Bagh Van, Pench Tiger Reserve
Wildlife-rich setting,
Elegant forest suites
Couples,
Solos
Teeming with lush teak and sal forests with lots of water bodies and plenty of wildlife throughout, Pench Tiger Reserve is what inspired Rudyard Kipling to write the Jungle Book.
There is a high concentration of herbivores and a large number of Indian wild dogs, and of course, those elusive tigers. Baghvan Jungle Lodge is not walled in, which means it’s possible to watch the tigers along their path directly from the courtyard or greet a sambar deer in the morning.
The extensive facilities include a swimming pool, an interactive kitchen, in-room massage and plenty of lovely spaces for relaxing.
Although it’s a high-end option, staying here at Baghvan Jungle Lodge is an all-around incredible experience, as they strike a good balance between luxury, comfort and socially responsible tourism in the jungle.
The Rooms
The rooms all have private courtyards and indoor/outdoor bathrooms. The furnishings are lavish and luxurious, and the ambience throughout the lodge is classy and elegant in shades of teal and aquamarine.
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can sleep under the stars on an open rooftop machan or a converted platform.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
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Delhi
East to West: Highlights of the Gangetic Plain
This holiday is for travellers with an adventurous spirit who like to get away from the tourist trail; people who have a desire to explore eclectic, busy and ever-evolving Indian cities, but who also want to contrast immersive city life with some unique, rural experiences.
Take time to delve into Kolkata and Varanasi with our signature experiences in each. You’ll journey by car, train and minimal internal flights so that you can experience the beautiful rural life and landscape of the Gangetic Plain as you move around. You’ll spend four days exploring northern Madhya Pradesh and three days in a remote valley of Uttar Pradesh; allowing completely different rural and wildlife experiences in each.
Highlights
Lunch with an art collector
Taking lunch with an art collector in his home in Kolkata
Sunrise at the River Ganges
Watching the sunrise from your private boat on the River Ganges
Chambal Valley
Experiencing life in remote hamlets of the Chambal Valley
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Delhi
A Journey through Madhya Pradesh
Prepare to be wowed by incredible history, architecture, and wildlife, before finishing the holiday on the sacred Narmada river at Maheshwar.
Highlights
Alternative Delhi
Explore alternative Delhi with a walk of the old town led by a former street kid turned expert guide
Satpura National Park
Get up close and personal to the wildlife in Satpura National Park on foot, by jeep and even on a boat
Maheshwar
Relax in one India’s most beautiful and most off-the-beaten-track fort hotels in Maheshwar, one of the most magical towns in India
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Bagh Van, Pench Tiger Reserve on the map
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The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
Want to know more? With its vast size, rich diversity, and countless possibilities, planning a holiday to India can feel overwhelming – so we’ve created our Curious Traveller’s Guide to India to help make sense of it all.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for both first-time visitors and those returning for more.
