The Jungle Book Tour
A visit to Kanha National Park the inspiration behind Kipling's Jungle Book
Overview
Kanha National Park is situated in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, the picturesque Kanha National Park was the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling's unforgettable classic Jungle Book. The romance of the Kanha National Park has not reduced over time, it is still as beautiful. Now you can follow in the footsteps of Mowgli and his friends from Kipling's Jungle Book.
Duration: 8 Days
Grade: 1
When to Visit: Mid-November to April
Start: Delhi
Finish: Delhi
Kanha National Park was created in 1955 by a special law and, since then, it has dedicated itself in preserving a variety of animal species. Many endangered species have indeed been saved here. Today Kanha is among the few most scenic and beautiful wildlife reserves in Asia. This 'Tiger Country' is the ideal home for both predator and prey.
By far the most striking features of this region are the open grassy meadows, where sighting black buck, swamp deer, sambhar and chital is common. And, if one can transcend into time, a barefooted Mowgli would perhaps come padding along the dusty trail, for this is the land of Kipling's Jungle Book.
Located in the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha national park extends over an area of over 1,940-sq-kms. The major feature of this region's interesting topography is the horseshoe shape valley and the whole park area is surrounded by the spurs of the Mekal. The Surpan River meanders through Kanha's central Maidans, grasslands that cover the extensive plateau. Steep rocky escarpments along the edges offer breathtaking views of the valley.
Itinerary
Day 1.
Delhi.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2.
Delhi to Nagpur and Kahna.
Fly Delhi/Nagpur and drive to Kanha National Park. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.
Day 3.Kahna.
Morning and evening game viewing in the Kanha National Park. Overnight at jungle lodge.
Day 4.
Kahna.
Morning and evening game viewing in the Kanha National Park. Overnight at jungle lodge.
Day 5.
Kahna to Bandhavgarh.
Morning drive to Bandhavgarh. Afternoon game viewing in the Bandhavgarh National Park. Overnight at jungle lodge.
Day 6.
Bandhavgarh.
Morning and evening game viewing in the Bandhavgarh National Park. Overnight at jungle lodge.
Day 7.
Bandhavgarh. to Khajuraho.
Morning game viewing in the Bandhavgarh National Park. Late morning depart Bandhavgarh for Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8.
Khajuraho to Delhi.
Morning visit Western and Eastern group of temples to appreciate its exquisite erotic carvings - also visit newly excavated 10th century Chandela Temple. Fly Khajuraho-Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to international airport for onward journey.
