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Away from India’s better-known wildlife
parks are two hidden gems - Satpura
and Tadoba-Andhari. Less visited than
other parks, both are seeing increased
sightings of leopards, tigers and sloth
bears. Satpura is also India’s only park to
offer walking safaris.
(N)
Day 2: MumbaiArrive in Mumbai (Bombay) and transfer to The Leela for an overnight stay. (N)
Day 3: Fly to Nagpur • Tadoba-AndhariNational ParkFly to Nagpur and transfer to Tadoba-Andhari National Park, where an estimated 100 tigers roam. 3 nights at Svasara Jungle Lodge. (B, L, D)
Days 4-5: Tadoba-Andhari National ParkSpend 2 days exploring the park. As well as tigers, the park is also home to hyenas, Indian wild dogs, sloth bears, leopards and nearly 200 different species of birds. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Pench National ParkTravel to Pench for a 2-night stay at Jamtara Wilderness Camp. The reserve has extremely good tiger sighting opportunities and varied fauna with sambar deer, dholes, leopards and nilgai seen regularly. Perennial springs, a meandering seasonal river, open terrain and sweeping teak forests make Pench one of India’s most beautiful national parks. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Pench National ParkFull day exploring the two routes through the national park. Optional night safari in the buffer zone. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Satpura National ParkTransfer to Satpura for 3 nights at Reni Pani Jungle Lodge. Activities offered in Satpura include canoe trips, walking tours and 4×4 safaris. It is India’s only national park to offer walking safaris, camping and trekking trips. (B, L, D)
Days 9-10: Satpura National ParkExplore Satpura by 4×4, on foot and by boat. The park’s limited exposure to humans, combined with the option of walking safaris in the core area, makes for an intimate wilderness experience. (B, L, D)
Day 11: BhopalMorning wildlife drive. Travel to Bhopal, visiting the 10,000-year-old rock shelters of Bhimbetka en route. The caves contain what are thought of as south Asia’s richest collection of prehistoric paintings. Overnight at Jehan Numa Palace. (B)
Day 12 Fly home via MumbaiTransfer to the airport and fly home. (B)
Meal basis:As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information Safaris:Safaris mentioned are shared excursions.
Superior Tour:This tour is based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
Single supplementAvailable on request.
Tailor-made travel:For a price quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options or to tailor this itinerary, please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online.
Set in landscaped gardens, the Leela (previously The Leela Kempinski) is an elegant modern hotel offering a high standard of accommodation. It is conveniently located close to Bombay international airport and offers a variety of dining and leisure facilities making it an ideal place to relax either before or after your international flight.
On the edge of Pench National Park in India's Madhya Pradesh, the new Jamtara Wilderness Camp features luxury safari tents set in the shade of a beautiful Arjuna copse. The front of each tent can be rolled up to offer unparalleled views from the comfort of your bed, or sleep under the stars snuggled under a quilt on the deck outside. Located on the opposite side of the park to other camps, Jamtara's vehicles have access to a little-used entrance to spot the myriad wild animals including: bison, wild dogs, sambar deer and elusive tigers. Features: 12 luxury tents, dining room Room Amenities: Safe, hot drinks, hairdryer
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Guideline Prices
Low season from £3795 per person
High season from £3995 per person
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
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Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
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