Enthrall with the Thrills of Jungle Safaris
Safari Details
Bandhavgarh National Park offers numerous jungle safaris, namely open jeep safari, canter safari, full-day safari, elephant joy ride, and night safari.
Important information about Bandhavgarh Jungle Safari
Park Safari timings | Time and month of the year |
Morning Safari | 05:30-11:00 (timing changes from time to time) October-June |
Evening Safari | 14:30-19:00 October-June |
Night Safari | 18:30-21:30 Throughout the year |
- National parks in Madhya Pradesh are closed on Wednesday evenings for the Jungle safari.
- The National park remains closed on Holi in March.
- Government ID Proof is mandatory for safari bookings.
- Renest Bandhavgarh Meadows assists you to book an online safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. (Subject to government guidelines)
Jungle Safari in Bandhavgarh
Open Jeep Safari
An open jeep can accommodate 6 people over 5 years old, accompanied by a guide and a driver. Morning and evening safaris can be booked.
Canter Safari
Jungle safari on a canter is a new concept for Central India National Parks. This is an open space for a 12-24 seater bus. Canter safari tickets can be booked through the reservation desk at the gates of Bandhavgarh National Park. Online bookings for canter safari are not available . Morning and evening safaris can be booked at the forest office at Tala subject to availability.
Full Day Safari
The safari runs from dawn to dusk, and entry and exit take 15 minutes longer than the regular permits. Tourists who want a full-day safari must leave a deposit of ten thousand rupees {subject to change as per forest guidelines} at the forestry department.
Elephant Joy Ride
Elephant joy rides have gained popularity among wildlife enthusiasts; they mostly visit Bandhavgarh National Park to appreciate the unparalleled beauty of the forest and the mighty beast of Bandhavgarh. Elephant joy ride makes the tour additionally pleasant and complete. The possibilities of Tiger sightings are high throughout the elephant safari in the Bandhavgarh zones.
Night Safari
Night safari in Bandhavgarh National Park offers heart-pounding experiences where you can capture the bizarre aspects of wildlife. The night safaris can be experienced between 18:30 PM- 21:30 PM, which are held in buffer zones, and if you are lucky, you might even be able to come across the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Balloon Safari
One can get a safari experience like never before as Bandhavgarh National Park now offers a balloon safari with an aerial view of the restricted buffer zone and core zone, letting the tourists spot the Royal Bengal Tigers, Sloth Bears, and other animals along with the scenic view of Bandhavgarh. The safari operates for 45 minutes to an hour, twice a day i.e. early morning and evening (before sunset). The balloon safari has a capacity of a maximum of nine passengers per safari and is loaded with all the necessary safety equipment in case of an emergency.
Instructions
- Moreover, for professional photographers, this is a blessing as a half-day safari is offered. This is booked on a first cum first served basis.
- During your trip to Bandhavgarh National Park, the following are the things advisable to carry: Sunglasses, hat/cap, suitable footwear, woolen clothes, sunscreen.
- A good quality camera is essential to capture memories of a jungle safari in Bandhavgarh.
- Earth-colored clothing should be worn, shiny clothing should be avoided.
- Binoculars for a clear view from a distance.