• Bandhavgarh National Park, located in Madhya Pradesh in central India, is widely regarded as the best in the country for seeing Tigers. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. The park covering 453 square kilometers is dominated by an ancient hill fort and surrounded by rocky crags, which are home to Long-billed Vultures. The park is divided into five ranges covered by Bamboo, grasslands and Sal forests, at higher elevations Sal forests give way to mixed forest. You explore the park in open topped jeep and by elephant. The extensive stands of Bamboo and grasslands are ideal habitats for Chital and Sambar Deer, the Tiger's favourite prey. Here you have the greatest chance of seeing this elusive animal.

• In addition to the Tigers, there are a wide variety of other animals and birds to be seen. From our jeeps you will see the fascinating Langur monkeys feeding alongside Chital Deer and possibly the more elusive Rhesus Macaque monkey around the edges of the forest. Crisscrossing the forest tracks families of wild Boar will be a common sight. If you are lucky you may see packs of Wild Dogs, which cross from meadow to meadow via the jeep tracks. As dusk approaches the large Sloth Bear, the mysterious Leopard and the shrewd Wolf, all present within the park, may be seen moving through the forest. There is the opportunity to spot many colourful birds, as there are more than 270 bird species recorded in the park including Indian Roller, Kingfishers, Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Brown Fish Owl, Crested Serpent Eagle, Yellow-wattled Lapwing, Alexandrine and Plum-headed Parakeets, Malabar Pied Hornbill, White-bellied and Greater Racket-tailed Drongo and Long-tailed Minivets.

• BAGH SARAI - OUR JUNGLE LODGE WITHIN A JUNGLE

  Located amidst 20 acres of lush Sal forest and jungle situated in close proximity to the quiet Gori Gate entrance of Bandhavgarh National Park. From here you explore the park by elephant and open-topped jeeps accompanied by our naturalist guides. Bagh Sarai is a truly peaceful haven.

  Only 10 Luxury Cottages and 2 Luxury Tents amidst 20 acres of forest.
  Watch & feel the wild through large windows of your private cottage, traditionally designed with a canopy roof.

  All cottages have King size bed, large living space with private bath, shower and separate toilet.

  A true jungle ambience with perfect natural surrounding & wildlife.Only 24 in house guests to ensure space and privacy.

  Dinning number 1- named “SAL GHAR” draws its inspiration from the ‘SAL’ trees, & ‘GHAR’ means House.
  Dinning number 2- named “KANCHI” has a library with cosy fireplace and bar, all in traditional style.

• Two game drives into the National Park each day. You enter the park by the nearby Gori Gate, avoiding the long queue, which are common during peak visiting times at the main Tala Gate.

  You are escorted by local naturalist guides and drivers who know the forest intimately.

  In-between game drives explore forest trails, which lead into thicker jungle and to traditional tribal villages.

  All of our guests may join the cooking classes and learn how to make the famous Indian style chappatis and Dal.

• OUR TEAM: You are in expert and safe hands.

  At Bandhavgarh you will be the guest of Neeraj Pathania and his team. Neeraj is well known for his work with National Geographic and Discovery Channel and his travels with Mark Shand, featuring prominently in Mark's book, River Dog. He was the expedition leader for the "Elephant vision" National Geographic film with Caroline Casey & Kanchi.

  Most of our team has worked together with Neeraj for many years. They are well equipped with fire control training and care for the wildlife, nature and environment.

  
  
  
  
  
  

2. To support the community - we have employed people from the local village.

3. To provide education - all children from the local villages of Parasi and Gadabha will be encouraged to go to school and will be financially supported with their education.

4. By 2009 we aim to provide a dispensary for local people and their domestic animals.

We are dedicated in our work and believe in less talk, more action.