Experience the raw wilderness and unrivaled wildlife experiences on a Tiger Safari Central India created for discerning vacationers. Central India is home to several of the most renowned tiger gets in the world, offering the highest possibilities of spotting the stunning Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural environment. With Odin Tours, this trip blends high-end, conservation, and genuine forest exploration into one unforgettable experience.
Central India’s dense sal forests, open fields, and tranquil water bodies create the perfect community for tigers and a large range of wildlife. Our carefully curated safari experience takes you deep into distinguished national forests such as Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench, and Tadoba– regions understood for their healthy and balanced tiger populations and rich biodiversity. A Tiger Safari Central India with Odin Tours is not just about sightings; it’s about recognizing the rhythm of the woodland and the stories it holds.
Why Choose Central India for a Tiger Safari?
Tiger Safaris in India is not just about experiencing wildlife, it is about thrill of tracking Tigers in natural habitat, listening sound of Jungles, experiencing the silence of nature. Central India is hub of renowned wildlife parks like Satpura, Panna, Bandhavgarh, Pench and Tadoba National Parks which supports one of the highest Tiger Populations in country.
Best National Parks for Tiger Sightings
Central India has highest density of Tiger population in country. Bandhavgarh National Park having known for frequent Tiger sightings compared to other parks, Kanha National Park, the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, offers stunning scenery and excellent tiger-tracking opportunities, Pench National Park known for its beautiful Teak Forest and frequent encounter of Tiger in core tourism zone.
Best Time for a Tiger Safari in Central India.
Ideal Time for Tiger Sarari is between October to June. Oct to February is very pleasant in weather wise and lush green landscape makes comfortable for spotting wild animals.
Wildlife Beyond Tigers
Apart from Tiger Central India offers sighting of leopard, sloth Bear, sambars deers, Wild dogs, Chital deers and 250 plus Bird species.
FAQs
1. Which Park is best for tiger sightings in Central India?
Bandhavgarh National Park is regarded as best for frequent Tiger sightings.
2. How many days are recommended for a tiger safari?
A 7-10 Days is considered good for wildlife safaris covering major National parks.
3. What is the best month to see tigers?
March To June months provides the best chance for Tiger sighting due to increased animal activities around water body.
4. Can I see other wildlife besides tigers?
Yes, apart from Tiger there is high chance of viewing sloth bear, Leopard, Spotted Deer, Wild Dog, Sambar deer and 250 varieties of Bird species.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Delhi
On arrival in Delhi airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Stay overnight at The Grand Hotel or similar. Time permitting, a sightseeing tour of Delhi can be arranged.
Day 2: Delhi – Jabalpur – Bandhavgarh
This morning, you will fly to Jabalpur before being transferred to Bandhavgarh National Park for a three-night stay. Situated in the Vindhya Hills, Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest density of tigers of all India’s national parks. The mix of tropical forest is home to several species of mammals including nilgai, blackbucks, spotted deer, sambar, wild oxen, sloth bear, barking deer, leopard and, of course, tigers. The rich and varied birdlife includes over 250 species such as golden orioles, parakeets, hornbills and partridges as well as numerous varieties of butterflies plus some reptiles and snakes.
Days: 3 & 4 Bandhavgarh
Over the next two days enjoy four game drives. These will be early in the morning and then again in the early evening when temperatures are at their coolest and the animals are most active.
Day 5 Bandhavgarh – Kanha
After a morning game drive, drive to Kanha National Park, which was one of the first parks to become part of Project Tiger. Here you will stay for three nights.
Spread over an impressive 940 sq km of lush green meadows and thick sal forests, Kanha National Park nurtures a variety of wild animals including deer, blackbuck, langur, bison, gaur, sloth bears, striped hyena, panthers, leopards and tigers. It is the only park in India where you can see swamp deer (Barasingha).
Days: 6 & 7 Kanha
You will enjoy two full days of jungle activity including morning and afternoon jeep safaris.
There are a host of other activities to experience including visits to vibrant tribal markets or you can take part in bird watching and nature treks or cycling expeditions.
Day 8: Kanha – Pench
After a morning game drive you will travel to Pench National Park for a three night stay. Situated to the south of the Satpura Hills, the park is named after the Pench River that flows through this area. Pench is predominantly tropical moist deciduous forest and although a relatively small park, it is home to around 40 species of mammals including tigers and has a rich birdlife. Pench National Park was the setting of Rudyard Kipling’s famous novel – The Jungle Book.
Days: 9 & 10 Pench
Enjoy two full days of jungle activity including morning and afternoon jeep safaris. In between safaris there is time to relax beside the pool or visit a local market to pick up some souvenirs or take a nature trek.
Day 11: Pench – Nagpur – Delhi
This morning you will drive to Nagpur airport for a short flight to Delhi where you will be met and transferred to The Grand Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 12: Depart Delhi
Your wildlife adventure in Central India comes to end today. You will be transferred to the airport to board your flight home.
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Suggested extensions:
Satpura National Park (3 days):
On day 11, drive from Pench to Satpura and stay for 3 nights. Enjoy two full days of jungle activities including jeep safaris, boat rides and jungle walks. Drive to Bhopal airport on day 14 for a short flight to Delhi and stay overnight. Fly back home on day 15.
Tadoba National Park (3 days):
On day 11, drive from Pench to Tadoba and stay for 3 nights. Enjoy two full days of jungle activities including four jeep safaris. Drive to Nagpur airport on day 14 for a short flight to Delhi and stay overnight. Fly back home on day 15.
Taj Mahal (1 day)
On day 11, arrive Delhi from Nagpur and stay for two nights. Enjoy a day trip to Agra on day 12 to see Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Fly back home on day 13.
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