Think of wildlife? Tigers? Hyenas? If you are a safari or nature enthusiast, then planning a visit to the Pench National Park will turn out to be one of the most memorable and thrilling wildlife experiences of your life.
In the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh, Pench National Park is located in the districts of Seoni and Chhindwara. Named after the pristine River Pence which flows through the park, Pench National Park is one of the most popular wildlife reserves in India.
The park also has its mention in the famous story of 1894, ‘The Jungle Book’, penned down by the renowned English Author Rudyard Kipling. The story was worldwide applauded, and hence, the national park became one of the popular national parks in the world in the 1970s and also a prominent tourist attraction in India.
Interestingly, the forest area of Pench is contiguously shared by two Indian states, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. From the total area of 758 square kilometres of Safari space in Pench National Park, about 257 sq. km lies in the state of Maharashtra. This allows tourists to commence their Jungle Safari in the Pench tiger reserve from either side.
Stay & Accommodation
While planning a vacation to Pench, a lot of things circle around a traveller’s mind, accommodation certainly being one of it. And when it comes to the number of hotels and resorts that are dotted in Pench, the list is totally going to take travellers by a surprise. These resorts & hotels are just the right place to unwind after a long time and lets one make the best of their time coupled with a treasure of good facilities and amenities.
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Nagzira Nature Camp – INR 6000 per night (approx.)
This is a one of its kind luxury camps, located just 700 metres away from the Chorkhamara Gate. The tents have AC with well-appointed modern amenities.
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Tiger N Wood Resort – INR 7500 per night (approx.)
A wonderfully designed resort of 10 exclusive wooden cottages built on the lines of a tree house style (known as ‘Machaan’). Each cottage overlooks the buffer zone of the park and offers all the modern amenities.
In addition, there are many other stay options that are available around the national park’s vicinity, both in the premium upscale category, and more economical budget-friendly choices that are located fairly in the outskirts of the jungle area.
Best Time to Visit
Whenever travellers think of visiting Pench National Park, the very first thing that might come to their mind is probably the best time to visit. Attached to both Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, the scorching summer heat makes the flora dry up, and offers an up-close view of the fauna around the entire jungle.
However, the cold season is considered the best time to visit Pench National Park as that’s when the migratory birds come here to take shelter with the other birds. Winter without any second thoughts is the best season to visit Pench National Park as the weather remains quite pleasant and tranquility-filled for a memorable wildlife safari.
Best Time to Visit: October – February
How to Reach
- Being one of the most popular national parks of the country, travelling to the Pench National Park is hassle-free and convenient due to its close proximity to both Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.
- The wildlife enthusiasts can travel to Jabalpur of Madhya Pradesh and Nagpur of Maharashtra by air, rail and road to further take the tourists to the Pench National Park.
By Air – Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur and Jabalpur Airport
By Rail – Seoni and Jabalpur stations are the closest to reach Pench
By Road – Taxi/Bus can be taken via Nagpur-Jabalpur highway route
2 Night – 3 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Board an early morning flight for Nagpur. On arrival, choose a local vehicle and transfer to Pench national park. Rest and relax.
Enjoy an evening (sunset) jeep safari, along with a guide and explore the jungle serenity. Stay overnight.
Day 2: Wake up with the sun for the second (morning) safari. Spot the wildlife and early morning breeze until breakfast.
Relax, recharge and freshen up. Get ready for the third safari, going deeper into the park. (03:00 – 07:00 pm). Stay overnight.
Day 3: Get ready for the final jungle safari of the trip, but the magic of Pench will make you reminisce the experience.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and depart for your respective destination. Carry back a heart filled with memories, and Pench’s wilderness on your return journey.
Read through Pench National Park | Pench Wildlife Sanctuary Madhya Pradesh to find out more information and plan your next Safari Experience.
