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This wildlife tour covers two spectacular parks of central India Kanha & Pench, both unique & diverse. Pench is primarily a Teak forest also popular for Tiger & Wild Dogs. Pench is the forest which inspired Rudyard Kiplings – The Jungle Book. Kanha is famous for its lush green grasslands and towering Sal forest. Kanha is popular for Tigers, bird watching & is the last home of the only surviving population of Hard Ground Barasingha (Swamp Deer).
Kanha Earth Lodge is spread in a forested area of 16 acres adjoining the buffer zone of Kanha in a small tribal hamlet. The lodge architecture has been inspired by the Gond tribal villages situated on the fringes of Kanha. The lodge has been built with high standards towards eco sensitivity, local village cooperation and a great wilderness experience. As a conscious decision the lodge is situated remotely, away from the tourism hub, yet close enough for an easy access to the park.
Kanha Tiger Reserve's spectacular Sal and Bamboo forest, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 1945 sq. km. in the heart of central highlands. This is the original Kipling country so fondly written about in the Jungle Book. The park is the only home to the rare Hard Ground Barasingha found in its large grasslands. Its greatest achievement has been the preservation of Hard Ground Swamp Deer or Barasingha from near extinction. They numbered just 66 in 1970 and today, they number more than 600-700 and are the only surviving population of Barasingha in the wild. Kanha is also home to Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Deer, Ungulates, Lesser Cats and close to 300 bird species.
Pench Tree Lodge is a boutique experience, set in one of the least explored areas of the Pench National Park. Located in the picturesque village of Sarahiri, the lodge offers its guests proximity to the Karmajhiri gate, and closer home, access to 16 hectares of private forested land to explore and observe the occasional wildlife at close quarters. While at the lodge, the tastefully done up accommodation offers a serene slice of wildlife heaven, surrounded by undisturbed rolling acres of jungle shrub and trees. The six cottages and six treehouses perched on top of Mahua trees are private cocoons and yet, are at an easy distance from the dining and recreational spaces.
Pench National Park established in 1975 harbors one of the highest densities of prey animals, chased by an estimated 65 Tigers. The landscapes of scrublands, deciduous forest of Teaks and many lakes, streams and Pench River can be instantly associated with the incidents and wild mentions of the animal life in the jungle book of Sir Rudyard Kipling. Pench is popular for Tiger, Wild Dog, Indian Gaur, Jackal & Leopard besides many other mammals & birds.
Day 01: Kanha National Park Reach Kanha Earth Lodge by lunch, evening at leisure followed by dinner.
Day 02: Kanha National Park Morning and evening jeep safaris in the Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Day 03: Kanha National Park Morning and evening jeep safaris in Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Day 04: Kanha – Pench National Park Post Breakfast transfer to Pench National Park (4 hours), lunch on arrival at Pench Tree Lodge. Evening spend time at the in-house organic vegetable & herb garden.
Day 05: Pench National Park Morning and evening jeep safaris in Pench Tiger Reserve.
Day 06: Pench National Park Morning and evening jeep safaris in Pench Tiger Reserve.
Day 07: Pench National Park Post breakfast transfer for further connections.
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Above tour rate is valid till 30th June 2023.
Book 130 days in advance and get 10 % off on total tour cost (against full payment).
Get 20 % off for travel between 6th to 21st January and between 1st May to 30th June (against full payment).
New year night supplement (31st Dec) USD 50 per person.
For foreign nationals, please email on salesdesk@pugdundeesafaris.com or call on +91-9540537711
For Indian nationals, please email on sales@pugdundeesafaris.com or call on +91-8800637711, +91 124-2570404, 2571404
Twin sharing accommodation at the lodge as per program.
All meals starting from lunch on arrival till breakfast on departure and tea/coffee service.
4 shared safaris each in Kanha and Pench national parks including entry fee, jeep and guide charges.
Road transfers between the lodges (Kanha-Pench) by air-conditioned Toyota Innova or similar
All applicable taxes.
Camera fee - as on date, still & video cameras are free in Kanha and Pench.
Any airfare or rail tickets.
Transfers from airport / station to the lodge and back.
Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered.
Insurance, laundry and phone calls.
Bottled water (we provide filtered water), soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Tips and gratuities.
Anything that is not included in the above inclusion list.
Above rates are valid till 30th June 2023.
Rates may differ during Christmas, New Years and long weekends; please contact reservations team for details.
50% advance payment at the time of booking and balance 30 days before arrival date.
No adjustments or refunds in case of not availing any facility from the package.
In keeping with our heightened security procedures, we request all guests to carry a photo-identity to present at check-in. Foreign nationals are required to present their Passport and valid visa. Indian nationals can present any one of the following: Passport, Driving License, Voter ID card or PAN card. This should be the same as submitted at the time of safari bookings.
Guests who have paid by online credit card will have to also sign a further authorization at the lodge on arrival and present the original card.
Our standard check-in time is 1330 hrs and check out time is 1100 hrs local time.
Subject to availability of rooms, we can offer you an early check-in and late checkout facility. For us to guarantee you an early check-in or late check out, you will need to reserve the room from the previous night.
Kanha and Pench national parks remain closed every Wednesday for afternoon safari & for full day on Diwali & Holi.
The forest department may close the park on short notice due to rain.
1 child below 5 years complimentary, others will be charged 25% of double's cost.
Children between 5-12 years 25% of the cost of double package in the same rooms.
Above 12 years at 40% the cost of the double package, if minimum 65% extra child supplement has been paid, an automatic upgrade to 2 rooms will be provided, subject to availability.
7 days and less - 100% cancellation.
8 days to 21 days - 60% cancellation.
21 days to 35 days - 30% cancellation.
35 days and above - 20% cancellation.
Amendment in dates within 35 days from arrival is treated as a cancellation.
Cancellation amount is calculated as per total booking amount and not as per advance deposited.
Christmas / New Year and long weekend bookings are non-refundable.