Trails of the Tigers
Journey Highlights
Walk through the vibrant lanes of Chandni Chowk Bazaar in Old Delhi
Embark on thrilling jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park in search of Bengal tigers and other wildlife.
Explore the sal forests and open meadows of Kanha National Park, looking out for tigers, barasingha and other wildlife.
Enjoy exciting jeep safaris through Pench National Park, the forest that inspired The Jungle Book, in search of tigers, leopards, wild dogs and diverse birdlife.
Itinerary
DAY 01
Arrive Delhi
On arrival in Delhi, you’ll be met by your Indus Bound Representative and transferred to your hotel, where you’ll be staying for two nights. Spend the remainder of the day recovering from your journey, and perhaps a stroll around the local neighborhood later.
DAY 02
In Delhi
Explore the contrasts of Delhi, beginning in Old Delhi with a cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk and a visit to Jama Masjid. Continue to New Delhi to see Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar and Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple, where you can experience the community kitchen.
DAY 03
Fly to Jabalpur & Drive to Bandhavgarh
Fly to Jabalpur today and drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (3–4 hours). Nestled in the Vindhya mountain range, this picturesque reserve is characterised by dense sal and mixed forests, open grasslands and numerous streams that wind through the park.
DAY 04 - 05
In Bandhavgarh
Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safaris on both days in Bandhavgarh National Park, renowned for its Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, deer, gaur, nilgai and rich birdlife.
DAY 06
Drive to Kanha
Leave Bandhavgarh and drive to Kanha National Park (5–6 hours), the enchanting landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. Explore its picturesque bamboo groves, dense forests and open meadows, home to diverse wildlife and birdlife.
DAY 07 - 08
In Kanha
Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safaris on both days in Kanha National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife, including Bengal tigers, leopards, gaur, jackals, wild boar, sambar and the rare barasingha (swamp deer). The park is also home to an impressive variety of birdlife, with more than 230 species recorded.
DAY 09
Drive to Pench
Drive to Pench National Park (4–5 hours) and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Set against the undulating foothills of the Satpura Range, Pench is characterised by beautiful teak forests, meandering rivers and open grasslands, creating a picturesque habitat rich in wildlife.
DAY 10 - 11
In Pench
Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safaris on both days in Pench National Park, home to tigers, leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, gaur, sambar, chital and nilgai, along with more than 250 species of birds.
DAY 12
Drive to Nagpur & Fly to Delhi
After breakfast, drive to Nagpur Airport (2–3 hours) for your flight to Delhi. On arrival, spend the rest of the day at leisure, with time for any last-minute visits or shopping.
DAY 13
Departure
At the appropriate time, transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight back home, or continue your onward journey with us.
Enquiry
Starting from USD 1490 Per Person*
* lean season and based on comfortable hotels
Price is based on double occupancy and is subject to change depending on the hotels selected and travel dates.
Your tour includes daily breakfast, all monument entrance fees, expert local guides, domestic flights, Jeep safaris, airport transfers, a private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned SUV, and all applicable taxes.
“The tiger is the soul of India's wilderness—elusive, powerful and majestic. Few experiences compare to the thrill of encountering this magnificent animal in its natural habitat, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild.”
Hotel Ideas
These are some of the recommended hotels for your private tour
The Imperial
New Delhi
OPULENT, HERITAGE
The Claridges
New Delhi
FIRST CLASS, HERITAGE
Colonels Retreat
New Delhi
BASIC, B&B
Taj Mahua Kothi
Bandhavgarh
OPULENT
Samode Safari Lodge
Bandhavgarh
FIRST CLASS
Kings Lodge
Bandhavgarh
MID RANGE
Taj Banjaar Tola
Kanha
OPULENT
The Shergarh
Kanha
MID RANGE
Taj Baghvan
Pench
OPULENT
The Oberoi
New Delhi
OPULENT
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