SATPURA, PENCH AND KANHA

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PHOTO CREDIT: INDRAJIT LATEY
SATPURA, PENCH AND KANHA
Bellingham Safaris Scheduled Tour
India
27 February to 10 March 2017/2018
BELLINGHAM SAFARIS | TEL: +27-(0)21-783-4380 | WWW.BELLINGHAMSAFARIS.COM
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Q100086 | BELLINGHAM SAFARIS SCHEDULED INDIA TOUR 2017/2018
India is justly famous for its iconic mammalian mega fauna, foremost of which is the Royal
Bengal Tiger. This regal cat, the largest of all felines, may sadly be the first of the big cats
that we condemn to extinction, and the opportunity to encounter this majestic beast is the
apex of India’s wildlife highlights. This being said India’s wildlife includes a host of other
magical mammals and in order to give you a complete experience and excellent chances for
Dole and Sloth Bear you will spend time at 3 different reserves – Kanha, Pench and
Satpura.
TOUR MAP
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TOUR AT A GLANCE
Day
Date
Location
Accommodation
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27 Feb
Delhi
Lemon Tree Hotel or similar
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28 Feb
Satpura National Park
Reni Pani Lodge
03
1 Mar
Reni Pani Lodge
04
2 Mar
Reni Pani Lodge
05
3 Mar
Pench National Park
Jamtara Wilderness Camp
06
4 Mar
Pench National Park
Jamtara Wilderness Camp
07
5 Mar
Kanha National Park
Kanha Jungle Lodge
08
6 Mar
Kanha National Park
Kanha Jungle Lodge
09
7 Mar
Kanha National Park
Kanha Jungle Lodge
10
8 Mar
Kanha National Park
Kanha Jungle Lodge
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9 Mar
Delhi
Lemon Tree Hotel or similar
12
10 Mar
Day of departure
COST OVERVIEW
These costs are based on 8 to 10 adults travelling
Per adult in double room 27 Feb to 10 Mar 2017
$ 6 970,00
Single Supplement 27 Feb to 10 Mar 2017
$ 1 250,00
Per adult in double room 27 Feb to 10 Mar 2018
$ 7 670,00
Single Supplement 27 Feb to 10 Mar 2018
$ 1 375,00
INCLUDES
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Accommodation
Meals and soft drinks
All internal flights as specified
Ground transportation
Activities as specified
Services of a specialist Bellingham Safaris Guide
Local staff gratuities
EXCLUDES
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Premium brand drinks, champagne, cognacs, cellar wines, cigars and cigarettes
Items of personal nature
Visa fees (please be sure to check if visas are required)
Travel Insurance
Excess baggage costs
Any items not included in the inclusions above
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LOCATION: SATPURA
IN: 28 FEBRUARY | OUT: 3 MARCH
Satpura National Park covers 524 square kilometres of protected forest. It is classified as part of the
Eastern Highlands moist deciduous forests eco-region and forms part of a zone of steady transition
between the forests of Eastern and Western India. Its terrain of tall mountains, perennial rivers, deep
gorges, sandstone peaks and waterfalls make it rich in biodiversity. The careful observer will thus
come across stands of Teak, Indian butter tree and Sal. The action of water within this rugged terrain
has resulted in the formation of many caves and shelters, which along with the dense forests, make it
the perfect habitat for animals such as Kipling’s “Baloo”; a celebration of the nocturnal Sloth Bear and
this is certainly one of the best places in India to sight this mega mammal. You will take morning and
afternoon safaris either by jeep, Elephant or canoe. Remarkably you are also able to head out on foot
– a rare privilege in Indian National Parks and a thrilling experience in Tiger country! Apart from an
impressive suite of Tiger, Leopard, and Sloth Bear, the area is also home to Gaur (Indian Bison),
Chousingha (the world’s only four-horned antelope), Nilgai, Dhole (Indian Wild dog), Indian Wolf,
Striped Hyaena and the Rhesus Macaque. The Malabar Giant Squirrel and the Mouse Deer, unusual
species for Central India, have also been spotted here. Among the smaller mammals reported are the
Indian Civet, Palm Civet, Indian Porcupine, Bengal Fox, Black-naped Hare, Jungle and Rusty Spotted
Cat and Flying squirrel. Hornbill and Peafowl are showy birds amongst a plethora of avian delights.
PHOTO CREDIT: JAMES KYDD, RENI PANI LODGE
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LOCATION: PENCH NATIONAL PARK
IN: 3 MARCH | OUT: 5 MARCH
Pench and neighbouring Kanha are the original setting of Kipling’s, The Jungle Book. Here you will set
out by jeep on morning and afternoon drives into the heart of Kipling’s Jungle Book. Endless groves
of impressive Teak climb into the skies, a legacy of the royal hunting conservancies of the past.
Pench has the highest large herbivore density in India. Herds of Chital graze, with intricate antlers
and white spots on their copper coats. Lord of the forest must be the Sambar with a dark coat and
majestic set of antlers. The strange Nilgai (Blue Bull) appears on occasion. Sounders of Wild Boar trot
together seeking out tubers and grubs. You may encounter the impressive Gaur, the body-builder of
the Indian forest that can weigh just over a ton. Predator sightings can be exceptional with both Tiger
and Leopard. With a sprinkling of luck Sloth Bear may be seen hunting termites. Golden Jackals
abound and you may witness interactions between these canids at carcasses, fiercely defending their
scraps from each other and chasing off vultures. Perhaps the highlight mammal of Pench is the
athletic Dhole, or Indian Wild Dog. Dhole closely resemble African Wild Dog in social structure, relying
heavily on cooperation between members of the pack. The bird life is almost fictional. Over 170
species of birds include Junglefowl (a robust descendant of a rooster), Peafowl, Jungle Babblers,
Greater Racket-tailed Drongos, Indian Scops Owl, Black-rumped Flame-backs, Indian Rollers, Malabar
Pied Hornbills, Rufous Treepies and flocks of Scaly-breasted Munias to name a few.
PHOTO CREDIT: JAMES KYDD, JONATHAN CARAMANUS
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LOCATION: KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Located in the heart of India, this Project Tiger Reserve is a scenic wonderland of Sal forest and
bamboo thickets interspersed with rolling grasslands, scrub covered ridges and meandering streams.
This is the classic untamed India as immortalized in Kipling’s The Jungle Book. Kanha’s fabulous large
mammals are what has led to its fame and popularity, first as hunting grounds for the wealthy
Maharajas, then as a protected area in 1933 and finally as a national park in 1955. Although the
regal Bengal Tiger will be the target for this leg of the tour, this is far from a single species quest.
The park also has a thriving population of Leopard while you also have fair chances for Dhole,
Chousingha, Gaur, the endangered hard-ground Barasingha (this being the only place where this sub
species of deer persists), Barking Deer, Ruddy Mongoose, Asiatic (Golden) Jackal and with a healthy
dose of luck, the mysterious Indian Wolf in the far east of the park or the rarely seen Pangolin or
Blackbuck. Large groups of Chital (Spotted Deer), grazing in the open tend to be more reminiscent of
the savannas of East Africa than of India, and are the most abundant prey species for Tiger. This
scenically stunning park offers excellent birding including the Red Junglefowl, smaller numbers of Red
Spurfowl, and the resplendent Indian Peafowl, as well as Crested Serpent Eagle, White-eyed Buzzard
Shikra, Peregrine Falcon, Jungle Bush Quail, Indian and Savannah Nightjars, Yellow-footed Green
Pigeon, Yellow-eyed Babbler and the bizarre Greater Racket-tailed Drongo.
PHOTO CREDIT: JAMES KYDD, INDRAJIT LATEY
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ACCOMMODATION: RENI PANI LODGE
IN: 28 FEBRUARY | OUT: 3 MARCH
Reni Pani Jungle Lodge, located in a pristine forest typical of the Satpura Tiger Reserve,
gets its interesting name from a neighbouring tribal village. Reni Pani features twelve
luxury cottages encompassing three distinct architectural designs each being built using
local / indigenous material and characterized by viewing decks, large lounging bay-windows
and luxury bathrooms. The ‘Gol Ghar’ or the meeting place, has a fascinating and unique
design and features a dining area, a bar, a library and a lounge set in its various corners.
Rates include: Full board accommodation, 2 Jeep safaris per day, still camera fee and entrance fees.
www.renipanijunglelodge.com
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ACCOMMODATION: JAMTARA WILDERNESS CAMP
Situated in the Village of Jamtara, near Pench National Park, Jamtara Wilderness Lodge is a
10 luxury tented property in the heart of rural Pench. Surrounded by tall Arjuna Trees and
an ancient Banyan rooted on a dry riverbed, each tented room overlooks the forest which
set the perfect background to this jungle experience. Each luxury tent is designed to feel
light and open, allowing guests the optimum view of nature. With the option of rolling up
the front panels of the tent, guests can bring the outside in but still be in the privacy of
their own rooms. Although, these are tented rooms, the bathroom has been made into a
permanent structure for the comfort of guests.
www.jamtarawilderness.com
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ACCOMMODATION: KANHA JUNGLE LODGE
Kanha Jungle Lodge offers 18 spacious rooms and two new independent deluxe cottages
with private patios, overlooking a lush green forest. The rooms are all with modern facilities
including attached bath with running hot and cold showers and comfortable furniture. All
rooms are equipped with single, twin or double beds, with reading lights, a writing table
and lounge chairs, large luggage rack etc. and even a hot water bottle at night! Dimple and
Tarun the hosts are simply amazing and their magical touch has made this easily one of the
best lodge experiences in Kanha.
www.kanhajunglelodge.com
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DAILY DETAIL
Day 1, 27 Feb
Delhi
Your tour begins in bustling capital city of Delhi. On your arrival at the international airport
in Delhi and after clearing customs & immigration, your guide will be there to greet you and
transfer you to your hotel for your overnight stay. Described as the “colourful, crowded,
unruly heart of India”, Delhi is steeped in culture and history set against a backdrop of rich
and flamboyant architecture.
Transfer: Delhi International Airport to Lemon Tree Hotel
Overnight: Lemon Tree Hotel
Day 2, 28 Feb
Delhi to Satpura National Park
Today you transfer to the airport for your flights to Bhopal followed by a road transfer to
Satpura where you will spend three nights.
Transfer: Lemon Tree Hotel to Delhi International Airport
Flight: Delhi to Bhopal
Transfer: Bhopal to Satpura - approx. 180kms / 3 and half hours
Overnight: Reni Pani Lodge
Day 3 & 4, 1 to 2 Mar
You have two full days to explore Satpura National Park by way of game drives, walks,
Elephant safari and boat.
Overnight: Reni Pani Lodge
Day 5, 3 Mar
Satpura to Pench National Park
Today you depart Satpura by road for Pench National Park travelling through rural
countryside, colourful towns and villages.
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Transfer: Satpura to Pench - approx. 230 kms / 4-5 hours
Overnight: Jamtara Wilderness Camp
Day 6, 4 Mar
Pench National Park
At Pench you will embark on morning and afternoon game drives.
Overnight: Jamtara Wilderness Camp
Day 7, 5 Mar
Pench to Kanha National Park
Following a final morning safari at Pench, you depart by road for Kanha National Park.
Transfer: Pench to Kanha - approx. 230 kms / 5 hours
Overnight: Kanha Jungle Lodge
Day 8 - 10, 6 to 8 Mar
Kanha National Park
At Kanha you have two full days to explore the park by way of game drives.
Overnight: Kanha Jungle Lodge
Day 11, 9 Mar
Kanha to Delhi
Today following a final morning in the jungle, you depart for Delhi where you will overnight
before departing.
Transfer: Kanha to Raipur Airport - approx. 230kms / 5 hours
Flight: Raipur to Delhi
Transfer: Delhi International Airport to Lemon Tree Hotel
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Overnight: Lemon Tree Hotel
Day 12, 10 Mar
Day of Departure
Today you sadly bid farewell to your fellow travellers before your onward travels homeward
bound.
Transfer: Lemon Tree Hotel to Delhi International Airport
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Payment
In the event of a go ahead we will require a non-refundable 30% deposit and the balance to be
settled 2 months prior to arrival.
We may have to impose more stringent payment and cancellation terms, should that be demanded
of us by any of our individual suppliers that have been included in your itinerary.
The tour price is always fixed in the currency quoted, and the actual cost in the other currencies will
be adjusted according to prevailing exchange rates at the time of final invoicing (payments can be
made either in USD or ZAR). We use the exchange rate of the day minus 3% (the typical exchange
rate applied by credit card companies), using this source: http://www.oanda.com. Guests are given 7
days to process with wire, after which we may need to update the exchange rate.
Please note
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Upon confirmation of this tour, the cancellation policy for Bellingham Safaris will be effective
immediately and the parties agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions as stated in our
booking form. In the event of the Booking Form not being signed, the placement of any booking/s,
by any means including e-mail, shall be deemed to be confirmation that the Terms and Conditions
have been read, understood, any queries have been addressed to the satisfaction of the
parties and that the parties agree to be bound by thereto.
Rates quoted are subject to change if there are any increases in park fees, fuel, sales tax or
VAT, third-party services, currency fluctuations or any other circumstances beyond our control. We
will use our best endeavours to bring such changes to your attention, but you are nevertheless
bound thereby.
Prices are subject to unforeseen increases in tour related costs. Should an amendment in a
routing or itinerary be necessary, we will adjust the price but such adjustment will be for your
account.
If the number of nights or dates of travel or number of participants should change, this may
have an effect on the cost. We will re-cost accordingly and you agree to be bound by such recosting.
Please be sure to carefully check your visa requirements before your intended date of travel, as
Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary visa requirements not be
fulfilled. Please remember that in some cases you may need to apply for a multiple entry visa.
Please be sure to carefully check your passport requirements before your intended date of
travel, as Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary number of blank
pages and passport validity dates not be fulfilled.
Please consult your physician before you travel for advice on vaccinations and prophylaxis.
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Bellingham Safaris strongly advises that you take out comprehensive travel insurance covering
yourself for personal effects, cancellation and curtailment. Personal accident, medical and
emergency travel expense insurance is mandatory on any of our tours. Some activities and
services may have weight and/or height restrictions per guest. For the sake of your own
comfort, please advise us at time of booking if you are particularly bulky or tall and we will do our
best to accommodate you. Please note additional costs may apply.
Luggage restrictions are applicable including the use of hard suitcases. Details of luggage
restrictions per region are available on our pre-departure documentation. Please peruse all flight
information supplied by the airline concerned.
Some flights may involve stops before reaching the final destination. Please check your itinerary
and all flight information supplied by the airline concerned.
Although we will try to stick as closely to the itinerary as possible and include all the activities
mentioned there may be changes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Flights,
times and routes are subject to change without notice. Please make sure that you are aware
of the check-in times for flights and give yourself ample time in this regard.
Please advise us prior to booking should you have any health concerns. Also please notify us if
your age is above 80 as you may require a doctor’s certificate.
There may be some age restrictions with certain activities, most notably canoe rides and
walking.
All accommodations, activities and other services are subject to availability at the time of
booking
India
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All parks of Madhya Pradesh (includes Bandhavgarh and Kanha) remain closed for safaris on
Wednesday afternoons.
The Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays.
Last minute changes are an inherent risk in India, furthermore rules and regulations within the
parks may change, we will however try to stick as closely to the itinerary as possible.

SATPURA, PENCH AND KANHA

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