Got a weekend, or just a couple of days free? This short break gives you a real taste of Pench National Park without taking leave for a week. You stay at a comfortable resort close to the forest, head out on a jeep safari with an experienced driver and guide, and still have time to slow down and enjoy the jungle around you.
Travel to and from Nagpur is on your own, but we’re happy to arrange a cab. If you’d like more time in the forest, we can add extra safaris or another night.
Places covered: Pench National Park, a gate such as Turia or Karmajhiri (as allotted), and the Pench river.
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Highlights
- The forest behind the Jungle Book
- Tigers, leopards and dholes
- About 2 hours from Nagpur airport
- Night safaris possible in buffer zones (extra)
Day by day itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Jungle Safari
Arrival: Make your way to Pench National Park from Nagpur (about 2 hours). We can arrange a cab on request. Land at Nagpur, drive to Pench and check in at your resort near the Turia gate.
Afternoon safari: Head into Pench for a jeep safari. The Jungle Book landscape of teak forest, grassy patches and the Pench river is easy to scan, and the park is known for tigers, leopards and packs of dholes. Look for gaur, sambar and spotted deer near the river crossings. Safari timings change with the season and are set by the Forest Department.
Evening: Back at the resort, unwind over dinner. If you’d like, try a night safari in a buffer zone (extra, where available). Overnight stay at the resort.
Day 2: Morning in the Wild and Departure
Early morning: Add a morning safari in Karmajhiri or a buffer zone (extra, subject to permits), or enjoy a birding walk near the resort before breakfast.
Breakfast: Return for a relaxed breakfast and take in the forest views one last time.
Departure: Check out and head home. Drive back to Nagpur for your flight, or continue to Tadoba or Kanha.
Safari timings, zones and the order of activities may change based on Forest Department rules and permit availability.
Inclusions and exclusions
What's included
- Stay in a comfortable wildlife resort near the park
- Dinner and breakfast
- 1 jeep safari, as per the itinerary
- Experienced driver and guide on safari
- Bonfire (seasonal)
- All applicable hotel taxes
Not included
- Travel to and from Nagpur
- Additional safaris or premium safari upgrades
- Government entry, permit and camera fees, unless shown as included in your quote
- Lunch and personal expenses such as laundry and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Safari permits and Forest Rest House rooms are applied for on your behalf and are subject to Forest Department quotas and availability. Government fees are charged at actual rates.
Things to carry
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A cap or hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Neutral coloured clothes (khaki, olive, brown)
- Warm layers for winter mornings in an open jeep
- Binoculars and a camera with a zoom lens
- Original photo ID (must match your safari permit)
- Reusable water bottle and energy bars
- Personal medicines and a small first aid kit
Price
Prices depend on your dates, group size, room category and safari zone.
Price on requestSend us your travel date and we'll reply with a written, itemised quote. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
Good to know
New to Pench? Read our Pench National Park safari guide for zones, the best time to visit and how to get there.
FAQs
How many safaris are included in this Pench package?
One jeep safari is included. We can add more safaris on request, depending on permit availability, and show the extra cost in your quote.
Is transport included?
Travel to and from Nagpur is not included, but we can arrange a cab for you at an extra cost.
Is Eagle Safaris the official booking website for Pench?
No. Eagle Safaris is a private travel company. Safari permits are issued by the Forest Department and can also be booked on official portals. Our service charges are shown separately in your quote.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations 30 or more days before travel are refunded minus a 10% administration charge, 15 to 29 days before travel receive a 50% refund, and within 14 days no refund applies. Government fees follow the Forest Department's own rules.
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