India Wildlife Resorts

Bandhavgarh National Park

Total Coverage Area: 437 sq. kms / 44,884 hectares/ 168 sq. miles

Established: 1968 as a National Park.

Extended In: Extended in 1986.

Became A Tiger Reserve: In 1993.

About Bandhavgarh National Park

Bandhavgarh National Park is located in Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. Bandhavgarh was declared as a national park in 1968 when the Maharaja of Rewa handed over the area to the government for it's formation. Bandhavgarh National Park consists of a core area of 105 sq km and a buffer area of approximately 400 sq km and its topography varies between steep ridges, undulating, forest and open meadows. Bandhavgarh National Park is also known for the white tiger country and has the highest tiger population density all over India.

Topography of Bandhavgarh National Park:

Much of the park is covered in Sal forest, replaced by mixed forests in the higher elevations of the hills. It is only in the slightly higher reaches that it changes to a more mixed vegetation of sali, saj, saja, dhobin etc. In the northern region of the park, there are vast stretches of grasslands and bamboo forests. A lot of this is what appears to be young bamboo, which can be seen from it's green and slim appearance. This northern region also consists of a series of rocky ridges with deep crevices cut by perennial streams. In the south, the extensions, which were included into the park in 1986, consist of low hills covered with forest but interspersed with grasslands that were formerly agricultural land. The central portion of the park, which consists of the original 106 square kilometers and the fort, is still the main sighting area. This area consists of 32 hills and also some marshy stretches divided by large grasslands and a few water bodies.

Wildlife Safari in the Bandhavgarh National Park:

Visitors to Bandhavgarh are allowed into the park twice each day for 3-hour Jeep safaris, once at dawn, and again in late afternoon. These are times when animal activity is most visible. The commonly used safari vehicles are open 4WD Gypsys, which provide the exhilaration of being one with the forests & wildlife. Driving slowly on the dirt tracks is the best way of getting around and observing the animals without alarming them. Coming across one, two and possibly more tigers on these drives, is an unforgettable moment - already enjoyed by so many satiated visitors from all over the world.

Bandhavgarh National Park (Visiting Season):

Visitors can visit the park during the time period of Mid October to mid June, still the best period to come is January-April. Park is open from 1st of October to 30th June only. After that it is closed.

Hotels & Resorts in Bandhavgarh National Park

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Tiger Den Resort
	The Tiger's Den resort is located in village Tala, 400 yards from Bandhavgarh National Park. The resort is at a distance of 240-kms from Khajuraho and 35-kms from Umaria.

Nature Heritage Resort
	The Natural Heritage Resort is nestled among the hills of Madhya Pradesh, near the Bandhavgarh National Park. The Resort has luxury cottages with attached baths and a set in the midst of 3 acres of mature forest.

Tiger Trails Safari Lodge
	The Tiger Trails resort is located in village Bijaria that adjoins Bandhavgarh National Park and is at a distance of 240-kms from Khajuraho and 35-kms from Umaria.

Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge
	Located within walking distance of Bandhavgarh National Park's main gate, the lodge had been developed on the theme of an Indian village, with twelve thatched twin-bedded cottages around an innercourtyard.

Maharaja Royal Retreat
	Maharaja Royal Retreat Bandhavgarh is owned by the Maharaja of Rewa used to be the hunting lodge of royal family. Maharaja's Royal Retreat is a throwback to the royal past with guests.

Mogli Jungle Resort
	Mogli Jungle Resort is located at tala village, 02 km from Bandhavgarh National Park Resorts is lies on 16 acre of lush green forest adjoining perennial river charanganga.

Junglemantra Resort
	An exclusive luxury wildlife resort Junglemantra undoubtedly has the best location in Bandhavgarh for wildlife lovers, birdwatchers and naturalists. Situated in the valley between the core forest and buffer zones of the National Park,

Kings Lodge
	Kings lodge is spread in a sprawling estate of 12 acres in Rancha village (8-10 minutes from the park gate) and is surrounded by Sal forested hills on all sides.

Mahua Kothi
	Nestled in the vicinity of the breathtaking Bandhavgarh National Park is the first of the Taj Safaris Lodges. The name Mahua Kothi draws inspiration from one of India's most beautiful trees, the Madhuca Indica.

Wild Haven Resort
	Wild Haven Resort is located about a kilometer away from the main entrance gate of Bandhavgarh tiger reserve. It has convenient access from the road on which the township of Tala is situated.

Tree House Hideaway Resort
	The 5 exclusive Tree houses are spread in a dense jungle of 21 acres merging into the jungles of finest tiger reserves of the world. It is not uncommon to spot animals from the privacy of ones balconies which overlook the tiger reserve and the Bandhavgarh Fort.

Baghsarai Resort
	Bagh Sarai are proud to announce that we are going to be blessed by our loveable and famous elephant "Kanchi" featured in the National Geographic film "Elephant Vision" .

Anantvan Resort
	Anant Van fulfils a cherished dream. The latest avatar of Churhat Kothi, it’s a wildlife camp with a difference: a small farm at the edge of Bandhavgarh where we have begun a reforestation program, to sustain the delicate ecological balance of our park.

Mapple Bundela Tiger Retreat Bandhavgarh
	" The resort offers 21 rooms which includes 10 independent cottages with a private machan, 01 tent and 10 deluxe rooms with all modern amenities".

Bandhav Vilas Resort
	Nestled among the picturesque Vindhya Hills and surrounded by the natural beauty of the wild Banda Garh Tiger Reserve. Bandhav Vilas is a five star luxury jungle resort situated on the border of the reserve.

Bandhavgarh National Park Travel Information

Climate:

The mean annual rainfall is 1,173 mm coming mostly in the rainy season (middle June to September). The temperature ranges from a maximum of 42 C (42 degree Celcious) in May and June to around 4 C (4 degree Celcious) in winter, Casual Summer clothing of natural colors is best from March to May. Sunglasses and sunhats are preferable. From November to February carry warm clothing for chilly mornings and misty evenings. The ideal season for tiger spotting is from November to June.

The park is closed form July 1 to September 30.

Clothing:

you should carry with you to Bandhavgarh are totally opposite depending on the season in which you are visiting it. The summers are blisteringly hot and don't expect any let up while you are there. You should expect unrelenting heat day after day if you are there between the months of April and June. With temperatures soaring between 35 and 47 degrees centigrade most of the day, even the lightest of T-shirts feel like warm jackets. Take along your lightest clothes in the summers with the definite inclusion of a cap and dark glasses. In the winter months, especially November to beginning February, the weather is just the opposite.

Bandhavgarh National Park connect with Major Cities:

Umaria: 35 km/ 45 min
Khajuraho: 270 km/ 6 hrs.
Jabalpur: 190 km/ 4 hrs.
Satna: 120 km
Delhi: 978 km
Gwalior: 565 km
Katni: 102 km

How to Reach Bandhavgarh:

By Air: Fly from Delhi, Agra or Varanasi to Khajuraho and drive (7-8 hours) to Tala park entrance at Bandhavgarh. Nearest airport from the park is Khajuraho.

By Rail: Nearest railway station is Umaria after Katni railway station from there it is about 40 minutes drive to Nature Heritage. Alternatively, take the overnight train from Delhi to Umaria and drive (30 minutes) to the park. Only jeeps are available for transfers. Khajuraho / Bandhavgarh distance is 250 Kms, (8 hrs drive).

Bandhavgarh National Park Map