Meet the characters of India’s most famous jungle story, the Jungle Book
The Jungle Book safari
Delhi, Kanha National Park, Pench National Park
ADVENTURE
Forts and Palaces
CULTURE
JUNGLE SAFARI
BIRDING
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Your journey at a glance
This 8-day itinerary takes you to the jungles of India to meet the characters of The Jungle Book in real life, from the mighty tiger, Shere Khan to Baloo the sloth bear and Mowgli’s adopted wolf pack.
Your journey begins in Delhi, where you can immerse yourself in this culturally rich hubbub. A fascinating tour of the Chandni Chowk marketplace entices you to taste delicious street food and peruse colourful stalls laden with bejewelled saris, fresh produce and handcrafted items. Discover the historic highlights of Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, famous landmarks in this bustling city. You will be whisked away to the renowned tiger sanctuary of the Kanha National Park, boasting the ideal habitat for both tigers and their prey species. Prime tiger wilderness, this Park was one of the first areas to be protected under Project Tiger, aimed at preserving this magnificent animal. Explore the beautiful Pench National Park set in a flourishing teak jungle, home to various deer species, tiger and leopard. A spectacular natural reserve, this Park offers a quiet and secluded game viewing experience.
1 night Delhi | 3 nights Kanha National Park | 3 nights Pench National Park
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A taste of what to expect…
Day 1-2: Delhi
- Explore Delhi, and take a rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk, once the grandest of markets in India.
- Explore the Spice Market in Old Delhi which has been in operation since the 17th century.
- Visit the Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of the region, commisioned by Shah Jahan in 1644.
- Stop at Agrasen ki Baoli, an ancient ‘haunted’ stepwell which is a protected monument.
- Discover Rajpath, previously known as the Kings Way, flanked on either side by ornamental ponds.
- Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan (Presidential House) – the official residence of the President.
- Stop at the India Gate for photographs, the 42 metre stone arch.
- Visit Humayun’s Tomb, a complex of buildings that were built to house his body.
- End your day with a stop at the Qutub Minar, a 72.5-meter tower, the world’s tallest brick minaret.
Day 2-5: Kanha National Park
- Move on to Kanha National Park, one of the first areas to be protected under Project Tiger, aimed at preserving this magnificent animal.
- Kanha is one of India’s largest parks and conservation successes. It is considered the jewel in the crown of the country’s network of almost 700 protected areas.
- Explore the sal and bamboo forests of Kanha on twice-daily game drives accompanied by a trained naturalist, who will point out and explain details about the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle.
- Spend three nights at Banjaar Tola Tented Camp, in a luxury tent. Your stay is on a full board basis and includes scheduled shared game drives.
Day 5-8: Pench National Park
- Head to Pench National Park, a spectacular natural reserve set in a typical teak jungle, offering a quiet and secluded game viewing experience and supports a rich variety of wildlife. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore the jungle on morning and afternoon game drives, in an open 4×4 safari vehicle, accompanied by a trained naturalist.
- Spend three nights at Baghvan, A Taj Safari Lodge. Your stay is on a full board basis, including scheduled game drives in a shared vehicle.
- Explore the dense jungles of Pench National Park on early morning and afternoon game drives in an open 4×4 safari vehicle.
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