Moderate
3 to 4 sites per day
India Tiger Tour with Mumbai
Wildlife and Safari
Your Journey
Overview & Highlights
Discover the perfect blend of city life and wilderness on this 10 days India Tiger Tour with Mumbai, designed for travelers seeking both culture and wildlife. Begin with a short stay in Mumbai, exploring its iconic landmarks and nearby Elephanta Island, before heading into Central India’s most renowned tiger reserves. Enjoy multiple jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Pench, offering excellent opportunities to spot Bengal tigers and other wildlife in their natural habitat. With well-planned travel and comfortable stays, this journey delivers an immersive and rewarding wildlife experience. Book now or customize this tour for an incredible holiday!
Explore Mumbai's mix of historic landmarks, coastal beauty, and bustling street
Experience the thrill of Bandhavgarh National Park, known for its high
Experience Kanha National Park, the inspiration behind The Jungle Book, known
Explore Pench National Park, a lush haven of diverse wildlife
Day by Day
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Mumbai International Airport, our driver will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to unwind and explore at your own pace. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour of Mumbai, the City that Never Sleeps. Start your sightseeing with a photo stop at the iconic Gateway of India. Next, take a ferry from Mumbai Harbour to Elephanta Island, which is approximately a 1.5 hour journey one way. Elephanta Island is famous for its ancient caves dating back to the 5th century BC. In the afternoon, return by ferry and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, now known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, which houses fascinating artifacts from the Indus Valley Civilization. If time permits, visit Mani Bhavan, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Please note: Elephanta Island remains closed from May to September and on Mondays. Kindly plan your visit accordingly.
In the morning, as per your flight timing, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Mumbai and transfer you to Mumbai Airport for your flight to Jabalpur. Upon arrival at Jabalpur Airport, our local driver will receive you and drive you to Bandhavgarh National Park. Once the hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Rewa, the park is now well known for its high tiger density. Upon arrival, check in at your resort. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at the resort.
Early in the morning around 05:00 AM, our driver will pick you up from your resort and take you to your assigned safari gate in Bandhavgarh for your first jeep safari. Bandhavgarh is known for one of the highest densities of Bengal tigers in India, giving you strong chances of sightings, and occasionally tigers are also seen near villages or on the way to the gate. The park is home to around 150 bird species, including Bay-backed Shrike, White-eyed Buzzard, and Indian Moorhen. Return to the resort for breakfast. In the afternoon, head out for another jeep safari to improve your chances of spotting wildlife, and visit the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort, located at 811 meters and believed to be over 2,000 years old, with 39 rock cut caves. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Bandhavgarh National Park.
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Kanha National Park - one of the most well-maintained national parks in Asia. This park was an inspiration behind the popular novel by Rudyard Kipling - The Jungle Book. Spread in 940 sq. km of land, this national park has Indian wild dogs, Royal Bengal Tiger, sloth bears, leopards, and barasingha in good numbers. Upon arrival at the national park, check-in at the resort. Rest of the day at leisure, indulge yourself in leisure activities such as taking a walk in the nearby area and so on. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Kanha National Park.
Early in the morning, head out for your first jeep safari in Kanha National Park, known for its Bengal tiger sightings. Kanha is also home to the rare hard ground barasingha, along with leopards, gaur, wild dogs known as dhole, and several species of deer. Birdlife here includes Crested Serpent Eagle, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Red headed Vulture, and Green Munia. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast. In the afternoon, head out for another jeep safari to improve your chances of spotting the Bengal tiger in its natural habitat, and visit Bamni Dadar, also known as Sunset Point. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast at the resort, head to Pench National Park, the real-life setting of Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book.' Spanning approximately 758 sq. km, Pench is renowned for its rich biodiversity and historical mention in Ain-i-Akbari. It was honoured with the Best Management Award in 2011. Upon arrival, check in at the resort and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Engage in activities of your choice or simply unwind in the tranquil surroundings. Overnight stay at the resort.
Today, head out for morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Pench National Park, exploring a landscape of teak forests, grasslands, and riverine patches. With an experienced naturalist, follow fresh tracks and alarm calls as you search for tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and sloth bears, along with herds of deer moving across the clearings. The park’s varied terrain keeps every drive different, offering both close sightings and quiet moments in the wilderness. Dinner and overnight stay in Pench National Park.
After breakfast at the resort, our driver will transfer you to Nagpur airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai Airport, our local driver will receive you and transfer you to your hotel in Mumbai for an overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel or earlier as per your flight timing, our driver will transfer you to Mumbai International Airport to board a flight to your home or onward destination.
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What is Included in This Tour
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- Stay for 9 nights in 3 star deluxe hotels/resorts on twin or double sharing basis.
- Breakfast only at the hotel in Mumbai.
- All meals at the resort in Bandhavgarh National Park (B, L, D - Buffet / Fixed Menu).
- All meals at the resort in Kanha National Park (B, L, D - Buffet / Fixed Menu).
- All meals at the resort in Pench National Park (B, L, D - Buffet / Fixed Menu).
- 2 private jeep safaris at Bandhavgarh National Park.
- 2 private jeep safaris at Kanha National Park.
- 2 private jeep safaris at Pench National Park.
- English speaking local destination guide in Mumbai.
- All airport transfers, sightseeing, and inter-city travel are provided in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced chauffeur.
- For up to two guests, travel in a comfortable private sedan such as a Toyota Etios, Suzuki Dzire, or similar vehicle.
- For three guests, travel in a comfortable MUV vehicle such as Toyota Innova Crysta or a similar.
- For four or more guests, travel in an air-conditioned minivan such as a Tempo Traveller or a large private vehicle.
- Wildlife naturalists at Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Pench National Park.
- Personal assistance during arrival and departure.
- 1 mineral water bottle per person per day.
- All applicable taxes.
- Any International or domestic flights are not included.
- It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
- Please Note: Tour guides for specific languages, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Dutch, are also available on request basis at an additional cost.
- Any VISA fee (if applicable).
- Any monument entrance fee, camera fee.
- Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Where You Stay
Accommodation
Hotel Le Grande, Mumbai
Deluxe Hotel
Mumbai, India
Mogli Jungle Resort, Bandhavgarh
Deluxe Resort
Bandhavgarh National Park, India
Mogli Jungle Resort, Kanha
Deluxe Resort
Kanha National Park, IndiaImportant Information
Know Before You Go
Important Information
- If rooms are not available at the mentioned hotels, we will provide alternate hotels of a similar category. Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability.
- Please Note: Elephanta Island is closed from May to September and on every Monday.
- Safari access to specific zones is subject to availability. To secure your preferred safari bookings in your desired zones, we recommend booking your tours at least 90 days in advance. To book your safari, we require a clear photo of the traveler's passport, as mandated by the forest department.
- Once safaris are confirmed, the safari fees are non-refundable. Please carry your original valid passport or ID proof to present at the entry gate for safaris.
- The core zones for safaris remain closed every Wednesday at Bandhavgarh, Kanha, and Pench National Park. Plan accordingly!
- For easy communication on the go, consider downloading WhatsApp, as it is widely used in India.
- Transportation is provided according to the itinerary only and is not available on a disposal or point-to-point basis.
- Tipping in India is not compulsory, it is optional but appreciated. A small gratuity is expected in some cases; tip generously for exceptional service. The amount can range from $2, $5, $10 per day, or more, depending on satisfaction and the quality of service received.
- Any costs arising from natural calamities such as road blockages, political disturbances (e.g., strikes), etc., are to be borne by the client. We will not be held liable for any refunds or compensation claims resulting from these circumstances.
- India VISA: Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan do not need a visa to enter India. However, all other foreign nationals must obtain a visa to enter India. For more information, please check https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html.
Booking Information
Payment Terms
Payment Terms
A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 90 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 90 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.
Important Information
Cancellation
Cancellation
No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour, if you cancel this tour 91 days prior your tour start date. Read complete details at Cancellation Policy.
Traveler Stories
Customer Testimonials
Firsthand accounts from guests who explored India with our local team.
1 to 3 out of 4 Reviews
Judith Goodson
Australia
My husband and I have just returned from this amazing private tour with Alkof Holidays. Communication before and during the trip was excellent.My husband and I have just returned from this amazing private tour with Alkof Holidays. Communication before and during the trip was excellent. Having WhatsApp and an eSIM was very helpful, and any questions we had were answered quickly. Internal flights, boarding passes, and transfers were all clearly organized. Our focus was wildlife, but we were also very happy with the accommodation throughout the trip. We stayed at Kavish Gir Lion Resort and Aranyak Resorts near Kanha and Bandhavgarh. The rooms were spacious, the food was excellent, and the staff were always welcoming. Be prepared for some long road journeys and flights, but they are all part of the adventure. We appreciated arriving at the national park gates early each morning, as the cooler hours provided the best wildlife viewing opportunities. The wildlife sightings exceeded all expectations. At Gir National Park, we saw an incredible 26 Asiatic lions, including cubs, along with jackals, mongoose, wild boar, and many beautiful bird species. At Bandhavgarh, we were fortunate to spot six tigers, as well as Indian gaur, owls, hornbills, eagles, and vultures. One of the most memorable moments was watching a magnificent tiger slowly cross the road directly in front of our safari vehicle. Alkof Holidays and India made this trip truly unforgettable. We highly recommend Alkof Holidays to wildlife lovers and would happily travel with them again. A few tips for future travelers: bring binoculars, a good camera, and some extra tissues or toilet paper. We were also advised that mobile phones are not permitted during safaris in India's national parks, which was not an issue for us as keen photographers.
Harmen
Netherlands
The tiger tour to Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench arranged with Alkof Holidays was a very good experience. I realy reccomand other tourists to make a trip with your company.The tiger tour to Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench arranged with Alkof Holidays was a very good experience. I realy reccomand other tourists to make a trip with your company. The contact we had via whatsapp was always correct and with good information 🙏. I had an amazing time in India with a great tour in Delhi and memorable tigersafari’s in Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench 🐅🤩. Firoz is an excellent driver and a very caring man. Always on time, taking care of the safari’s and ready for having a chat 🥰. The hotels of Aranyak are a very good choice to stay at with a lot of comfort, excellent service and tasteful meals 👌
Michael Mcdowell
Australia
We did 9 Safaris and had our only Tiger sighting on the last one this morning much to our joy. Of course Taj have been superb in service and food and accommodation so 5 stars there.We did 9 Safaris and had our only Tiger sighting on the last one this morning much to our joy. Of course Taj have been superb in service and food and accommodation so 5 stars there. Mr Diamond is a very efficient and accommodating chap and it has been a pleasure to be looked after by him. I would say without a doubt that I will be highly recommending Alkof to any of our friends who are considering a trip to India. Personally, I am very impressed with Sanjeev alacrity and efficiency in answering my questions, kudos to you Sanjeev. Cheers Michael
Hilly
Netherlands
To make the tiger safari to Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench with Alkof Holidays was a unique experience to us. It has a very good price for a complete private tour.To make the tiger safari to Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench with Alkof Holidays was a unique experience to us. It has a very good price for a complete private tour. Everything was perfect organized with 24/7 support. When there was any question, they always replied in a few minutes. Anytime of the day, even very late at night. That gave us a very safe feeling. Friendly local guides, good and clean hotels and eco friendly resorts. Everything was perfect. To meet the tigers made of course everything complete. This tour gave us the time of our life and we look forward to make a new trip with this company again.