Overview
Experience the thrill of India’s wild heart with our Tiger Safari Tour in Bandhavgarh, specially designed for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, nature lovers, and adventure seekers. Located in the Vindhyan hills of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is renowned for its rich wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and excellent opportunities to observe the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat.
Highlights
- Exciting Tiger Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park
- Explore the famous Tala, Magadhi and Khitauli core safari zones
- Opportunity to spot the magnificent Royal Bengal Tiger
- Multiple morning and afternoon jungle safari experiences
- Chance to see leopard, sloth bear, gaur, wild dog, sambar and chital
- Explore the rich birdlife of Bandhavgarh
Itinerary
Your Bandhavgarh Tiger Safari Tour begins with your arrival in Jabalpur. Meet our representative at the airport or railway station and begin your comfortable drive towards Bandhavgarh.
The journey takes you through the scenic landscapes of Madhya Pradesh before reaching the Bandhavgarh region.
On arrival, check in to your selected wildlife resort and relax.
Spend the evening enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the resort. You may also attend a wildlife orientation or discuss the upcoming safari schedule with your naturalist.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the resort.
Overnight Stay: Bandhavgarh
Wake up early and prepare for your first exciting morning jungle safari in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
Depending on your permit, the safari may take place in one of the designated core zones such as Tala, Magadhi or Khitauli, or an authorized buffer zone. These areas offer different landscapes and wildlife habitats.
During the safari, keep an eye out for tigers, leopards, sloth bears, sambar, chital, gaur, wild dogs, langurs and other wildlife.
Return to the resort for breakfast and relaxation.
After lunch and some leisure time, proceed for your afternoon safari. Explore the forest once again while your naturalist helps you understand animal tracks, calls, behavior and the surrounding ecosystem.
Return to the resort in the evening.
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Safari: Morning & Afternoon
Overnight Stay: Bandhavgarh
Start your day with another early morning tiger safari in Bandhavgarh.
Each safari provides a different wildlife experience as animal movement, weather and forest conditions constantly change. Spend time exploring open meadows, forest trails and water sources where wildlife activity may be observed.
Return to the resort for breakfast.
The afternoon is reserved for relaxation and enjoying the resort surroundings.
Later, depending on permit availability, proceed for another afternoon jungle safari in an assigned safari zone.
Bandhavgarh is also home to more than 250 bird species, making the safari an excellent opportunity for birdwatching alongside wildlife photography.
Return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay.
Safari: Morning & Afternoon
Overnight Stay: Bandhavgarh
Begin the day with your final morning safari in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
Use this last safari to explore the forest at a relaxed pace and look for wildlife that you may not have encountered during the previous drives.
Return to the resort for breakfast.
Later, depending on local conditions and accessibility, spend some time exploring the surrounding area or relaxing at the resort. Bandhavgarh's landscape has a strong connection between wildlife and history, with the famous Bandhavgarh Fort and other historic features associated with the reserve. Access to protected attractions is subject to forest department permissions and current regulations.
Enjoy your final evening in the wilderness.
Safari: Morning
Overnight Stay: Bandhavgarh
Enjoy breakfast at the resort and check out.
After completing your memorable Bandhavgarh Tiger Safari Tour, begin your drive back to Jabalpur.
On arrival, transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Your tour ends with unforgettable memories of Bandhavgarh's forests, wildlife and the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger.
Tour Ends: Jabalpur
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Accommodation in a comfortable wildlife resort
- Daily breakfast during the stay
- Private transportation as per the itinerary
- Jabalpur–Bandhavgarh–Jabalpur transfers
- Jungle safari permits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Safari vehicle and authorized forest guide/naturalist
- Safari arrangements according to official permit availability
- Airport/railway station transfers as applicable
- Driver allowances, fuel and transportation expenses
- All applicable hotel taxes
Excludes
- Airfare or train tickets
- Lunch and dinner unless specifically mentioned
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, beverages and tips
- Camera/video charges, where applicable
- Additional safari permits or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
A 5-day/4-night itinerary provides enough time for multiple safaris while allowing travellers to enjoy the resort and surrounding wilderness at a comfortable pace.
Bandhavgarh is renowned for its tiger population and is considered one of India's important destinations for tiger sightings. However, tigers are wild animals and sightings depend on natural conditions, so they cannot be guaranteed.
The main core tourism zones are Tala, Magadhi and Khitauli. The reserve also has buffer zones including Dhamokhar, Johila and Panpatha.
The itinerary is designed around multiple safari opportunities, including morning and afternoon safaris on Days 2 and 3 and a final morning safari on Day 4. Exact safari allocation depends on permit availability.