Tour Type: Group Tour
About the Pench National Park Backpacking Tour
Located on the border of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, Pench National Park is a stunning mix of teak forests, open grasslands, and gently rolling hills. Spread across 758 sq. km, Pench inspired Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book and is renowned for its thriving population of Royal Bengal Tigers, leopards, wild dogs (dholes), jackals, and a wide variety of herbivores and birds. Pench is also known for its serene beauty, with the Pench River flowing through the park, creating seasonal islands and watering holes that draw wildlife year-round. The Park offers exciting jeep safaris through both Turia (MP side) and Sillari/Kolitmara (MH side) zones, making it a favorite among wildlife lovers and photographers.
Highlights of the Pench National Park Backpacking Trip:
- Explore the heart of Pench with morning and evening safaris led by experienced naturalists.
- Encounter rich biodiversity including the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger and other iconic wildlife.
- A paradise for birdwatchers – from hornbills and kingfishers to eagles and owls.
- The perfect rustic setting of an Indian village.Comfortable, nature-themed accommodations with modern amenities and forest views.
- CEnjoy local cuisine, tribal performances, and storytelling under the stars.
- Expertly managed tours including permits, guides, meals, and transfers – tailored to your preferences.
- Discover the surrounding flora and local lifestyle through guided excursions.
Itinerary for Pench National Park Backpacking Trip
• Drive from Nagpur to Pench (approx. 2 hours).
• Check-in at the resort and freshen up.
• Post-lunch, head out for your first evening safari—experience the magic of Pench's forest as the sun sets and wildlife becomes active.
• Return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay.
• Early start for a morning safari, when wildlife is most active.
• Return for breakfast and relax at the resort.
• After lunch, head back into the forest for your second evening safari—explore a different zone for varied sightings.
• Unwind in the evening with tea and dinner, sharing the day’s adventures. Overnight stay.
• One last morning safari to soak in the jungle vibes and spot any elusive animals.
• Return to the resort for breakfast.
• Check out and drive back to Nagpur with unforgettable memories of Pench’s wilderness.
Let me know if you’d like zone recommendations or help with resort options! 🐯🌳🚙
Cost
The Cost Includes
- 3 Nights’ accommodation in homestay – Double sharing
- An experienced Tour Lead & a friend who will help you take the hassle out of your travel.
- All Internal transfers for Pench Sightseeing
- BF & Dinner for stay
- Hike to Anjanadri Hill
- 1 Group Coracle Ride.
- Guide for 3 days
- Entry Tickets to monuments.
- Motor Boat Ride Pench – Hippe Island
The Cost Excludes
- Train Tickets (Mumbai – Hospet – Mumbai)
- Lunch (We want you to try out local Cuisines & not be restricted to a particular restaurant, cafe)
- Camera Charges.
- Extra Activity Charges – Bouldering, Cycling, etc.
- Anything other than the set Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Any Personal Expenses
- Anything that is NOT mentioned in the “Inclusions” or personal in nature.
- Tax as applicable