2021 | Call |
| Jan 11 to Apr 30, 2022 | Call |
- Required add-on: domestic airfare Delhi -Jabalpur-Delhi. Indicative fare from $60, actual price available at tour booking.
Price Details
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. 2021 blackout dates: Dec 16-31 and major holidays. 2022 blackout dates: Jan 1-10, April 16-24, Dec 16-31 and major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest airport is DEL (Delhi International).
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Open Jeep Wildlife Safaris with Maximum 2 Adult Passengers Per Jeep
- ‣ 4 -Star Hotel & Jungle Lodge Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ Airport Transfers, Meet and Greet
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Exclusions
- ‣ Air Fare
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of 50% of the land tour price is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing..
- ‣ Monthly installment plan is available - please inquire.
- ‣ Credit card fee for American Express and non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
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Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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