Tour Highlights
- 3 Nights and 5 Guided Jeep Safaris in Pench National Park
- The teak forests and Seeonee hills that inspired Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book
- Healthy resident tiger population, alongside leopard, dhole and Indian gaur
- Excellent winter birding, from raptors over the grasslands to waterbirds along the Pench River
- Evening image review and feedback sessions with your mentor
- Easy access with a road transfer of roughly two and a half hours from Nagpur Airport
- Part of the Winter Tiger Marathon circuit and available as a standalone tour
- Guided wildlife exploration with trained forest guides and naturalists
- Open 4x4 jeep safaris designed for comfortable wildlife viewing and photography
Tour Dates
Tour Overview
Pench sits across the Madhya Pradesh–Maharashtra border, where teak forests, bamboo thickets and open meadows meet the Pench River. The forest becomes more open in winter as the undergrowth thins, creating longer sightlines and excellent conditions for wildlife photography. Cool mornings also bring clear winter light across the landscape.
The reserve is known for its healthy tiger population and has a strong history of tiger breeding. Leopards, dhole and Indian gaur also move through the forest, while sloth bears may appear along the nullahs. The Pench River and its backwaters attract a steady variety of winter birds, making the park rewarding for both wildlife photographers and birdwatchers.
Five safaris across three days give you time to understand the forest and follow the signs of wildlife movement. From langur alarm calls to tracks and familiar routes, repeated drives allow you to build a better sense of the park. Guests travelling only on the Pench departure arrive and depart via Nagpur, while those continuing with the Winter Tiger Marathon move directly to Kanha after the final morning.
Who can join this tour
- Wildlife photographers looking for a short, high-density stretch of field time
- First-time safari travellers wanting an approachable introduction to Central India
- Birdwatchers and nature lovers interested in Pench's forests and riverine habitats
- Families looking for a well-organised and guided wildlife departure
- Solo travellers seeking a structured wildlife experience
- Travellers joining the Winter Tiger Marathon who want to experience Pench as the opening leg
Mentor
Ankul Shetty
Naturalist and Photographer
Phone Number
+91 96324 50008
contact@thewildterrain.com
Detailed Itinerary
Kipling's Country: Winter Safaris in Pench
Payment Terms
30% of the total tour cost is required to secure your spot. This deposit ensures your reservation is locked in.
70% of the total tour cost must be paid at least 60 days before the scheduled start date of the tour.
100% of the total tour cost is required at least 30 days before the start date of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we aim to accommodate your needs. Please be aware of our cancellation and refund policy below:
- The 30% upfront deposit made towards securing your booking is non-refundable.
- 40% of the total tour cost will be refunded in the form of a credit note if notified between 60 to 30 days before the scheduled start date.
- Cancellation within less than 30 days of the tour start date or failure to show up will result in 100% of the tour cost being charged as cancellation fee.