Culture and Wildlife in Central India

Bhopal combines scenic beauty, history and modernity. It offers many natural as well as artificial lakes and is one of India's greenest cities. Visit Asia's largest masjid (mosque) - the Jama Masjid, as well as the Moti Masjid and Taj-Ul-Masjid. Witness the Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple built by the Birla dynasty in devotion to Laxmi, the Goddess of Wealth. Marvel at the white alabaster Shaukat Mahal and brick-red Sadar Manzil, two architectural wonders with Indo-Islamic and European influence, which were both allegedly designed by a French architect, and are situated within lovely gardens. Visit the Performing Arts and Tribal Habitat, also known as the Museum of Mankind. (Full Day, Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy)

Discover the natural beauty of Satpura National Park, nestled in India's Central Highlands. Accompanied by experienced naturalists, head out into the rugged wilderness characterized by sandstone peaks and ravines, amid dense forests. Apart from traditional 4x4 jeep safaris, you can hop into a boat and cruise the waters, or explore the region on foot at your own pace. Discover a variety of wildlife including antelopes, leopards, porcupines, black bucks, wild boars, foxes and sloth bears among others, emerge from behind lush cover. You'll also find several species of birds under the forest canopy. Tigers often lie camouflaged between tall grasses and if you’re lucky, you may just spot one!. (Best time to travel: October - March; Time of Day: Morning ; Duration: 3 hrs; Fixed time: Yes; Private Activity; Fitness level: Easy)

Wild wonders galore! In the morning, take a thrilling wildlife safari in an open jeep with your experienced tracker and guide, and fellow guests, at Pench Tiger Reserve. Across a gently sloping, undulating land marred with sheltered valleys, Pench boasts the highest density of herbivores in India! Experience the thrill of tracking a Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat, listening to the sounds of the forest and following tracks and signs left behind by these majestic beasts. The topography changes as you travel through the reserve, and you’ll see many birds and animals through the shrubbery - from the bison, Sambar deer, Nilgai, wild boars and jackal, to hyenas and porcupines. If you’re lucky, you’ll come face to face with a tiger - a highlight that will remain etched forever in your memory! (Half Day; Time of Day: Morning, 0600 hrs; Duration: 3.5 hrs; Fixed time: Yes; Shared Activity & Transfers; Fitness level: Easy; Please note that the park is open between 15 October and 30 June every year.Please note that each jeep will accommodate 6 people in total)