WILD TRAILS & TEMPLE TAILS
Explore the untamed beauty of Madhya Pradesh with this carefully crafted journey that combines thrilling tiger safaris in two of India’s top national parks – Bandhavgarh and Kanha – with the spiritual and architectural wonder of Khajuraho’s UNESCO-listed temples. Stay at world-class jungle lodges and heritage hotels as you journey deep into the heart of India’s wilderness and soul.
Day 1: Arrival in Jabalpur – Drive to Bandhavgarh
Meals: Dinner
Arrive at Jabalpur Airport and meet your private chauffeur. Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (approx. 4.5 hrs). Check-in at your luxury jungle retreat: Taj Mahua Kothi or Tree House Hideaway. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay: Taj Mahua Kothi / Tree House Hideaway
Day 2: Bandhavgarh – Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy thrilling jeep safaris in the Tala zone, the park’s most picturesque and tiger-rich area. Explore Bandhavgarh’s forested landscapes, ancient caves, and fort ruins.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Night safari in buffer zone or tribal village visit.
Overnight stay: Taj Mahua Kothi / Tree House Hideaway
Day 3: Bandhavgarh – Into the Wild
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head out for another set of morning and afternoon safaris with an expert naturalist. Watch for tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and a variety of birds.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Sunset walk to Bandhavgarh Fort (subject to park permission).
Overnight stay: Taj Mahua Kothi / Tree House Hideaway
Day 4: Bandhavgarh – Day at Leisure or Optional Safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed day at the lodge with the option to take a third-day safari or indulge in spa and wellness activities.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Photography session with in-house wildlife expert.
Overnight stay: Taj Mahua Kothi / Tree House Hideaway
Day 5: Bandhavgarh – Drive to Kanha National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Kanha National Park (approx. 6.5 hrs), India’s largest and one of the most well-managed reserves. Check-in at your luxury safari lodge: Banjaar Tola – A Taj Safari or Flame of the Forest Lodge. Evening at leisure by the Banjar River.
Overnight stay: Banjaar Tola / Flame of the Forest
Day 6: Kanha – Morning & Evening Safaris
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experience the wild beauty of Kanha Tiger Reserve, inspiration for Kipling’s Jungle Book. Morning and evening jeep safaris with expert trackers.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Guided nature trail or visit to local Baiga community.
Overnight stay: Banjaar Tola / Flame of the Forest
Day 7: Kanha – Safari & Nature Immersion
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head out for another exciting day of wildlife safaris in the Kisli or Mukki zones. Spot swamp deer, wild dogs, gaurs, and big cats.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Tribal dance evening or conservation talk with naturalist.
Overnight stay: Banjaar Tola / Flame of the Forest
Day 8: Kanha – Leisure & Wilderness Relaxation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a restful day at the lodge or choose a half-day safari. Soak in the serenity, read by the river, or indulge in a jungle spa experience.
Overnight stay: Banjaar Tola / Flame of the Forest
Day 9: Kanha – Drive to Khajuraho via Raipur (or Satna)
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Khajuraho (approx. 8 hrs) via Satna or Raipur with lunch en route. Check-in at your luxury hotel: The LaLiT Temple View or Radisson Jass Khajuraho.
Evening at leisure to enjoy the peaceful temple town.
Overnight stay: The LaLiT Temple View / Radisson Jass
Day 10: Khajuraho – Temple Architecture & Light Show
Meals: Breakfast
Guided tour of the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, famed for their exquisite Nagara-style sculptures and UNESCO World Heritage status. Visit both Western and Eastern groups of temples.
Optional Activity (Direct Payment): Sound & light show at the Western Temples or classical dance performance.
Overnight stay: The LaLiT Temple View / Radisson Jass
Day 11: Khajuraho – Departure
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, private transfer to Khajuraho Airport or drive to Jhansi / Satna for onward train/flight connections.
TOUR ENDS
Exclusive Inclusions:
Stay at premium jungle lodges and heritage hotels
Daily meals as indicated (all meals during jungle stays)
Morning & afternoon private/shared jeep safaris with park permits
Private AC vehicle with chauffeur throughout
Expert naturalists during safaris
Monument entry tickets in Khajuraho
All internal transfers and airport/train station pickups
24×7 assistance and concierge support
100% Customizable:
This “Wild Trails & Temple Tales” luxury tour can be tailored to suit your travel dates, budget, and interest – from more safaris to heritage walks, photography tours, or yoga retreats in nature. Let us personalize your perfect Madhya Pradesh adventure.