Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Golden Triangle
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Journey Highlights & Overview
Meander through the best national parks for Tigers Safaris in India, Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Park. The forest here is all encapsulating. With its rolling meadows, undulating hills and myriad of streams and waterholes, you have ample chances of encountering wildlife at every corner.
Kanha is a unique jungle of India which gives you the impression of being in a vast African savannah encircled by a lush green forest with Tigers, Sloth Bears and Wild Dogs galore. Bandhavgarh, on the other hand is a park known for its high tiger density. A tiger safari through these iconic parks of Madhya Pradesh, along with the resplendent Golden Triangle of India, encapsulates the complete cultural and wilderness experience one could ask for.
- Kanha: Tigers roam in lush jungles, a haven for wildlife enthusiasts
- Bandhavgarh: Majestic forts overlooks dense forests, home to diverse fauna.
- Golden Triangle: Iconic Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, rich history, culture, architectural marvels.
- Kanha: Thrilling safaris, spotting tigers, leopards, and exotic birdlife.
- Bandhavgarh: Explore ancient caves, witness royal Bengal tigers in natural habitat.
- Golden Triangle: Taj Mahal's splendor, Amber Fort's grandeur, Delhi's vibrant chaos.
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Itinerary for Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Golden Triangle Tour
- Day 1
Arrive in New Delhi (By Flight)
On arrival at the International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative who will transfer you to the hotel. He will explain and handover all the travel related documents, and further assist you in check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in New Delhi.
- Day 2
New Delhi – Raipur – Kanha
Early breakfast, and transfer to the airport in the morning to board a flight at 0640 hrs. Arrive in Raipur at 0820hrs. Meet our local driver at the airport and drive to Kanha National Park (220 km / 4-hour).
On arrival, check into the lodge. Post lunch, Head out for an afternoon jeep safari to the national park. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
- Day 3 & 4
In Kanha National Park
Wake up before the crack of dawn with tea coffee and biscuits. Proceed for the morning jeep tiger safari in Kanha National park.
Kanha’s Sal and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940 sq. km in dramatic natural splendor which form the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve, established in 1974 under Project Tiger. The park is one of the habitats for rare hardground Barasingha (Cervus Duvaceli Branderi).
This is original Kipling country of which Rudyard wrote of so vividly in his Jungle Book. Packed breakfast from the Lodge is served at a designated spot and spread on the bonnet of the Safari vehicle. Enjoy your breakfast in the wilderness of Kanha. Continue your search for the elusive Tiger if you have not yet seen the same already, and soak in the fresh, and energizing environment around you. Return from Safari around 1130hrs. Freshen up, while Lunch is prepared.
Post Lunch, depart for your afternoon jeep safari in Kanha National Park. By a special declaration in 1955, Kanha National Park came into being. Since then, a string of stringent conservation programs has been launched, for the overall protection of the park’s fauna and flora. Kanha boasts close to 38 species of mammals.
Some of the inhabitants of this park are the gaur, the largest of the world’s bovine; the sambar, the largest Indian deer; and the Chausingha, the only four-horned antelope in the world. Other frequent visitors include the Nilgai antelope, the sloth bear, the dhole, or Indian wild dog, and an occasional Leopard. Some 300 species of birds inhabit the park, that includes the storks, egrets, black ibis, raptors, owls, and nightjars.
Depart for your afternoon jeep tiger safari in Kanha National Park. Return at 6pm from tiger safari. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge
- Day 5
Kanha – Bandhavgarh
Morning jeep tiger safari in the national park. Post Lunch, depart for Bandhavgarh. On arrival, check into the Lodge. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.
- Day 6 & 7
In Bandhavgarh National Park
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at the Resort. Morning and afternoon Jeep safari in the national park.
The Bandhavgarh national park is mainly known for its high density of tigers. This is the place where the famous White Tigers of Rewa were first discovered. The other wild attractions in the park include Leopards, Blue Bulls, Indian Gaur (Bison) Chausingha (Four Horned Antelopes), Spotted Deer, Sambar Deer, Wild Boar, Sloth Bears Fox, Jackals, Wild Dogs, etc. There are at least 22 mammal species and about 250 bird species in the Park.
Bandhavgarh has been a center of human activity and settlement for over 2000 years, with references of it in the ancient texts of the Narad-Panch Ratra and the Shiva Purana.
The oldest sign of habitation that can be seen here are caves dug into the sandstone to the north of the fort including several Brahmi inscriptions dating from the 1st century CE. Various dynasties have ruled the fort, for example, the Maghas from the 1st century CE, the Vakatakas from the 3rd century CE. From then onwards, Bandhavgarh was ruled by a succession of dynasties including the Chandela Kings. After independence from the British Raj, Bandhavgarh remained the private property of the Maharaja until he gave it to the state for the formation of the National Park in 1968. As the park was established, poaching and hunting was brought under control and the number of animals rose dramatically. The Tigers in particular prospered and the 1986 extension provided much needed forest to accommodate them.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
- Day 8
Bandhavgarh – Jabalpur – New Delhi
Morning Jeep tiger safari in Bandhavgarh tiger reserve. Post lunch, drive to Jabalpur airport to board a flight to New Delhi. Arrive in New Delhi and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 9
New Delhi – Agra
After relaxed breakfast drive to Agra, (220kms, 4-hour). On arrival, check into hotel. At evening, visit Mehtab Bagh to see Taj Mahal at Sunset. Mehtab Bagh is a Charbagh complex in Agra, North India.
It lies north of the Taj Mahal complex and the Agra Fort on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, in the flood plains. The garden complex, square in shape, measures about 300 sq. m and is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal on the opposite bank.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.
- Day 10
Agra – Jaipur
At sunrise, proceed to visit the famous white marble mausoleum, The Taj Mahal, which was built in the middle of the 17th century by the Moghul emperor Shah Jehan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Completed in 1652, skilled craftsmen from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy and some 20,000 laborers worked extensively for 17 years to build this edifice.
After a relaxed breakfast, proceed to visit the red sandstone AGRA FORT which stands like a crescent on the banks of Yamuna River, enclosed by forbidding 20-meter high walls, with a 12- meter moat between them. Three successive Mughal emperors – Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jehan – helped create this massive structure which contains Indo-Islamic architecture. [The Taj is closed on Friday]. Check out from the hotel.
Later drive to Jaipur. On arrival, check into hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Day 11
In Jaipur, Rajasthan
On this morning, drive 11 km to the outskirts of the city stop at Jal Mahal to visit Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal.
Later, visit the Observatory, the Palace of Winds and the City Palace and Museum. The museum has an interesting textile section, which contains dresses and costumes of the former Maharajas and Maharanis of Jaipur. Jaipur is well known for its beautiful carpets, enameled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts. Spend time in crowded lanes & by lanes of pink city, haggling and souvenir-hunting in the evening. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Jaipur
- Day 12
Jaipur – New Delhi
After a relaxed breakfast, drive back to. Transfer to your hotel near the airport.
- Day 13
New Delhi Fly Back
- Trip Inclusions
- Accommodation in New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur on a room and breakfast basis
- Accommodation in Kanha and Bandhavgarh on room, all meals and safari basis
- Your entrance and guide charges in Kanha and Bandhavgarh
- 08 exclusive jeep safaris in Kanha
- 05 exclusive jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh
- Monument and entrance charges in New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- City tours in New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur with English-speaking guide
- All land transfers in air-conditioned Toyota innova/Crysta
- All currently applicable taxes
- Trip Exclusions
- International and domestic airfare
- Still / video camera fee in the monuments and national parks.
- Expenses of personal nature like Tips, smokes, liquor, laundry and telephone calls.
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I go to India for Wildlife Safari in 2026?
India boasts unparalleled biodiversity across over 100 national parks, featuring iconic species like Bengal tigers, Asiatic lions, one-horned rhinos, elephants, sloth bears, and Indian leopards. In 2026, enhanced conservation, sustainable initiatives, and improved infrastructure make safaris much more accessible, affordable, and eco-friendly. Blend thrilling jeep tours in Kanha, Corbett, Pench, Ranthambore or Kaziranga with cultural tours for an unforgettable adventure. Choose solo, group, or private options, extendable to special interests like snow leopard expeditions, red panda quests, and birding tours.
Why should I take a tiger Safari India tour but not in other country?
There are 7 other countries besides India where the Tigers roam free. But India with a population of 4000+ tigers has about three-fourth of world’s wild tigers roaming in 50 tiger reserves. The sheer number of tigers in India increases the chances of sighting them substantially. Out of the 50 tiger reserves you have excellent chances of sighting tigers in at least 15 of them.
Which are the top 03 national parks for a tiger safari in India?
The top 3 national parks for tiger safari in India are Corbett National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park and Ranthambore National Park. To read a detailed review of the three, please read our blog on the Top 3 National Parks for Tiger Safaris in India. These we mention keeping in mind the consistency of tiger sightings over last 30 years.
Is an open jeep safe for a tiger safari India tour?
Yes, jeeps are safe for a tiger safari in India. The only point of understanding is that the jeep and its occupants must at all times maintain a safe distance from the wildlife around. If you hinder their space or peace, they might not like it and in turn leave the area. Always remember that you are in their territory and it is only basic courtesy to not disturb them. Do not get off your safari vehicle to click photos, do not feed them, and do not ask the driver/guide/naturalist to speed up to chase wildlife around. These are basic rules and any form of disobedience is strictly punishable.
What kind of clothes should I carry on a tiger safari India tour?
The temperature in Indian jungles experiences fluctuations throughout the day. During the scorching summer months of April and May, it can climb to a peak of 45 degrees Celsius, but it cools down to a pleasant 25 degrees Celsius in the evenings. In the winter season, from December to February, the mornings can be quite chilly, with temperatures dropping to as low as 0-5 degrees Celsius, but the days become comfortably warmer, ranging between 15-20 degrees Celsius. If you’re interested in learning more about tiger safaris in India and how these temperature changes can impact your experience, click here to read further.
For detailed blog post on the best time to visit national parks in India for tiger safaris.
What is the difference between a jeep and a canter on a tiger safari India tour?
A jeep is an open roofed car which is the most agile form of tiger safari within an Indian national park. It has the capacity to seat a naturalist (also your driver), a guide (as provided by the forest department) and 06 guests while on safari. A canter on the other hand is an open roofed mini bus which has the seating capacity of a driver, guide and 16-20 guests.
Which all documents are required by an NRI for experiencing tiger safari in India?
You will need 2 documents to have an experience of tiger safari in India and those are your passport and safari permits. Permits can be booked online through goverment websites. While booking your tiger safari permits, NRI’s must have their passports ready as you need to update the same on the website and don’t forget to carry your passport while going for the safari as the park officials check the same at the entry gates.
Its optional but important to carry a local identity proof like drivers licence with you as sometimes it is required to cross check your passport.
What is the average cost of a tiger safari tour in India?
The cost of a Tiger Safari in India varies significantly based on several factors, including the national parks you visit, the duration of your trip, the size of your travel group, your choice of accommodation (whether it’s 3-star or 4-5 star), and whether you opt for exclusive or shared jeep safaris, among other considerations.
How do I book a tiger safari in India?
You can book a tiger safari in India through a reputed wildlife travel company that arranges park permits, expert guides, and accommodations. Here is a quick comparison between the top 5 best tiger safari tour operators in India. Advance booking is highly recommended, especially for popular parks like Bandhavgarh, Corbett, Kanha, Pench & Ranthambhore.
Which company offers the best tiger safari in India?
The best tiger safari in India is often curated by companies with decades of wildlife expertise, in-depth park knowledge, and a network of naturalists. Look for companies offering tailor-made itineraries and consistently high guest ratings. At Nature Safari India we hold 30 years of experience organizing experiential tiger safari tours in the best national parks of India. read our testimonials or TripAdvisor page to know how our guests rate our services.
What is included when I book a tiger safari in India?
When you book a tiger safari in India, the package often includes park entry permits, jeep safaris, guide fees, accommodation, and meals. Some premium operators like Nature Safar India & Tiger Safari India also offer transfers, expert naturalists, and personalized services.
What makes the best tiger safari in India truly special?
The best tiger safari in India combines high tiger density parks, expert trackers, quality accommodations, and well-timed safaris. Personalised attention, responsible tourism, and seamless logistics set top experiences apart from generic ones.
With Nature Safari India, you get a special curated tour for your needs and schedule because we believe that your journey should be designed to cater your needs.
How many safaris should I plan to maximize my chances of seeing the tigers?
No one can predict a confirmed tiger sighting, but with the right combinations of naturalists, Jeep drivers, and park guides, the chances are better. To answer the question of how many safaris you should do to maximize tiger sightings, I can say a minimum of four tiger safaris is required at a national park. It will maximize your chances by giving you more time to explore more areas.
Are children allowed on tiger safaris, and if allowed how old should they be?
The safari hours are long, children of younger age get bored and may create noise, which is not good for safety as well as safari experience for the fellow safari goers, so only children above the age of five are allowed to go on a tiger safari.
Can we get a refund if we cancel a tiger safari in advance?
It depends on how many days before you cancel your safari. If you cancel it one month before, you will get a full refund except for the booking charges.
How fit do I have to be for a tiger safari?
A tiger safari is always conducted in a 4X4 vehicle, and there is no walking involved. If you are a person who can sit comfortably in an open vehicle for long hours, then you are perfect for the tiger safari.
However some national parks gives the experience of walking safaris for which you have to cover 4 – 5 miles (approx.)
Can I stay inside a national park during my tiger safari in India?
Yes, several national parks offer forest rest house and premium stays inside or near the core zones. Staying close enhances your chances of early morning and evening sightings during your tiger safari in India. Examples Corbett, Namdapha National Parks.
