Satpura, Pench, Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Panna, Khajuraho & Bheraghat Tour Itinerary
2N Pench | 2N Kanha | 2N Bandhavgarh | 2N Panna | 1N Khajuraho | 1N Bheraghat | 2N Satpura
- In : Nagpur
- Out : Bhopal
- Tour Duration : 12 N & 13 D
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Activities :
02 Jungle Safari at Pench National Park
02 Jungle Safari at Kanha National Park
03 Jungle Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park
02 Jungle Safari at Panna National Park Jungle safari,
Night safari, canoe ride & jungle walk at Satpura National Park
From the inspiring love legends of Mandu to the formidable regality of Gwalior, from the civilization testimonies of Bhimbetka to the architectural eroticism of Khajuraho, from the spiritual mysticism of Omkareshwar and Chitrakoot to the unblemished biodiversity of the national parks at Kanha and Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh is a microcosm of “Incredible India”.
Meet and greet with our representative at Nagpur railway station / airport.
Board our vehicle & proceed for Pench National Park ( 100 kms | 2 hrs drive ).
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight Pench National Park.
Enjoy your morning & afternoon excursion at Pench National Park. We pick & drop you from your resort for the excursion.
Pench National Park derives its name from the Pench River that flows through the park.
In 2011, the park won the “Best Management Award”.
Pench National Park has been immortalized with it’s description in Ain-i-Akbari, and is the setting of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book.
Overnight Pench National Park .
Post breakfast, c/out & proceed for Kanha National Park ( 210 kms | 4.5 hrs drive ).
Arrive Kanha National Park & the day at leisure.
Overnight Kanha National Park.
Enjoy your morning & afternoon excursion at Kanha National Park. We pick & drop you from your resort after the excursion.
Kanha National Park is the largest national park of Madhya Pradesh & a feast for the eyes for wildlife enthusiasts.
An epitome of conservation,successful rehabilitation of the Hard ground Swamp Deer ( Barasingha ) speaks about the dedication & efforts of the forest dept as well as the local population.
It is also the first tiger reserve in India to officially introduce a mascot, “Bhoorsingh the Barasingha”.
Overnight Kanha National Park.
Have an early breakfast, board our vehicle & proceed for Bandhavgarh National Park ( 250 kms | 5 hrs drive ).
Arrive Bandhavgarh National Park, c/In at your resort & the day at leisure.
Enjoy your afternoon excursion at Bandhavgarh National Park. We pick & drop you from your resort for the excursion.
Bandhavgarh is a place of mythological and legendary significance. The ancient Bandhavgarh Fort is of great importance as it is believed to have been gifted by Lord Rama to his younger brother Lakshmana. ‘Bandhav’ in English means brother and ‘Garh’ means fort. Hence the name, Bandhavgarh. Bandhavgarh dates back to 2000 years ago and you will find several man made caves with inscriptions and rock paintings.
Bandhavgarh is also the land of tigers. This is the place to visit if you want to spot the big cat. India’s top dwelling for tigers, Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest density of Royal Bengal tigers in the world. The sight of the majestic tiger, up close and personal, is said to trigger a sense of awe in you, of the kinds you would have only experienced in your childhood.
Overnight Bandhavgarh National Park.
Enjoy your morning & afternoon excursion at Bandhavgarh National Park. We pick & drop you from your resort for the excursion.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight Bandhavgarh National Park.
Post breakfast, c/out & proceed for Panna National Park ( 200 kms | 4.5 hrs drive ).
Arrive Panna, C/in & the day at leisure.
Later, visit ‘Pandav Falls’.
Pandav Falls is a perennial fall fed by a tributary of the river Ken in Madhya Pradesh. The falls cascades down from a height of about 30 meters into a heart shaped pool. Surrounded by lush green forests, the falls is spectacular and accessed even during peak monsoon season. The serenity, purity and mystic atmosphere of the Pandav Falls attract both the locals and tourists. At the foot of falls there are some ancient caves overlooking a large pool of water. The Pandavas of the Mahabharata are believed to have spent a part of their exile here.
Overnight Panna National Park.
Enjoy your morning excursion at Panna National Park. We pick & drop you from your resort after the excursion.
Mines shining with diamonds within a national park that’s home to some of the biggest predators and waterfalls of dizzying heights; Panna has the amazing superpower to, both, calm you and thrill you!
The city’s royal past dates back to mid of 17th Centuary AD, when it became the capital of Maharaja Chhatrasal’s kingdom. On the other hand, with Ken River passing through Panna hills, the city has a wildlife-friendly present. You can spot the majestic tiger, the ghariyal – a huge reptile found only in the Indian subcontinent, and a variety of flora and fauna.
A visit to Panna will surely bring alive the child-like awe in you.
Overnight Panna National Park.
Post b’fast,proceed for Khajuraho ( 40 kms | 1 hr drive ).
Mid way, we take a short deroad & visit ‘Raneh Falls’.
The Raneh Falls is a natural water fall on the Ken River, located in Chhatarpur district. The Ken River forms a 5 kilometres long, and 30 metres (98 ft) deep canyon made of pure crystalline granite in varying shades of colours ranging from pink and red to grey. There is a series of waterfalls in the canyon. The larger and smaller falls run all through the year. Other seasonal falls appear during monsoons. It is about 20 kilometres away from Khajuraho. The Ken Gharial Sanctuary is located at the confluence of the Ken and Khudar rivers further down from Reneh Falls.The Ken river here runs through a narrow gorge of igneous rocks rich in Granite and Dolomite.
Arrive Khajuraho, c/in & after rest, we take you to visit the “Western Group of Temples”.
Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh is famous for groups of Hindu and Jain temples. These temples are a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their beautiful and erotic rock carvings.
Built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty, these temples depict various forms like meditation, spiritual teachings, kinship, wrestling, royalty and most significantly, erotic art. The temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.
Based on their geographical location, the temples are categorized into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. Beautiful, intricate and expressive, the sculptures of the Khajuraho temples will leave you in awe and wonder.
End the day with a magnificent & spectacular “Light & Sound” show at the premises of the temples.
Overnight Khajuraho.
Post b’fast, c/out & proceed for your hotel in Bheraghat ( 250 kms | 5 hrs drive ).
Arrive Bhedaghat & after c/in & rest, proceed to visit the magnificient “Dhuadhar Waterfalls”. Avail the cable car ride ( by self ). The cable car offers fine glimpses of the falls as well as the river.
Also avail the thrilling boat ride ( by self ). The boat ride is an once in a lifetime experience where you sail amidst the white pristine marble rocks. The marble rocks of Bhedaghat are undoubtedly one of the most famous sites to visit for almost every traveler. These marble rocks are naturally formed and a boat ride amidst these rocks makes for a surreal experience. And what’s more, you just might chance upon fossils if you look closely enough.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight Bheraghat.
Early morning, visit Chausath Yogini Temples.
The Chausath Yogini Temple is one of the oldest heritage sites in India. It was built in the 10th Century AD by the Kalachuri kingdom and and was mainly made with local granite. Mughal invaders, later on, destroyed and deformed this temple
It has a distinct resemblance to the temples of Khajuraho in structure.The temple is the abode of Goddess Durga along with 64 yoginis. A Yogini is a female attendant of the mother goddess, who slays illusion with fiery passion through insight and liberation.It is located near the river Narmada and the famous Marble Rocks in Bhedaghat, some 17 km from Jabalpur, Madhya pradesh.Though the temple has been partially damaged, it speaks greatly of the ancient dynasties that ruled in Jabalpur.
The Chausath Yogini Temple is placed on a hill top overlooking the river Narmada. One has to climb 150 plus steps to reach the temple. The temple looks beautiful in sunlight and inside the idols of the Mother Goddess and Lord Shiva lend a divine aura.The complex of the temple consists of 95 shrines which includes 64 Yoginis in circular fashion around the temple, one for each yoginis and a main shrine where Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati are seen riding on Nandi, the sacred bull. The design of the temple has been kept simple but the idols of yoginis are exquisitely carved, each one depicting a unique posture.
Later, proceed for Madhai ( Satpura National Park – 250 kms | 5 hrs drive ).
Arrive Satpura National Park, c/in & the day at leisure.
Later, in the evening, at around 5 pm, board our customized vehicle & proceed for a night safari which lasts till 9 pm. This activity offers a bespoke experience to observe nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat.
Overnight Satpura National Park.
Early morning, you will be met by our associate who will assist you to reach the boat jetty, board the speed boat & cross the Denwa river. After the necessary forest formalities, board our customized 4×4 vehicle to explore the flora & fauna of Satpura National Park
Avail the morning safari in the core area.
Madhai is located at the entrance of the most exquisite and beautiful forests in India – Satpura. Few places in the world can compete with its raw wilderness, absolute tranquillity and the air of mystique. It delights you with its rich wildlife, sprawling meadows, unending backwaters and spell-binding views that leave you awestruck and get you to be completely in sync with the magic of nature.
In the evening, you will taken to the jetty for an exclusive canoe ride on the Denwa river.
Each canoe can accommodate 2 guests & 1 naturalist who would be describing the flora & fauna of the park. During this time of the year, the river is a primary habitat of migratory birds & a canoe ride is a wonderful way to be close to them. You will also be taken deep inside the forest & you can witness wildlife too.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight Satpura National Park.
Early morning, you will be joined by the forest rangers who will take you for an out of the world “Forest Walk” experience in the dense woods of Satpura National Park.
At the rest point, you can have breakfast & witness crocodiles lazying around in the sun.
Perhaps Satpura is still the only Park where a jungle walk is allowed in the core area.
Later, we drop you at Pipariya railway station ( 50 kms | 1.2 hrs drive ) to catch your flight for home feeling contented about a memorable holiday spend at “Madhya Pradesh : The Heart of Incredible India”.
After a refreshing breakfast, c/out & later in the day, we drop you at Pipariya railway station ( 50 kms | 1.2 hrs drive ) or Bhopal ( 130 kms | 3.5 hrs ) to catch yourtrain \ flight for home feeling contented about a memorable holiday spend at “Madhya Pradesh : The Heart of Incredible India”.