KANHA
Introduction
Kanha Tiger Reserve, comprising parts of the Mandla
& Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, and located
in the "Maikal" hills of the Satpuras, is internationally
renowned for its rich floral and faunal attributes.
The Reserve is an excellent interspersion of the
Dadars (flat hill tops), grassy expanses, dense
forests and riverine forests. It is very rich in
flora, largely due to the combination of landforms
and soil types, apart from the moist character of
the region The rich habitat diversity of the Reserve
supports a wide range of wildlife species along
with innumerable lesser life forms, and is the sanctum
sanctorum of many typical Central Indian fauna.
Besides harbouring a viable population of the tiger,
Kanha has distinguished itself in saving the endangered
hard ground barasingha from extinction, and supporting
the last world population of this deer species
Conservation History
Kanha Tiger Reserve is constituted on a "core-buffer"
strategy. The entire National Park area of 940 sq.
km. is visualised as a "core zone", free from all
biotic disturbances. A buffer zone of 1009 sq. km.
surrounding the core is treated as a "multiple use
area". The buffer zone comprises almost 40 per cent
of forest area and the rest is constituted by revenue
and private land. This zone is characterized by
an interspersion of revenue and forest lands, pock-marked
with numerous villages. Besides, the Phen Wildlife
Sanctuary, a satellitic micro-core of 110 sq. km.,
is also under the administration of the Reserve
Management. The significance of this micro-core
lies in the exchange of gene-pool and dispersal
of wildlife populations between the two conservation
units. The buffer zone has been notified by the
state Government as a separate division and is under
the unified control of the Reserve Management. Wildlife
conservation practices and ecodevelopment in the
National Park, Buffer Zone and Phen Wildlife Sanctuary
are carried out under the Management Plan for the
year 2001-2002 to 2010-2011. The Reserve is a part
of the Gondwana tract inhabited traditionally and
chiefly by the Gond and Baiga tribes, the latter
confining themselves largely to the upper valleys
and dadars near the main Maikal range. Information
concerning the early history of these forests prior
to 1860 is extremely scanty. The villagers had free
access to cut and burn forest at will. The system
of shifting cultivation, locally called "Bewar"
- prevailed almost unhindered until 1870 on the
hill slopes.
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ITINERARY
4 Days & 3 Nights Ex. JABALPUR
DAY-01: Arrive Jabalpur by overnight train; transfer to Jeep/Car for Hotel in Jabalpur. Welcome address by the Camp Manager, transfer to room for refreshment; dinner and rest
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DAY-02: Wake-up call with tea/coffee at 0600hrs. Depart early morning after breakfast for Bhedaghat, MARBLE ROCKS. Return to hotel for lunch & depart for KANHA TIGER RESERVE. On arrival at the Jungle Resort (3-4 hours drive), relax in the resort. Evening free for relaxation. Post Dinner rest.
DAY-03: Start for Jeep Safari at 0530 hours. Safari along the bamboo glades, waterholes and evergreen echoing green, looking out for the elusive King of the Indian Jungle and a host of other birds and animals that make Kanha the ultimate best kept wildlife reserve in India. Go for Tiger Tracking on Elephant back (subject to sighting of Tiger by the Forest Department). Return to resort for lunch. Post lunch a siesta followed by a quick tea/coffee break. Evening Park Safari in open Jeep; exploring the flora and fauna of this lush jungle. Return to resort by sunset. Time to unwind around bonfire with scintillating music of the Tribal Dance. Dinner and rest in KANHA.
Recommended: One additional night at Kanha for better wildlife prospect and making the tour easy paced.
DAY-04: Post breakfast depart for Jabalpur (170 Kms) at 0800hrs. Connect afternoon train to Kolkata. Overnight in train.
Tour Ends Here…
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4 Days & 3 Nights - Kanha & Panchmari:
DAY-01: Arrive Pipariya, transfer to Jeeps Panchmarhi. Post Refreshment enjoy this scenic hill stations. O/N in Panchmarhi.
DAY-02: Wake-up, early morning sightseeing of various waterfalls and other attractions. Post breakfast depart for KANHA. Post lunch depart for GAME SAFARI. Evening bonfire, Tribal dance, fun and music. Dinner & rest in Kanha.
DAY-03: Wake-up call with tea/coffee at 0500hrs. Start for the Jeep Safari at 0530 hours. Safari along roads not taken the previous day. Amuse yourself in Mowgli’s jungle in echoing green. Post lunch rest a while. Evening Jeep Safari followed by departure for Jabalpur (170 Kms). Late Evening free to explore this Cantonment Town founded by the British. Post dinner, pack your luggage and rest sleep well in JABALPUR.
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DAY-04: Depart early morning for Bhedaghat, MARBLE ROCKS; en route breakfast in a DHABA. Return to hotel for pick-up of luggage & packed lunch. Connect train for onward journey or fly away by air.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Accommodation, all meals (except in Public transport; train & aero planes etc). Transfers to & fro the Airport / Railway Station by Car/Jeep etc. Tribal Dance subject to a group of minimum 10 persons complimentary, otherwise on actual costs. All guided sightseeing, Jeep Safari in Kanha Tiger Reserve.
PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
Forest Entry Fees. Personal Expenses, Laundry, Tips & Porterage. Extra food bills, telephone and other services, alcoholic beverages & wines. Train fares, Flight charges etc.
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