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Central India Wildlife Trail

Best 4 Central India Wildlife Parks – 12 Nights / 13 Days

Khajuraho - Panna National Park - Bandhavgarh National Park - Kanha National Park - Pench National Park

Central India is one of the best destinations for wildlife enthusiasts to explore the wilderness, spot wild animals, excited to travel through challenging landscapes, experience jungle life, spend nights in the thick forests listening to the sounds of nature and enjoy nature’s beauty at its best. 

Constructed by the Chandela dynasty, Khajuraho group of temples is a stunning representation of the architectural splendour. Also famous for erotic sculptures, this UNESCO world heritage site attracts tourists round the year. 

On the Vindhya Mountains, amidst scenic waterfalls and on the banks of River Ken lies Panna National Park. Apart from tigers, you can also spot leopards, wolves, sambhar and wild dogs. The national park is also home to over 200 bird species making the place a must-visit for bird watchers.

Rich in evergreen sal forests, Bandhavgarh has over 500 species of plants. The landscape is ideal for tigers and the possibility of spotting the majestic beasts is very high.  

Kanha National Park, the popular tiger reserve, ranks amongst the finest wildlife parks in the world. Exploring the sprawling 1945 sq.km of tiger reserve with dense forests and pristine streams in picturesque settings can be a mesmerising experience. Apart from tigers, Kanha is also popular for being home to Barasingha, which is referred to as the ‘Jewel of Kanha’.

If you have read Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book and were fascinated by the wilderness, you are sure to love Pench National Park, which inspired the author of Jungle Book. This tiger reserve gets its name from River Pench, which flows from north to south dividing the park into two halves. 

We focus on giving you the best itinerary to make your Central India wildlife trail a grand success. To maximise your experience, we are open to any changes you may recommend.

Highlights of the Itinerary

Note: Each Itinerary can be customized with accommodation options as per your budget & style. 

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Itinerary at a Glance

01
Day
Arrival at Khajuraho | Khajuraho temple visit | Drive to Panna
02 & 03
Day
Safaris in Panna National Park
04
Day
Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park
05 & 06
Day
Game drives in Bandhavgarh
07
Day
Drive to Kanha National Park | Leisure walk in the forest
08 & 09
Day
Safaris in Kanha
10
Day
Drive to Pench National Park | Explore in-house garden
11 & 12
Day
Game drives in Pench
13
Day
Tour ends on a happy note

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Khajuraho Arrival

Pick from Khajuraho. Visit UNESCO heritage site Khajuraho temples, which are not only famous for their architecture but also known for erotic sculptures. Drive to Panna National Park (one hour).

Day 2 & 3 - Panna National Park

Explore the beautiful Panna National Park in the mornings and evenings on both days. The game drives will take you through the thick jungle to spot tigers. Also look for other wild animals including leopards, sloth bears and antelopes. 

Day 4 - Bandhavgarh National Park

Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (5½ hours). Unwind to experience the serenity of the jungle and be all set for adventurous days ahead.

Day 5 & 6 - Bandhavgarh National Park

Have a great time on game drives twice a day on both days exploring the richness of Bandhavgarh. The terrain of Bandhavgarh not only captivates you but gives you a tough challenge.

Day 7 - Kanha National Park

Drive to Kanha National Park (approximately 5 hours). Go on a leisure walk enjoying the beauty of nature.

Day 8 & 9 - Kanha National Park

What better could happen on a wildlife journey than spotting tigers in the scenic Kanha? May be spotting more of them and other wild animals including leopards and a stunning species of birds during safaris on both days and twice each day. Have a great time exploring Kanha.

Day 10 - Pench Tiger Reserve

Drive from Kanha National Park to Pench Tiger Reserve (5 hours). Stroll in the organic garden where vegetables and herbs are grown.

Day 11 & 12 - Pench Tiger Reserve

The spellbinding beauty of Pench Tiger Reserve captivates your soul. Safaris twice a day on both days give you a great opportunity to explore and enjoy the spectacular tiger reserve. As you go about on your game drives, the chances of spotting tigers are higher. 

Day 13 - Tour ends on a happy note

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