Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge

Overview

Just a stone’s throw from the entrance of the Bandhavgarh National Park sits this eco-friendly jungle lodge. With a choice between comfortable rooms or deluxe cottages with private balconies each surrounded by trees you will have the chance to watch monkeys and wake up to the sounds of birdsong or possibly even a distant tiger roar from the comfort of your daybed!  Each en-suite room has been fully furnished with large beds, seating areas and writing desks. 

With the resident naturalist on hand to help you get more out of your jungle walks and birdwatching and complimentary bike hire you’ll have plenty of opportunity to explore the area and learn more about the wildlife and plantlife. Cultural and educational activities including solar cooking methods, visits to the local village and astronomy lessons are also included within your stay so your holiday promises to be packed full of new experiences, adventure and memories that will last a lifetime. 

Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge welcome families with children and offer lots of fun and engaging educational programs to inspire young naturalists, anthropologists and conservationists of the future. 

Have a full and action packed day with a Jungle Jeep Safari* and get the chance to see tigers in the wild! Start your day at 5am with a hot drink and cookies before journeying out on a dawn safari* where you will have the best possible chance to see tigers, leopards, wild cats and dogs as well as the rate and endangered swamp deer. During your safari you will stop off for a delicious fresh picnic style sunrise breakfast amongst the morning mist swirling around the trees before continuing on with your safari adventure. After a full morning of adventure you will return to the logge for a well earned rest and healthy lunch before departing on the afternoon safari for yet more opportunities to spot the incredible wildlife within the park.  You’ll return to the lodge in time for evening tea and snacks.  At night enjoy fresh, organic meals in the restaurant, social evenings around the campfire and astronomy lessons under the star studded skies.

* Jeep Safari’s must be booked well in advance and are priced at £75 for up to 4 people on an exclusive basis and includes entry to the national park, forest guide and resident naturalist. If you’d like to include a private safari during your stay please include this in the special requests section of your booking request form. 

Features

• Meals Included
• Cultural Activities Included
• Private Balcony
• Jungle Location
• Guided Wildlife Excursions
• En-Suite Rooms
• Eco Excursions and Tours
• Free Bike Hire
• Educational Activities
• Family Friendly
• On Site Shop

Room information

	Description	Sleeps	Price
	Standard Room Inside each room you will find a large double or twin beds complete with hot water bottles to keep you snug all night, comfortable sea... read more	1-2	£115.00	Select room
	Deluxe Cottage These deluxe cottages are perfect for those who want are looking for privacy and space. Each deluxe cottage features private patios wi... read more	1-4	£150.00 Per Night	Select room

About The Area

Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge is located just a kilometre from the stunning Bandhavgarh National Park in Central India’s Madhya Pradesh region. Badhvgarh National Park is famed or having the largest tiger populations in India as well as being an important area for leopard breeding. The park also has large numbers of native birds and butterflies so there is always the chance of seeing a fantastic array of wildlife within beautiful jungle surroundings.

Wth plenty of jungles to explore right on your doorstep and with walking safari’s and bird watching excursions included in your stay you’ll have plenty of opportunities to reconnect with nature and witness animals in the wild, here’s a few suggestions of nearby activities to inspire you: 

• Take advantage of the dawn and dusk guided jeep jungle safaris offered by the lodge. Each safari lasts for approximately 3-4 hours in an open jeep for panoramic unobstructed views (safaris must be booked well in advance and cost an additional £75 for groups of up to 4 people) 

• Go for a nature walk in the trails surrounding the lodge 

• Learn to cook traditional meals with cookery classes included in your stay

• Explore the area on two wheels with bike rental included in your stay

• Find a clear spot for dark skies and stargazing 

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Activities and Nearby Adventures

• Cultural Activities
• Cultural Visits
• Cycling
• Guided Jungle Treks
• Safari Activites
• Walking Safari
• Authentic Cooking Lessons
• Eco Excursions & Tours
• Guided Wildlife Excursions
• Bird Watching

Meet the hosts

The creation of Tiger Resorts and Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge started in 1987 when the late Pradeep Sankhala built and managed the lodge to provide an environmentally friendly experience that would help to conserve the natural habitat and protect tigers whilst giving guest exceptional service and a chance to explore the beautiful area.  Pradeep was a professional tour operator as well as a respected conservationist and active leader in Wildlife conservation and ecotourism, lecturing at universities, colleges and schools around the world. 

Now the lodge is managed by Pradeep’s son, Amit Sankhala. Amit has boundless enthusiasm and knowledge in eco-tourism principles and is committed to continuing the legacy of conservation and wildlife tourism. 

How To Get There

Full directions on how to get to Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge will be given with your booking confirmation 

Air - The nearest airports are Jabalpur (3hr drive) or Khajuraho (5hr drive). Both airports offer internal flight routes from Delhi and Mumbai.  

Train - A cheaper and more exciting option to travel to Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge would be to take an overnight train from Delhi or Jaipur to Umaria (1hr drive) or Katni (2-3hr drive)

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