Bandhavgarh Jungle Safari
THE WILD, UP CLOSE. Safari experiences · Madhya Pradesh
Explore the legendary forests of Bandhavgarh, a landscape of sal woodland, open meadows, ancient stories and extraordinary wildlife. Your safari is an invitation to discover the rhythms of the jungle with an expert guide by your side.
Safari rates
Choose Your Zone
Choose a core or buffer-zone drive for a morning or evening safari. Rates below are per safari session.
Core Zone
Tala · Magdhi · Khitauli
INR 19,000
Morning Safari · Evening Safari
Buffer Zone
Three buffer gates
INR 18,000
Morning Safari · Evening Safari
Jeep / safari vehicle · Guest pick-up and drop-off · An English-speaking naturalist / guide
Wildlife & wilderness
Forest Moments
Look and listen as the forest reveals itself: every track, call and quiet crossing has a story.
Your safari field guide
A Few Simple Ways to Enjoy the Forest Responsibly
Six Safari Gates. Two Ways to Explore.
Bandhavgarh’s safari experience includes three core-zone gates—Tala, Magdhi and Khitauli—and three buffer-zone gates. Your English-speaking naturalist / guide will help interpret animal behaviour, bird calls, tracks and the forest around you, bringing every part of the journey to life.
Before You Enter the Jungle
Dress for the season
Choose muted, nature-friendly colours. Camouflage-style clothing can help you blend into the surroundings; avoid bright colours and strong fragrances.
Winter safaris
Carry warm layers, a jacket, scarf and gloves—early mornings and evenings can be chilly.
Summer safaris
Wear light, breathable clothing, a hat or cap and sunglasses. Carry drinking water and sun protection.
Stay inside the vehicle
Do not get out of the safari vehicle except at officially designated areas, as permitted by park rules and your guide.
Observe quietly
Keep voices low, avoid sudden movements and never call, feed or attempt to approach wildlife.
Follow your guide
Follow your driver-guide’s instructions and all park regulations. Observe the jungle respectfully and let your guide explain what you see.
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The Legend of Bandhavgarh
A Forest of Tigers, History & Legacy
Set in the forested hills of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh is celebrated for its exceptionally high tiger density—among the highest in India—and for a landscape where wildlife and history are deeply intertwined. The reserve takes its name from the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort, steeped in local legend and centuries of history. The area was notified as a national park in 1968.
Ask your naturalist about Charger, the powerful male tiger whose bold presence made him a legend among visitors and forest-watchers, and Sita, the much-loved tigress whose life and cubs helped shape Bandhavgarh’s celebrated tiger lineage. Sita is often remembered as the “mother tigress” of Bandhavgarh and is widely credited in popular accounts with giving birth to 19 cubs.
Charger and Sita became more than famous tigers: they became part of the story people tell about this forest. Their legacy lives on in the memories of guides, naturalists and wildlife lovers—and in the continuing generations of tigers that make Bandhavgarh so special. In local storytelling, it can feel as though the spirit of Charger still roams these forests, reminding every visitor of the wild strength and character that define this place.
Your naturalist will share the stories, signs and secrets of the jungle along the way.