Early morning game safari into the Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Later drive to Pench (230 kms/06hrs). Pench: Pench Tiger Reserve, located in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, is the 19th Project Tiger Reserve and has been one of the best-kept secrets among wildlife enthusiasts who have long been acquainted with and bedazzled by its immensely varied flora and fauna. No wonder the area providing a backdrop for its wildlife viewing in the open canopy of mixed forest, predominantly teak, with open grassy patches, the park with its undulating land boasts the highest density of herbivores in any Indian park. The population of cheetal, or spotted deer, is particularly high and there is also an abundance of sambar and nilgai. Visitors cannot fail to be amazed by the mighty gaur or Indian bison, which shares its home with such diverse creatures as wild boar, sloth bear, dhole, and mongoose and jungle cat. As its name implies, the park is also home to the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and the equally shy leopard. The birdlife has been described by visitors as some of the best in India and among the 250 or so species are Malabar pied hornbills, painted stork, long-tailed shrikes, kingfishers, blue jays and birds of paradise as well as crested serpent eagles, changeable hawk eagles and vultures. The picturesque Pench River, which winds its way through the park, is a magnet for all birds, particularly during the winter migration when the area teems with visitors including Brahmini ducks and bar-headed geese. Lying on the southern slopes of the Satpura ranges, the tiger reserve covers just over 757 sq kms and is two hours by road from Nagpur. While still known locally as Pench National Park, its name was changed in November 2002 to Indira Priyadarshini Pench National Park in honour of the late Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi. Upon arrival check-in to the Pench Jungle Camp. Pench Jungle Camp: An oasis of calm in an all-too troubled world, the Pench Jungle Camp offers the discerning guest the chance to experience the beauty of the wild coupled with luxurious living. The resort is the ideal place to free oneself from the stresses and strains of 21st-century living. Each tent is housed on a raised platform with ensuite facilities. Centrally located common facilities include a spacious dining hall and sitting lounge cum library.

Overnight stay in Pench.