Spotting Tigers through Central India

Curated By

Gunjan Sharma

India
Madhya Pradesh
Adventure Travel
Boutique Travel
International Travel
Nature Escapes
Safari
National Parks
Tigers
Wildlife

Tiger laying in grassy plain on a sunny day.

Curator’s statement

Tigers are one of the most magnificent of the Big Cats, and the only real place to catch them in the wild is India. A tiger safari over a week across multiple national parks exploring the wildlife and gorgeous jungles is a memorable bucket list life experience. These parks and lodges can be done over multiple nights or individually as a weekend and fantastic addition to a trip to any part in India.

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Where to stay

Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park

Each of the 12 stone cottages at this luxury safari resort overlooks 200 acres of stunning private wilderness.

Mahua Kothi, A Taj Safari - Bandhavgarh National Park

A luxurious jungle safari resort amid a private forest, complete with farm-to-table dining, organic gardens and fabulous spa treatments.

Banjaar Tola, A Taj Safari - Kanha National Park

An exclusive, intimate safari camp featuring 18 luxe tents on the banks of the Banjaar River, each with its own private pool.

TUTC The Untamed Bandhavgarh

An intimate and stylish tented safari camp in India's lush Bandhavgarh Forest, rich with diverse wildlife.

Baghvan, Taj Safari - Pench National Park

This luxe tented camp sits on the edge of Pench National Park, home to endangered species, vast grasslands and watering holes.

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Things to do

Tiger mom laying with her cubs in dirt trail of safari at Bandhavgarh National Park.

Morning and Afternoon drives are the highlights and central attraction of the safaris. Enjoy seeing these magnificent wildcats interacting in their own natural habitats.

Depending on the schedule of the resort and national park, additional nature trails & village culture experiences can also be added.

A note from Gunjan

A tiger safari can be added to any trip to India.

Places to eat & drink

Tandoori chicken and naan with sauces on restaurant table.

All meals are best enjoyed at the restaurant in the lodges as most are all-inclusive packages.

A great experience is also morning breakfast in the wild.

A note from Gunjan

Restaurants at the lodges often don't have restaurant names and are always for in-house guests only.

Day trips

Golden Khajuraho temples in India during sunrise.

A wonderful addition to the safari in Panna National Park is a trip to the UNESCO heritage Khajuraho temples with beautiful carvings and stories of kamasutra and history.

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