{"id":3119,"date":"2019-06-15T17:22:20","date_gmt":"2019-06-15T11:52:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/?p=3119"},"modified":"2025-10-04T17:26:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T11:56:29","slug":"7-things-to-do-in-pench","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/7-things-to-do-in-pench\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Top Things To Do In Pench | Activities In Pench Tiger Reserve"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Pench is where the literary genius, Sir Rudyard Kipling set his timeless classic, The Jungle Book and its wolf child, immortalized as Mowgli.\u00a0 This masterpiece inspired by the true incident of a human child, reared by wolves in the nineteenth century, in Seonee (now Seoni) district, is located in the charming, lush land of Pench, in Madhya Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n

It isn\u2019t a surprise that Sir Kipling was beguiled by the streams and rivulets \u2013 most of them springing from the River Pench, the lofty Satpura range, a landmass covered by the towering teak and dry deciduous forests. Even though he, himself never visited this charming countryside.<\/p>\n\n

Pench is indeed a land of delightful splendour. Myriad flora and fauna inhabit these stunning jungles. Tigers, Indian leopards, sloth bears, several varieties of spotted deer, nilgais, sambhar, chinkara, etc, wild dogs, gaurs and not to forget Kipling\u2019s adoptive family for Mowgli \u2013 the wolves. Pench is an idyllic land for bird watching, boasting over 210 species of birds, including migratory birds.<\/p>\n\n

The thought of going on a forest vacation<\/a> conjures up images of an adrenaline-pumping jeep safari that takes one into the dense forests, to spot wildlife. But it isn\u2019t a surprise that there is more to it than meets the eye. A forest vacation can offer a varied set of activities, keeping one’s thirst for adventure alive. And at the same time endorse one’s quest to go exploring nature at its pristine best.<\/p>\n\n

The Pench Tree Lodge<\/strong><\/a> in the bewitching locales of Sarahari village of Pench offers the enthusiastic traveler a host of activities to engage in.<\/p>\n\n

Here are the top seven things to do in Pench, beyond Safari:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Top things to do in Pench include Runi Jhuni walking trail, Rukhad cycling excursions, Tribal bazaar visit, Night trail, local culinary classes, Night safari in buffer zone of Pench and Photography Hide at Pench Tree Lodge. Besides these one can also opt for Jeep Safari in Pench\u00a0National\u00a0Park.<\/p>\n\n

1. Runi Jhuni Walking Trail:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Experiencing nature on foot is an extraordinary encounter altogether.\u00a0 Runi Jhuni walking trail inside the Pench National Park<\/a>, from Karmajhiri gate, is a 3-4 km nature trail that gives the guests a perfect opportunity to experience nature and wildlife from close quarters. Accompanied by experienced naturalists, this walking trail ensures an intimate understanding of nature and the various flora and fauna.<\/p>\n\n

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Alarm calls, and fresh animal tracks, including tiger pug marks, and scats (droppings) can be spotted in this serene jungle walk. Langurs, deers, wild boars, jungle fowls, a variety of birds, and flora are the attractions of this nature trail.<\/p>\n\n

Charges:<\/strong> Runi Jhuni walking trail costs about INR 3000\/- per person for a group of two pax including all taxes, transportation, and guide charges for guests staying with Pench Tree Lodge.<\/p>\n\n

2. Rukhad Cycling Excursion: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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This cycling excursion from Rukhad sanctuary which is situated in the buffer zone of Pench National reserve is a wonderful expedition of spotting wildlife amidst scenic beauty.<\/p>\n\n

Historically Rukhad was one of the most popular forests for sighting wild animals. Being a part of the famous Kanha-Pench Tiger Corridor, Rukhad, though not a national park, still supports magnificent teak and bamboo forests and a good population of gaurs, tigers, leopards, bears, and associated herbivores. According to the latest census, the tiger population in Rukhad is at twelve.<\/p>\n\n

Rukhad sanctuary is a forty-five-minute, post-breakfast drive from Pench tree lodge The cycling expedition starts at around 8 A.M. and covers a distance of 22 km finishing at Sakata Forest Rest House. During the course of the ride, cyclists stop to sight various birds and animals.<\/p>\n\n

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The ride ends at 12 noon with a piping hot lunch at Sakata Forest Rest House, built-in 1903; reminiscent of English old-world charm.<\/p>\n\n

There is an option of going for a game drive at 3 P.M. in an open jeep safari and returning to the lodge by 6:00 p.m. Or, heading back to the lodge post-lunch. A local English-speaking guide cum naturalist accompanies the ride.<\/p>\n\n

Other pointers:<\/p>\n\n