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MADHYA
PRADESH: BANDHAVGARH TIGER RESERVE
Introduction
The reserve named after the highest hill Bandhavgarh
(807 m) in the centre of it, falls between the Vindhyan
hill range and the eastern flank of Satpura hill
range and is located in Shahdol and Jabalpur districts
of Madhya Pradesh. A chain of smaller hills, 32
in all, surrounds this hill, forming a number of
valleys and spurs interspersed with low lying areas,
such as Chakradhara, Rajbahera, Sehra-Dadra, Bhitri
bah, Kolua bah etc. Since the main formation is
of sandstone, water percolates through it forming
a number of perennial streams and springs. The hills
are mainly flat topped. The meadows in certain areas
are marshy. The Sal & bamboo covers plain tract
and degenerates in growth and quality as it ascends
the hill slopes, further giving place to mixed forest
on upper slopes, mainly due to edaphic factors.
Few rare species like insectivorous plants Drocera
peltata and medicinal plant like Buch (Acorus calamus)
are found in some isolated patches of Tala ranges
of the Reserve. Rivers Johilla and Son flowing on
the boundary on the eastern side, river Umrar passing
through western fringes and the Bandhavgarh hill,
which is visible from as far as 30 km, are some
of the landmarks of the Reserve.
Conservation History
The Bandhavgarh Fort, in the centre of the Reserve,
atop the Bandhavgarh hill, was the seat of rulers
of Rewa State, until they shifted to Rewa town in
1617 A.D. After independence and abolition of the
princely States, the process of degradation of forests
started due to relaxed control. Maharaja Martand
Singh of Rewa, was deeply moved by the destruction
of forests. On his proposal an area of 105 sq. km.
was declared as National Park in 1965. The area
of the park was increased to 448.84 sq. km. in 1982.
Bandhavgarh has been an excellent habitat of tiger
and is known for the highest density of tigers in
the world. Considering the importance and potentiality
of the National park, it was included in the Project
Tiger Network in 1993. The adjoining Panpatha Sanctuary
too was declared as a part of the Reserve. The area
of 105 sq. km. of old National Park was finally
notified in 1968. The remaining part of the National
Park i.e. 343.842 sq. km. is yet to be finally declared
though State Government had made the initial notification
in 1982. Panpatha Sanctuary with an area of 245.847
sq. km. was declared in 1983.
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ITINERARY
4 Days & 3 Nights:
DAY-00: Depart Howrah by Jodhpur / Bikaner Express (Dep: 2330hrs) for Allahabad.
DAY-01: Allahabad Arrival: 1205hrs; 2-3 hrs for city or Prayag sight seeing (including boating). Connect Sarnath Express @1545 hrs for Umaria (Arr: 2212hrs). On arrival, transfer to resort in Bandhavgarh for Dinner & O/N stay.
DAY-02: Wake up call at 0500hrs, brief refreshment break, followed by Jeep Safari along the Tiger’s Trail (80-100Kms) drive with packed sandwiches as breakfast. The trip includes Elephant Safari on the sighting of a Tiger. Return to resort for refreshment followed by lunch. Post lunch rest a while, followed by an Evening Park Ride in open Gypsy’s exploring nature and it’s flora & fauna. Return to resort for evening tea & snacks and Dinner. (Tribal Dance on request). Stay overnight in the resort.
DAY-03: Wake up call at 0500hrs, brief refreshment break, followed by Jeep Safari along the Tiger’s Trail (80-100Kms) drive with packed sandwiches as breakfast. The trip includes Elephant Safari on the sighting of a Tiger. Return to resort for refreshment followed by lunch. Post lunch rest a while, followed by an Evening Park Ride in open Gypsy’s exploring nature and it’s flora & fauna. Return to resort for evening tea & snacks and Dinner. Stay overnight in the resort.
DAY-04: Wake up at 0300hrs and transfer to Umaria (37kms) to connect train at 0432 hrs for Allahabad; on arrival @ 1235hrs connect Jodhpur / Bikaner Express (Dep: 1420hrs) for Howrah O/N in train.
DAY-05: Arrive Howrah by early morning. (Arrival: 0400hrs).
Tour Ends Here…
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Accommodation on twin sharing on Jungle Plan all-inclusive basis (bed tea, breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening tea and snacks); transfer from Umaria to Bandhavgarh and back. Jeep Safari: 4 Park Rounds including entry fees, vehicle hire, guide cum naturalist’s charges and vehicle entry fees. Taxes.
PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
Anything not mentioned above, train fare, extra food on room service, personal expenses, laundry, camera fees, soft drinks and beverages, alcohol and alcoholic beverages, etc.
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