Arrive at Jabalpur and proceed to Bandhavgarh |
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Arrive at Jabalpur and Proceed to Bandhavgarh(200 kms - 4.5 hours). Bandhavgarh is one of the best wildlife experiences in India and renowned for its Tigers Population. The park offers rich diversity of flora and fauna and renowned for its Migratory Bird watching in Winter (Oct - March).Evening Safari in Bandhavgarh (Tala or Magdhi Range depends on stay selection).
Morning and Evening Safari at Bandhavgarh |
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Morning and Evening Jeep Safari in Bandhavgarh National Park (Tala or Magdhi Range depends on stay selection).
Achankmar |
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Travel to Achankmar (225 kms - 5 hours). Enroute visit Amarkantak temples. Evening safari in Achanakmar.
Departure |
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Morning safari in Achanakmar and depart for Raipur (185 kms - 4 hours).
A short break that combines renowned wildlife destination of Bandhavgarh with Achanakmar, a lesser known wildlife and bird watching destination in Chhattisgarh.
Amarkantak :
Narmada Udgam - Amarkantak Situated at an altitude of 1065 mt. at the meeting point of the Vindhya and the Satpura mountain ranges, Amarkantak is a pilgrim centre for the Hindus, and is the source of the rivers Narmada and Sone. Narmada Udgam is a temple built at the source of the Narmada - the holiest spot in Amarkantak.
Dudh Dhara and Kapildhara Waterfalls - Dhdh Dhara and Kapil dhara waterfalls are two small waterfalls but attractive waterfalls near Amarkantak. Dudh dhara requires 1 km walk.
Maa Ki Bagiya - A garden at 5 kms from Narmada Udgam. Here some medicinal plants are cultivated and are on display alongwith a fruit orchard.
Achanakmar :
Wildlife and Bird watching at Achanakmar - Achanakmar lies on the Amarkantak - Achanakmar Biosphere Reserve Wildlife here comprise Tiger, Bison, Sambar, Barking Deer, Musk Deer etc. The are also has excellent birds in Winter (Oct - March). Jeep Safaris can be organised inside the area.
Bandhavgarh :
Wildlife and Bird Watching in Bandhavgarh - Bandhavgarh is the best park when it comes to probability of having a tiger sighting. Besides the much celebrated and endangered tiger, the park is home to Leopards, Jungle cat, Wolf, Jackal, Indian Fox, Dhole or Indian Wild Dog, Sloth Bear etc. Bandhavgarh is also considered excellent for Bird watching and is home to more than 150 species.
Destination Overview
Jabalpur - Jabalpur is a transit point for accessing wildlife destinations of Kanha (165 km) and Bandhavgarh (210 km).
Raipur - Raipur is capital of Chhattisgarh. In Chhattisgarh, Raipur is the only airport and best placed to access various destinations of Chhattisgarh.
Bandhavgarh - Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the most popular and accessible wildlife getaways in India. Bandhavgarh boasts of the highest tiger sighting probability among all parks
Achanakmar - Achanakmar Wildlife Sactuary near Amarkantak is accessed from Bilaspur and home to Leopard, Gaur, Chital, Wild Bear, Tiger etc
Access:
Prefered Arrival : |
Jabalpur |
Jabalpur |
Prefered Departure : |
Raipur |
Raipur |
Distances:
Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh -188 kms (4 hrs)
Bandhavgarh to Achanakmar -225 kms (6 hrs)
Achanakmar to Raipur -173 kms (4.5 hrs)