LUXURY CENTRAL INDIA WILDLIFE & CULTURE EXPERIENCE

Pench – Kanha – Bandhavgarh – Panna – Khajuraho
Staying at exclusive Taj Safaris lodges

Day 01: Arrive Pench National Park

Arrive at Nagpur Airport and drive to Pench National Park. On arrival, check in to Baghvan, a luxury jungle lodge set amidst forested landscapes near the Pench River.
After a leisurely lunch and time to relax, head out in the afternoon for a High Tea experience at Khoka Lake, a serene water body known for birdlife and stunning sunset views.
Return to the lodge for dinner under the stars, soaking in the calm of your first wilderness night.

Overnight: Baghvan, Pench
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 02: Pench National Park – Jeep Safaris

Early morning, depart for a guided jeep safari into Pench National Park with expert naturalists. Explore teak forests, open grasslands, and riverine zones known for tiger movement.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure time.
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon jeep safari or nature experience, discovering Pench’s diverse wildlife and bird species.
Evening at leisure followed by dinner at the lodge.

Overnight: Baghvan, Pench
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03: Pench – Kanha National Park

After breakfast, drive through scenic countryside to Kanha National Park.
Arrive at Banjaar Tola, a riverside luxury lodge set along the Banjar River. Check in and enjoy a relaxed lunch.
The afternoon is free to unwind, enjoy nature walks within the lodge grounds, or simply relax overlooking the river.
Dinner is served at the lodge amid tranquil forest surroundings.

Overnight: Banjaar Tola, Kanha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 04: Kanha – Walking Safari & Jeep Safari

Begin the day with a rare guided Walking Safari at Bhamni, an exclusive low-impact experience along the Banjar River. Learn to read animal tracks, observe forest flora, birds, and understand the ecosystem at ground level.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation.
After lunch, head out for an afternoon jeep safari into Kanha’s core zone, famous for barasingha, leopards, and tigers.
Return for dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight: Banjaar Tola, Kanha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 05: Kanha – Bandhavgarh National Park

After breakfast, drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, one of India’s most renowned tiger reserves.
Arrive at Mahua Kothi, a rustic-luxury jungle lodge inspired by traditional forest dwellings.
After lunch, enjoy a relaxed afternoon soaking in the lodge’s natural ambience.
Dinner at the lodge followed by overnight stay.

Overnight: Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 06: Bandhavgarh – Safari & Village Experience

Early morning jeep safari into Bandhavgarh National Park, known for its high density of tigers and dramatic landscapes dominated by Bandhavgarh Fort.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure.
Later, enjoy a guided visit to Ranchha Village, interacting with local communities, exploring mud houses, observing farming practices, and understanding how conservation and rural life coexist.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight: Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 07: Bandhavgarh – Panna National Park

After breakfast, drive to Panna National Park.
Arrive at Pashan Garh, a hilltop luxury lodge offering panoramic views of the surrounding forests.
After lunch, spend the afternoon at leisure—relax, enjoy the views, or take a guided nature walk around the property.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight: Pashan Garh, Panna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 08: Panna – Safari Experience

Early morning, depart for a jeep safari in Panna National Park, known for its scenic landscapes, river ecosystems, and successful tiger reintroduction program.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and leisure time.
Lunch at the lodge followed by a relaxed afternoon enjoying the property’s natural surroundings.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight: Pashan Garh, Panna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 09: Panna – Khajuraho Excursion

After breakfast, proceed on a guided excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Khajuraho Temples.
Explore the intricate sculptures, architectural brilliance, and cultural symbolism of these world-famous temples.
Return to Pashan Garh for lunch and a relaxed afternoon.
Farewell dinner at the lodge.

Overnight: Pashan Garh, Panna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Panna – Khajuraho Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Khajuraho Airport / Railway Station for onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour concludes with cherished moments of wilderness, heritage, and timeless luxury.