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Panna – A lesser known park
3 nights - 4 days
PANNA NATIONAL PARK:
Panna Jungle Safari in Madhya Pradesh in Central India is a 4 day wildlife safari trip exploring the rich forests of Panna on a 4X4 jeep. Panna Tiger safari in Panna National Park was created in 1981. It was declared a Project Tiger Reserve by Government of India in 1994. The National Park consists of areas from the former Gangau Wildlife Sanctuary created in 1975. This sanctuary comprised of territorial forests of the present North and South Panna Forest Division to which a portion of the adjoining Chhatarpur forest division was added later. The reserved forests of the Park in Panna district and some protected forests on Chhatarpur side were the hunting preserves of the erstwhile rulers of Panna, Chhatarpur and Bijawar princely states in the past.
The location of the National Park is also important because it is situated at a point where the continuity of the forest belt, which starts from Cape Comorin in the south, is broken and beyond this the great Gangetic plains begin. This area is also the northern most tip of the natural teak forests and the eastern most tip of the natural Kardhai forests.
The Ken River, which flows through the Reserve from south to north, is home for Gharial and Mugger, and other aquatic fauna and is one of the least polluted rivers and a tributary of Yamuna. It is one of the sixteen perennial rivers of Madhya Pradesh and is truly the life line of the Reserve. Ken offers some of the most spectacular scenery to the visitor while it meanders for some 55 km through the reserve.
The terrain of the reserve is characterised by extensive plateaus and gorges. The reserve which has a bench topography, can broadly be divided into three distinct tablelands on Panna side: the upper Talgaon Plateau, the middle Hinnauta plateau and the Ken valley. Series of undulating hills and plateaus rise on the other side of Ken River in Chattarpur district.
Region Satna Forest Range
No of Days Ex – Satna 03 Days
Grade Jungle Safari Easy
Type Wildlife Safari
Day |
Itinerary |
Stay |
Meals |
Day 1 |
Satna – Panna |
Resort |
L,D |
Day 2&3 |
Panna National Park (Morning and Evening) |
Resort |
B,L,D |
Day 4 |
Panna Morning Safari – Satna |
B |
Itineraries
Day 1
Satna – Panna
After reaching Satna station, meet our representative and transfer to vehicle for drive to Panna (3hr road journey with one halt). Reach by afternoon 12pm & check in to the resort. Lunch will be served. The greenery & lush rich biodiversity of the forest will make you feel rejoiced. Head out for a nature trail/birdwatching trail around the property forest. Keep your Binocs, camera & eyes wide open to look out for birds around. Return for evening tea with a sit out discussing days sighting and QNA session.
Day 2
Morning and Evening Safari
With an early wake up call, have a quick tea cup and head out for safari, this time from a different safari track and zone. The forest has different gifts in different corners. We look out for the big cat and also enjoy birding which is an active part in the morning time. There are high chances of sighting big cats early morning as their walking activity is high for hunting & territory marking. Return for breakfast and relax until Lunch. Post lunch enjoy the safari (we have 4 beautiful chances to spot the big cats and the other elusive animals of the forest – Be patient & vigilant). Return in the evening for tea and discussing sighting. List out number of birds you spotted while in all 3 safaris, don’t miss the colourful feathers. Dinner and day off
Day 3
Morning and Evening Safari
With an early wake up call, have a quick tea cup and head out for safari, this time from a different safari track and zone. The forest has different gifts in different corners. We look out for the big cat and also enjoy birding which is an active part in the morning time. There are high chances of sighting big cats early morning as their walking activity is high for hunting & territory marking. Return for breakfast and relax until Lunch. Post lunch enjoy the safari (we have 4 beautiful chances to spot the big cats and the other elusive animals of the forest – Be patient & vigilant). Return in the evening for tea and discussing sighting. List out number of birds you spotted while in all 4 safaris, don’t miss the colourful feathers. Dinner and day off
Day 4
Panna – Satna
After breakfast check out and drive to Satna. Drop at Railway station/Airport. Collect your train tickets from the Tour leader and board train back to Mumbai.
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Return transfers by AC Vehicle from Satna
- All Meals as per mentioned in the itinerary. (3Breakfast/3 Lunch/ 3 Dinner)
- 4 Jungle Safaris
- Safari charges, forest permits, guide charges.
- Professional Wildlife Naturalist host of the experience
- GST 5%
- Additional / personal use of vehicle.
- Extended stay due to weather conditions or any situation not in human control.
- Any personal expenses, room service and special orders, mineral waters, non-alcoholic beverages, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
- Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary.
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
- Camera fees.
- Airfares/Rail fares
- Anything Specifically NOT mentioned in includes.
- Wildlife safaris are a matter of luck and opportunity. No guarantee of any sighting is made. Neither of our associates will quote that, although we try our best to spot and show you as much as nature allows us to.
- Never enter the forest with an intention of spotting a single species, it will only disappoint you. The forest is a gift packet with a lot to surprise with. Listen to our naturalist for more wonderful experience.
- Our safaris are not target species specific (Unless specified)
- We explore everything we find uncommon and need to be explained.
- Any demand for spotting a single species in any jeep will not be entertained by the guide or the tour leader as there are other travellers who would want to see the birds etc.
- Respect & honour everything that is in the forest and it has to offer you.
- Enjoy being in the forest and you will feel much happier away from the concrete chaos.
- Respect the local, tribes, guards, guides, drivers, officers and all animals.
- Front seat of the Gypsy is always reserved for the Guide or Guard.
- No extra room will be made for photographers, respecting other travellers. (For photographers it is recommended to opt for higher options)
- No littering in the forest strictly. (what goes comes back the same way)
- Camera fees & guide tips to be paid separately & directly.
- Kindly follow the instructions given by the tour leader and the guide for your own safety.
- A Hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- A dust protection mask
- Personal Bottle (To avoid plastic use – 1LtrsX2)
- Small backpack for safaris (10Ltrs)
- Bird books
- Sun screen
- Only dull coloured clothes (Green, brown, Beige, Camouflage)
- Camera (At owners risk) with proper equipment for photography (As per need)
- Fleece/Jacket (temperatures drop in the forest to below 10 degree Celsius
- Binoculars
- Energy bars for safaris
Cancellation period |
Cancellation Charges on Cost |
More than 30 days |
25% |
30 to 21 days |
50% |
21 to 07 days |
80% |
Less than 07 days or No show |
100% |