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Scheduled departure · 2–4 Oct 2026

Pench Weekend Safari

2 Nights | 4 Safaris | Start & End: Nagpur

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The trip

There is something wonderfully uncomplicated about Pench.

It doesn’t overwhelm you with dramatic landscapes or vast open meadows. Instead, it quietly wins you over with its beautiful teak forests, seasonal streams and an atmosphere that encourages you to simply enjoy being in the jungle. Every safari feels relaxed, yet every turn in the road holds the promise of something unexpected.

Inspired by the forests that shaped Rudyard Kipling’s timeless tales, Pench is today one of Central India’s most rewarding wildlife destinations. The open nature of the woodland provides excellent visibility, allowing visitors to observe not just wildlife, but behaviour. It is common to spend long moments watching a herd of Chital grazing peacefully before an alarm call suddenly changes the entire mood of the forest.

The reserve is particularly well known for its thriving population of Wild Dogs, whose coordinated hunting strategies offer some of the most fascinating wildlife spectacles in India. Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bears, Gaur and countless species of birds complete an ecosystem that is rich, healthy and wonderfully diverse.

Although this is a short itinerary, four carefully planned safaris ensure you experience Pench during the finest hours of the day, when the forest is at its most active and beautiful.

Whether you are discovering India’s jungles for the first time or simply looking for a refreshing escape into nature, Pench never disappoints. It is a forest that asks you to slow down, listen carefully and allow the wilderness to reveal itself at its own pace.

This is a fixed-date group departure: the dates, your lodge, two safaris a day and your instructor are all set — ideal for solo travellers and small groups who want a great trip without the planning. Between drives there's time to rest, review photos, and swap notes over chai with your naturalist.

Tour highlights

  • Four jeep safaris in Pench Tiger Reserve.
  • Excellent chances of encountering Tigers, Wild Dogs, Leopards and Sloth Bears.
  • Beautiful teak forests with superb visibility for wildlife observation.
  • Rich birdlife and exceptional opportunities for nature photography.
  • Ideal for short wildlife holidays from Nagpur.
Duration
2 Nights
Next departure
2–4 Oct 2026
Group size
Small group
Zones
4 safaris
Starts from
Nagpur
Style
Scheduled group
Day by day

The route, stop by stop

Day 1

Arrival at Nagpur | Transfer to Pench | Evening Safari

Arrive at Nagpur Airport where our representative will receive you before your scenic drive to Pench Tiger Reserve.
After checking into your wildlife lodge and enjoying lunch (subject to arrival time), head out on your first evening safari. As the afternoon light softens across the teak forests, begin exploring one of India’s most picturesque tiger reserves.
Return to the lodge after sunset for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2

Pench | Morning & Evening Safaris

Wake before dawn and enter the reserve as the forest slowly comes alive.
The cool morning hours are among the most rewarding, with active birdlife, fresh animal tracks and excellent opportunities to observe predators before the day begins to warm.
Return for breakfast before spending the afternoon at leisure.
Later, venture into another safari zone where changing landscapes and fresh wildlife activity ensure an entirely different experience from the morning drive.

Day 3

Final Morning Safari | Departure to Nagpur

Your final safari provides one last opportunity to immerse yourself in the tranquillity of Pench.
Whether it ends with a memorable predator sighting or simply the peaceful sounds of an awakening forest, every drive leaves behind memories that linger long after the journey is over.
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nagpur Airport, concluding your Pench wilderness escape.

What it costs

Pricing for this departure

2–4 Oct 2026 2 Nights
Double sharing / 4-person gypsy
₹29,900
per person
Triple sharing / 4-person gypsy
₹27,900
per person
Double sharing / 6-person gypsy
₹26,900
per person
Triple sharing / 6-person gypsy
₹24,900
per person
Single supplement + ₹8,000 added to the rate
Foreign national add-on + ₹6,000 added to the rate
Scheduled group departure

Fixed date, fixed price — expert-led throughout.

Everything's set: the dates, your lodge, two safaris a day and your instructor. Per-person pricing is above — tell us you're interested and we'll take it from there.

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Scheduled departure2–4 Oct 2026