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PHOTO CREDIT: TIGER FAMILY BY INDRAJIT LATEY
TRAVEL ITINERARY
INDIA
EXPEDITION
Kanha, Pench & Satpura
27 February to 11 March 2021
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TOUR AT A GLANCE
Day Date Location Accommodation
01 27 Feb 21 Delhi Delhi JW Marriott - Deluxe Room (BB)
02 28 Feb 21 Kanha National Park Kanha Jungle Lodge - Deluxe Cottage (FB)
03 01 Mar 21 Kanha National Park Kanha Jungle Lodge - Deluxe Cottage (FB)
04 02 Mar 21 Kanha National Park Kanha Jungle Lodge - Deluxe Cottage (FB)
05 03 Mar 21 Kanha National Park Kanha Jungle Lodge - Deluxe Cottage (FB)
06 04 Mar 21 Pench National Park Jamtara Wilderness Camp - Luxury Tent (FB)
07 05 Mar 21 Pench National Park Jamtara Wilderness Camp - Luxury Tent (FB)
08 06 Mar 21 Pench National Park Jamtara Wilderness Camp - Luxury Tent (FB)
09 07 Mar 21 Satpura National Park Reni Pani Jungle Lodge - Luxury Tent (FB)
10 08 Mar 21 Satpura National Park Reni Pani Jungle Lodge - Luxury Tent (FB)
11 09 Mar 21 Satpura National Park Reni Pani Jungle Lodge - Luxury Tent (FB)
12 10 Mar 21 Delhi Delhi JW Marriott - Deluxe Room (DBB)
13 11 Mar 21 Day of departure
FB = full board (3 meals per day) BB = bed and breakfast DBB = dinner, bed and breakfast
FI = fully inclusive (all meals, snacks and standard beverages) RO = room only
PHOTO CREDIT: TIGRESS BY INDRAJIT LATEY
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LOCATION: DELHI
IN: 27 FEBRUARY 2021 | OUT: 28 FEBRUARY 2021
IN: 10 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 11 MARCH 2021
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. While most people choose Delhi as a port
of arrival and departure, a day trip into the city can be rewarding. The walled city of Old Delhi is
contrasted to the cosmopolitan New Delhi. Old Delhi is home to Raj Ghat - the memorial site, where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India; and the Red Fort - once
the most opulent fort and palace of the Mughal Empire. A sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would
include a drive along the ceremonial avenue past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the
President's Residence and a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Before returning to the hotel, one
may wish to enjoy some time shopping, some of the best to be had in India.
PHOTO CREDIT: HUMAYUNS TOMB & RED FORT
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ACCOMMODATION: DELHI JW MARRIOTT
IN: 27 FEBRUARY 2021 | OUT: 28 FEBRUARY 2021
IN: 10 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 11 MARCH 2021
Luxury and convenience converge at the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity. Located adjacent to
the Indira Gandhi International Airport, the hotel offers accessibility without sacrificing style. Relax
in spacious, modern accommodations. On-site amenities include a full-service spa, a full modern
fitness centre and an impressive outdoor pool, with seven on-site restaurants, including Akira Back,
which serves inventive Japanese cuisine with a Korean twist.
Rates include: Accommodation and breakfast
2x Deluxe Double Room
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LOCATION: KANHA NATIONAL PARK
IN: 28 FEBRUARY 2021 | OUT: 4 MARCH 2021
Located deep 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 of Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera and Shere Khan 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 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, 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. The rich habitat of this scenically stunning park also offers exceptional birding including the
Red Junglefowl (the original chicken) and the beautiful Indian Peafowl both of which are now
encountered and known all over the world. Other widespread species that you are likely to encounter
include Crested Serpent Eagle, Indian Roller, Jungle Bush Quail, Indian and Savannah Nightjars,
Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, Yellow-eyed Babbler and the bizarre Greater Racket-tailed Drongo.
PHOTO CREDIT: TIGER DRINKING BY INDRAJIT LATEY & PEACOCK DISPLAY BY JONATHAN CARAMANUS
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ACCOMMODATION: KANHA JUNGLE LODGE
IN: 28 FEBRUARY 2021 | OUT: 4 MARCH 2021
Kanha Jungle Lodge offers 18 spacious rooms, 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.
Rates include: Full board accommodation, Jeep safaris, still camera fee and entrance fees
2x Deluxe Double Cottage
www.kanhajunglelodge.com
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LOCATION: PENCH NATIONAL PARK
IN: 4 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 7 MARCH 2021
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 the jungle. 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 while their ears nervously scan for the footfall of a Tiger. 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 awesome
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. The over 170 species of birds include Junglefowl
(a robust descendant of a rooster), Indian Peafowl, ever-present 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: INDIAN DHOLE BY LARRY JACKSON & CHITAL BY INDRAJIT LATEY
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ACCOMMODATION: JAMTARA WILDERNESS CAMP
IN: 4 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 7 MARCH 2021
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 being 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.
Rates include: Full board accommodation, Jeep safaris, still camera fee and entrance fees
2x Luxury Double Tent
www.jamtarawilderness.com
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LOCATION: SATPURA NATIONAL PARK
IN: 7 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 10 MARCH 2021
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 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 Sloth
Bear and this is certainly one of the best places in India to sight this sought after 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: SLOTH BEAR BY JAMES KYDD & LEOPARD BY INDRAJIT LATEY
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ACCOMMODATION: RENI PANI JUNGLE LODGE
IN: 7 MARCH 2021 | OUT: 10 MARCH 2021
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 are 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
2x Luxury Double Tent
www.renipanijunglelodge.com
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DAILY DETAIL
Sat 27 February Delhi
On your arrival in Delhi, you will be met airside by our representative, who will assist you through
customs and immigration before transferring you to your hotel, where you will meet up with your
Bellingham Safaris tour leader for the start of your fabulous India tour.
Transfer: Indira Gandhi International Airport to JW Marriott
Overnight: Delhi JW Marriott
Sun 28 February Kanha National Park
Today you transfer back to the airport for your flight to Raipur followed by a road transfer to Kanha
National Park.
Transfer: JW Marriott Hotel to Indira Gandhi International Airport
Collection: time to be announced
Flight: Indira Gandhi International Airport to Raipur Airport IndiGo 6E-2393
Departure: 08:30
Arrival: 10:20
Transfer: Raipur Airport to Kanha National Park (approx. 230km / 4hrs)
Overnight: Kanha Jungle Lodge
Mon 1 to Wed 3 March Kanha National Park
At Kanha you will embark on morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 vehicles in search of the
Park’s spectacular wildlife. On one of the days, you will have a full day Park permit which will help to
ensure that you get quality time with all the wildlife highlights of the park (especially tiger!) as you will
have access to the park during the quieter hours (normal permits allow only a morning and afternoon
safari).
Overnight: Kanha Jungle Lodge
Thu 4 March Pench National Park
Today after a morning safari, you depart Kanha by road for Pench National Park travelling through
rural countryside, colourful towns and villages.
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Transfer: Kanha to Pench National Park (approx. 200km / 4.5hrs)
Collection: 11h30
Overnight: Jamtara Wilderness Camp
Fri 5 to Sat 6 March Pench National Park
At Pench you will embark on morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 vehicles. This park, with
its undulating land of fairly open canopy of mixed forest, predominantly teak, with open grassy
patches, boasts the highest density of herbivores in any Indian park. Sightings of the big game,
including leopard, tiger, jungle cat, dhole (Indian wild dog), sloth bear, wild boar and gaur will also
impress!
Overnight: Jamtara Wilderness Camp
Sun 7 March Satpura National Park
Today after a morning safari you travel by road to Satpura.
Transfer: Pench to Satpura National Park (approx. 200km / 5hrs)
Collection: 11h30
Overnight: Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Mon 8 to Tue 9 March Satpura National Park
During your time here, you will have the opportunity to explore the Park by Jeep, which is the best
way to discover large areas of the park in search of wildlife. You will however also have the chance to
have a different perspective either on foot or by boat. During the walking safaris you may get to
experience some of the smaller aspects of the jungle, while boating will allow you to get close to
aquatic birds, crocodiles and other wildlife along the river.
Overnight: Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Wed 10 March Delhi
After a morning safari, you will transfer to Bhopal airport in time for your flight to Delhi. Upon arrival
in Delhi, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Transfer: Satpura National Park to Bhopal Airport (approx. 180km / 4hrs)
Collection: time to be announced
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Flight: Bhopal to Indira Gandhi International Airport IndiGo 6E-2052
Departure: 17:00
Arrival: 18:40
Transfer: Indira Gandhi International Airport to Delhi JW Marriott
Overnight: Delhi JW Marriott
Thu 11 March Day of Departure
This morning after breakfast you will transfer to the airport in time for your international flights home
and it is here where you will bid farewell to your guides and your tour with Bellingham Safaris
concludes, with many wonderful memories to cherish until your next adventure.
Transfer: Delhi JW Marriott to Indira Gandhi International Airport
Collection: time to be announced
COST OVERVIEW
These costs are based on 4 adults travelling
Per adult in double room US$ 9,780.00
INCLUDES
Accommodation at the JW Marriott in Delhi on a bed and breakfast basis on day 1
Accommodation at the JW Marriott in Delhi on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis on day 12
Accommodation on a full board basis at Kanha Jungle Lodge, Jamtara Wilderness Camp & Reni
Pani Jungle Lodge
VIP airport assistance in Delhi on arrival
Domestic flights Delhi-Raipur, Bhopal-Delhi in economy class with 20kg baggage allowance per
person
All road transfers and sightseeing in air-conditioned vehicles
Services of specialist Bellingham Safaris tour leader
Services of local naturalist guide
Private 4x4 vehicle safaris at Kanha, Pench and Satpura National Parks
1 full day Jeep safari permit in Kanha
National park and entrance fees
Mineral water during all transfers and at lodges and during safaris
Mandatory Indian government service tax
Local staff gratuities
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EXCLUDES
Beverages
Laundry
International flights to and from Delhi
Items of personal nature
Telephone calls
Video camera fees
Visa fees (please be sure to check if visas are required)
Travel Insurance
Excess baggage costs
Local naturalist guide and tour leader gratuities
Any items not included in the inclusions above
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 with a 3% margin (the typical
exchange rate applied by credit card companies), using this source: http://www.oanda.com – the
currency quoted is plugged into the “Currency I Want” and the INTERBANK +/- is adjusted to 3%
automatically generating the rate of the day. Guests are given 7 days to process with wire, after which
we may need to update the exchange rate.
Please note
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.
Scheduled tour prices are based on group numbers and should the need arise there may be a
small group supplement. However if this does occur you have the right to cancel your tour
without incurring any cancellation charges as long as you notify Bellingham Safaris within 7 days of
the announcement. The announcement will be made prior to final invoicing.
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 re-
costing.
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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.
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. Should your weight be
above the limit set by an airline, a surcharge may be applicable, over and above the quoted tour
price. 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
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.
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