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The Smiling Assassin
Leopard on the Waterhole
Barasingha
Tiger Cub
The Hug
Prince of the Jungle
Wild Dog
River Crossing
Head On
Monitor Lizard
Family Walk
Tigress with her cubs

Tiger Marathon

ROAD TRIP THROUGH THE TIGER HEARTLAND OF INDIA

The Road Odyssey

Celebrate the thrill of the journey 

Celebrate the thrill of the journey itself — the long drives through forested corridors, the changing landscapes, and the feeling of freedom that comes from traveling by road across the tiger heartland. 1,500 km road expedition through India’s

tiger belt with Scenic forest highways connecting Tadoba, Satpura, Kanha, and Pench. Experience the transitions — from bamboo forests to sal valleys to teak ridges. 

Heart Of India

Through villages, stories, and forests that define India’s wild heart.

Stay in eco-lodges that blend into forest life. Meet local guides, trackers, and tribal communities whose stories keep these jungles alive. Traditional forest meals, evening campfires, and local folklore.  Journey through the living landscapes that inspired Kipling’s Jungle Book.

Into The Wild

Where every sunrise begins with a roar.

20 exclusive safaris across four of India’s finest tiger reserves. Each park reveals a different mood -  Tadoba’s fierce wilderness, Satpura’s rugged cliffs, Kanha’s meadows, Pench’s classic teak forests. Spot tigers, leopards, sloth bears, otters, and over 300 bird species. Guided by expert naturalists with years of field experience.

Authentic

People, Places & Conservation

Stay in handpicked lodges and mountain homestays that blend comfort with community. Your visit directly supports local conservation and livelihoods. Dine on local produce, warm breads, and slow-cooked curries by the fire as you exchange stories under starry skies. This journey is not just about seeing India’s wild heart - it’s about feeling part of it.

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Itinerary Overview

Itinerary Section
Day 1: Arrive in Nagpur:
Arrive at Nagpur Airport. Meet our team and your naturalist-guide. Expedition briefing over tea – safety protocols, route overview, and vehicle allocation. Evening at leisure or optional visit to Seminary Hills sunset point. Overnight stay in Nagpur.
 
Day 2: Nagpur → Tadoba | Afternoon Safari:

Distance: ~140 km / 3 hrs drive
Early morning departure for Tadoba–Andhari Tiger Reserve. Check-in at the lodge and lunch. Afternoon Safari (2:30–6:00 PM): Explore Tadoba Lake and bamboo forests - chance to spot crocodiles, sambar, and your first tiger. Evening orientation on tiger behavior and tracking signs. Overnight at Tadoba.
 
Day 3: Tadoba Morning & Afternoon Safaris:
Morning Safari (6:00–10:00 AM): Mist-filled meadows, pugmark trails, and alarm calls echoing across the teak forest. Come back to our Lodge have Lunch and Freshen up. Have a bit of leisure time in the afternoon. Evening Safari: We continue our search for Tigers, Leopards, Bears and the other mammals and birds of Tadoba. Evening campfire and discussion on Tadoba’s conservation journey. Overnight at Tadoba.
 
Day 4: Tadoba Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Continue exploration of different zones. Track sloth bears, wild dogs, and rare raptors. Return by sunset, followed by a relaxed evening under the stars. Overnight at Tadoba.
 
Day 5: Tadoba → Satpura (Drive 380 km / 7 hrs)

Highlights: The great forest road
Early breakfast and departure for Satpura. Scenic route via Wardha and Betul; countryside lunch stop. En-route halt for landscape photography near Betul ghat section. Evening arrival at our lodge, check-in and unwind. Overnight at Satpura.
 
Day 6: Satpura Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Highlights: Rugged ridges & river views​
Morning Safari: Cross Denwa River by boat and enter Satpura’s dense forests.  Look for leopards, sloth bears, and Malabar giant squirrels. Return for breakfast and rest.
Afternoon Safari: Explore Churna or Madhai zones — rocky cliffs, deep ravines, and tranquil pools. Dinner and campfire stories. Overnight at Satpura.
 
Day 7: Satpura Canoe Safari & Night Drive

Highlights: Unique water and nocturnal experience
Morning Canoe Safari: Drift along the Denwa backwaters — look for otters, hornbills, and crocodiles. Post-lunch jeep safari or walking trail with guide. Optional Night Safari (Buffer Zone): Spot civets, porcupines, and flying squirrels. Overnight at Satpura.
 
Day 8: Rest & Exploration Day

Highlights: Break between jungles
Slow morning with breakfast overlooking the river.  Optional half-day excursion to Pachmarhi plateau or Bhimbetka caves (UNESCO). Evening at leisure - yoga, massage, or riverside sunset. Overnight at Satpura.
 
Day 9: Satpura → Kanha (Drive 340 km / 7 hrs)

Highlights: Across the heart of India
Early departure after breakfast. Lunch en-route at countryside dhaba or eco-resort. Evening arrival in Kanha; check-in and relax. Overnight at Kanha.

 
Day 10: Kanha Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Highlights: Land of the Barasingha
Morning Safari: Explore Kanha meadow and Kisli range; sight herds of swamp deer and gaur.  Return to lodge for breakfast and rest.
Afternoon Safari: Visit Mukki or Kanha zones; look for tigers along the Banjar river. Evening campfire talk about the jungle folklore and stories. Overnight at Kanha.
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Day 11: Kanha Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Highlights: Land of the Barasingha
Morning drive deep into the core — birds, barasingha, and carnivores. Afternoon safari focusing on tiger tracking and photography. Optional evening tribal dance or local cuisine session.
 Overnight at Kanha.
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Day 12: Kanha → Pench (Drive 200 km / 4–5 hrs)
Highlights: Journey through the tiger corridor
Breakfast and departure for Pench via Seoni. Stop en-route at the original “Mowgli land” landscapes. Check-in at Pench lodge. Have out first foray into the Pench Jungle with the Evening Safari. Overnight at Pench.
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Day 13: Pench Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Highlights: Kipling’s Jungle Book comes alive
Morning Safari: Explore Turia or Karmajhiri ranges — classic teak forest, dry riverbeds, and big cat territories. Return for lunch and siesta.
Afternoon Safari: Chance encounters with wild dogs and leopards. Dinner with “Stories from the Jungle Book” presentation. Overnight at Pench.
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Day 14: Pench Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Highlights: Farewell to the wild
Morning and evening safaris across contrasting zones — meadows and bamboo thickets. Capture your final tiger sightings and group photographs. Special Farewell dinner and certificate districution for completing the Tiger Marathon. Overnight at Pench.
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Day 11: Pench → Nagpur (120 km / 2 hrs) | Departure
Highlights: Journey’s end
Early breakfast, drive to Nagpur. Drop at airport or railway station for onward travel. End of Tour -  but the roar stays with you.
Trip Overview

Trip Overview

  • Accommodation for 14 Nights at Tadoba, Satpuda, Kanha and Pench on twin sharing basis.

  • All meals (B/L/D) from Day 1 dinner to Day 15 lunch. 

  • Daily tea, coffee and refreshments

  • 20 Guided jeep safaris with permits & naturalist support in the 4 National parks.

  • All park entry fees, forest permits, and camera fees (as applicable).

  • Private AC vehicle with driver throughout

  • All applicable toll charges on the Road.

  • Services of a Nemophilist Tour Leader / Naturalist throughout the journey.

  • ​Bottled water during road journeys and safaris.

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