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Bandhavgarh National Park
Bandhavgarh is located amongst the Vindya Hills of Madhya Pradesh and consists of a relatively small core area of 105 sq km, with a buffer area of approximately 400 sq km.
The setting of Bandhavgarh is impressive – the ruins of the ancient fort, the archaeological remains of the Kachin period and the numerous prehistoric caves around the park provide a stunning backdrop.
Bandhavgarh has a high density of tigers. There are approximately 90 tigers, 25 leopards, chital, sambar, langur monkeys, jackals and a number of bird species.
Why Choose Bandhavgarh National Park
Like other parks, Bandhavgarh has been divided into zones. Sightings are generally quite good in all zones but the Tala Zone is considered the premium zone because of its tiger population and also attractions, such as the Bandhavgarh Fort and Vishnu Temple. However, due to its good tiger population and relatively small size, visitors to Bandhavgarh have experienced issues with online bookings, signage and poor guiding practices, as well as some conservation issues and lots of jeeps.
Bandhavgarh is accessed from Delhi by a short flight to Khajuraho followed by a six-hour drive. There are overnight train options but we wouldn’t recommend these. Combines well with visits to Panna and Kanha.
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Tree House Hideaway
Tree House Hideaway has five uniquely constructed tree-house rooms, hidden among the tree-tops along the border of Bandhavgarh National Park. They are beautifully designed with en-suite bathrooms and private balconies overlooking the parkland.
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Samode Safari Lodge
Samode Safari Lodge has upped the ante on luxurious wildlife lodges in India. This elegant lodge in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve offers excellent service, delicious cuisine and superb guiding.
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Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura
With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for tigers.
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Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura
With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for…
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