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India Bandhavgarh tiger

Bengal Tigers in Bandhavgarh

Bite-sized trip

  • Itinerary:
    Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh National Park - Varanasi
  • Duration:
    3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    from £ 559.- per person (excluding flights)
Spot the famous Bengal tiger on a jeep safari through the Bandhavgarh National Park. Despite being a relatively small park, it has the highest density of tigers in India. This offers you one of the best chances of seeing this majestic animal in the wild. If you're lucky, you might also get spot the elusive leopard, also a resident here. You’ll stay in a comfortable African safari-style cottage which adds to your safari experience.
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Day 1 – Arrival in Bandhavgarh

Today you’ll drive from Khajuraho to Banhavgarh National Park, a 6 hour journey. Set amidst the Vindhyanchal hills is your African style cottage, with a personal veranda from which you can enjoy the spectacular views over the park. In the evening you can relax by the bonfire, and enjoy a BBQ or lavish dinner. It’s full-board basis whilst here, so food is included.

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Day 2 – Morning & Afternoon Safaris

After breakfast this morning you’ll be collected by an experienced naturalist guide for extensive wildlife viewing. You’ll jump into a Gypsy jeep and head off in search of the majestic Bengal tigers. You’ll stop for lunch before heading out again in the afternoon. Asides from tigers there are many resident animals which can be spotted here, including nilgai, jungle cats, wild boar and hyenas.

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Day 3 – Departure from Bandhavgarh

Today it’s time to say goodbye to Banghavgarh and head to your next stop. You’ll be driven to Katni train station where you’ll board the day train to Varanasi. Hopefully, you’ll have spotted some tigers by this point but if you’d like to increase your chances, you can add an additional night here.

Please note: The park is closed during monsoon (1st July to 15th October)

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