For road trippers A 12 day journey into Madhya Pradesh

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1 For road trippers A 12 day journey into Madhya Pradesh When road tripping is the name of the game, we ve got just the thing for you - think national parks, elusive fauna and flora, plushest camps and a healthy dose of local culture. and most remote expanses of wilderness whilst offering you fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and outdoors and appreciate species that are different from us, big or small. This 12 days road trip across Madhya Pradesh penetrates through some of the state s largest

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3 Delhi Day 1 Arrive into Delhi; a city of architectural beauties and dazzling contrasts. When you disembark from a long flight, a warm welcome, friendly face and a restful space seem heaven-sent. Make your way to your hotel; if you arrive during the day, take a chance to rejuvenate your tired muscles with a spa; or cool off by jumping into the pool to beat the jet lag. Alternatively, if you re feeling a tad more active; while away the remaining day browsing the streets- posh, punky, and preppy and strolling along the city s beloved downtown area. A varied menu of experiences including spinning in the atmospheric lanes of Lutyens Delhi, treading past havelis that tell fantastic stories of years past, wandering leisurely around the colorful frenzied backstreets, climbing ancient ruins, visits to historic sights, museums with charming work of art and displays; is sure to take you by surprise and stir your senses!

4 Da Day 2 Take in a dose of history and a dollop of contemporary culture. This thriving, self-confident capital will win your heart with its art, history and Culture. As you visit the different parts of the city, thanks to the diversity of each area, you will notice the Delhi buzz is continually on the move and her moods survive with certain grace and civility, hospitality and community spirit. ; is sure to take you by surprise and stir your Delight in the sights and sounds of New Delhi on a cycle tour. A perfect way to explore the city and to take in the magnificent sightseeing views of early morning. With its lush greenery, beautiful roads, breathtaking monuments and a taste of the true urban spirit of Delhi along with its political prowess, a morning tour would be both picturesque and memorable for you.

5 Day 3/4 Panna National Park, first wildlife highlight of your journey Leave the hustle bustle of Delhi, fly into Khajuraho and whisk away towards the wilds of Panna and settle for next 2 days amidst unspoiled countryside, on the banks of Ken River. Fall for Jungle charm with the game drives to witness the abundance of incredible wildlife. The Park's rock ridges and uninterrupted valleys are the favored home of the sloth bear, while the wooded areas are dotted with sambar, the largest of the Indian deer, chital and chowsingha. Additionally, we recommend a visit to the World Heritage site of the temples of Khajuraho. Besides jungle drives; taking river safaris to watch the birds roosting and taking flight at the deep gorge, fishing on the pristine Ken River, walking leisurely through the crop fields to the surrounding countryside and catching the luminosity of sunset with a refreshing sundowner are some of the interesting things to do in here.

6 Day 5/6 Drive 150 miles to India s top tiger playgrounds; Bandhavgarh National Park There s one main reason to beat around the bush in Bandhavgarh: Tigers. The densities of the big cat are among the highest on the subcontinent, early morning and evening trips claim healthy successful rates. The park s wild rocky hills, rich deciduous woodlands, wetlands and meadows where cats mingle freely pose a perfect scope for bagging a delightful wildlife experience. For those craving for further adventure, consider experiencing the night life of the jungle. From listening carefully to the growls and shouts of the jungle natives, and the twinkling of their eyes, to the sounds of their movements; all of this under a starry sky with moon glowing overhead is sure to give you goose bumps for a lifetime. If you re a passionate bird viewer, then this park won t disappoint your passion and rather leave you lost in thousands of their chirps.

7 Day 7/8 Culture, wilderness and lots of adventure into the jungles of Kanha. It s time to head to India s largest national park, Kanha for an epic jungle experience. Wind your way on the forest grounds along the sounds of crackling dry leaves, with cameras ready and hearts pounding, watch out for the animals as they might quite suddenly appear from behind the bush like a jack-in-the-box, panting in the morning sun. Track the pug and paw marks, look out for birds flashing around, learn about the trees of the forests or simply enjoy the surrounds of the jungles with the naturalist who promises to infuse a sense of hooo connection and excitement in every fauna and flora that you see during the drive. In addition to game drives into the park, you can bird watch, take a nature walk, or photograph the wildlife coming to drink at the waterhole. A simple joy lies in exploring the local villages and their traditional architecture and colourful markets. A highly recommended activity is walking with Tara, the much loved elephant, through the forest to the nearby stream. This is a truly beautiful interaction with this magnificent, an animal. Here, along with Tara s mahout one can participate in scrubbing her down while she lies in the water. Be prepared to get wet as she likes to include all in fun and frolic in the water.

8 Day 9 Onward to Pench National Park. Morning is free for your own exploration. Midday, set forth on a journey into the untamed wilderness of Pench; an experience where the hosts, the staff, the naturalists, the friendly villagers and even nature come together in a prefect commune to give you an offering that is nothing but a joyous solace. This dry deciduous forest is one of the most visually fascinating and calming forest in Central India; perfect campgrounds for your campfire camaraderie, storytelling and sleeping under the stars. If you re hankering to jungle walk, bird watch or bike around to explore the wilderness, ask the naturalist who followed by your interest and inclinations can plan the next safari routes, jungle or nature walk and other equally interesting activities. In addition to the park safaris which are a staple of most of the wildlife lodges, the star bed is a special experience here, it stands isolated from the rest of the camp; above the ground, and ringed by wild scenery, a complete sensory immersion on your safari adventure.

9 Day 10/11 Known for being India s only park for walking safaris, Satpura National Park is next up on your road trip. If you think seeing the big 5 meant you d done it all, you re wrong. There s a host of other fascinating wildlife experiences awaiting in this park of Satpura. The sheer diversity of mammals, the presence of myriad bird species, many species of butterflies and the absolute luxury to explore this 1,500 square km expanse of wildlife habitat in so many ways including jeep safaris, jungle walk, elephant safaris and boat safaris. A nature walk within the Satpura Tiger Reserve is an experience unique to this park. The feeling of being in the jungle with no separation between wildlife and you is truly exciting. Equally interesting and fulfilling are the walks for birders and butterfly enthusiasts who can go off path and halt anytime for viewing the bird and butterfly life in the reserve. But if you prefer exploring with your eyes than your feet, canoeing is an absolute favorite to take it all in as well.

10 Day 12 Onward to Bhopal airport to catch flight towards Delhi It s time to return to Delhi to connect with your onward destination. You now have 12 days of exciting memories to take away with you. *With Sita, there is an exciting world of travel possibilities and it s our goal to provide an unforgettable combination of experiences. This routing can be customized based on your preferred destination, experiences and hotels.