Extension For Satpura Tour in India
03 Nights / 04 Days
Trip Highlights & Overview
Extension For Satpura Tour in India
There is something remarkably alluring as one sets foot in the wilderness of the Satpura Tiger Reserve. It is therefore no surprise that in the mid-1800s Captain James Forsyth, an officer in the Bengal Lancers, shared similar sentiments in his book titled ‘The Highlands of Central India’ as he navigated this magnificently biodiverse region on horseback. Spanning over undulating montane mixed deciduous forests, with countless intertwining streams.
Satpura Natinal Park is the largest Tiger reserve of Madhya Pradesh, covering a staggering area of 2100 sq km. It is this geographical culmination that makes it one of the best regions in Central India that harbours a rich avian diversity along with an array of wildlife such as Leopards, Sloth Bears, Wild Dogs, Indian Giant Squirrels and Tigers.
A tiger safari in Satpura Tiger Reserve will definitely satiate the inquisitive widlifer in you.
➤ Witness a jaw dropping landscape as you undertake a tiger safari on this undulating track, offering enchanting views of streams, watering holes and gorges.
➤ Set out on the river Denwa and witness marsh crocodiles and host of waders, ducks, geese as you navigate the waters via Canoe or Boat.
➤ Dive in to a birding paradise on this tiger safari tour with chances of seeing over 300 species of avifauna which include the Malabar Hornbill and the Indian Skimmer.
➤ Observe nocturnal animals such as the Indian Leopard, civets, owls, nightjars and the rusty spotted cat on a Night Safari.
- Outline Itinerary
- Day 01 : New Delhi – Bhopal – Satpura (Flight + 220 kms/5 hrs drive)
- Day 02 – 03 : At Satpura National Park
- Day 04 : Satpura – Bhopal – New Delhi (220 kms/5 hrs drive + Flight)
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Detailed Itinerary
Extension For Satpura Tour in India
Day 1 : New Delhi – Bhopal – Satpura (Flight + 220 kms/5 hrs drive)
Early morning after breakfast, transfer to the New Delhi airport to board your flight to Bhopal. On arrival, meet our driver and transfer to Satpura (220 Kms, 5 hrs drive). On arrival check into lodge. After lunch, depart for your afternoon jeep safari in national park. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Accommodation: Forsyth Lodge or similar
Day 2 : At Satpura National Park
Satpura is a mixed deciduous forest which implies that there’s plenty of seasonal fruit for most of it’s the four-legged dwellers, but the one that seems to benefit from it the most is none other than the Sloth Bear.
These termites seeking fuzzy fur balls along with Leopards and Wild dogs are the highlight of this park and your chances of seeing them here are considerably high. Satpura also boasts more activities than any other park. In fact, it is one of the few parks in the country that allows walking safaris in the core forest. Along with that, one can see crocodiles and the avi-fauna of the Denwa river via motor boats/canoes and also experience the nocturnal life through a night patrolling drive in the buffer forest, encapsulating the complete wilderness experience.
Start your day with a Morning drive and watch the landscape unfurl. You’ll pass through many streams and watering holes as you cover undulating trails to track your most beloved animals.
Once you’re back at the lodge, you’ll have a considerable amount of time before you head out for your next activity which is the Night Patrolling Drive. Here you will get the opportunity to see nightjars, owls, civets, leopards and possibly even the world’s smallest called the Rusty Spotted Cat.
After the drive, it’s back to the lodge to unwind with a hot meal to satiate the soul.
Accommodation: Forsyth Lodge or similar
Day 3 : At Satpura
Morning go for a walking safari into the core zone of national park. Afternoon Jeep tiger safari inside the park. All meals and overnight at the lodge.
With an early wake up call, head to the park. A Morning safari through the the forest trails following the pugmarks, there’s a sense of timelessness. From the jungle floor dappled in morning light, the waking calls of extraordinary birds, to watching the Indian giant squirrels high up in the canopy, jumping from branch to branch are some of the remarkable sights that will brighten your day. And who knows, you might even see a Leopard!
After your morning excursion, head back to the lodge for some rest. Post lunch, head out for evening drive to seek more thrill and adventure, Satpura has plenty in store for you.
Return to the Lodge at sunset for drinks and dinner and take the rest of the evening at leisure.
Pro Tip: Ask your guide to show you to the favoured spots of Owls and Indian Giant Squirrels.
Accommodation: Forsyth Lodge or similar
Day 4 : Satpura – Bhopal – New Delhi (220 kms/5 hrs drive + Flight)
Trip Inclusions
- Accommodation Satpura on room, all meals and safari basis.
- Your entrance and guide charges in Satpura.
- 03 Exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Satpura.
- 01 Exclusive night safari will be provided in Satpura.
- 01 Exclusive Canoe or boat safari will be provided in Satpura.
- 01 Walking safari into the core zone will be provided in Satpura.
- Assistance at airport and hotels.
- All land transfers in air-conditioned Toyota Innova car.
- All currently applicable taxes.
Trip Exclusions
- Still / video camera fee in monuments.
- Expenses of personal nature like Tips, Mineral water, soft drink, smokes, liquor, laundry and telephone calls.
- International airfare and domestic.
- Travel insurance.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
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Extension For Satpura Tour in India
