The Great India Predator Expedition: Panther, Lions, & Tigers

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to the Kabini region of Nagarhole National Park, one of India’s premier wildlife destinations and world-famous for sightings of the elusive Black Panther. This area was once the exclusive hunting reserve of the Wadiyar dynasty of Mysore and today stands as a thriving habitat for diverse wildlife. Upon arrival, check in at your resort and take some time to relax. In the afternoon, proceed for a boat safari on the Kabini River, a unique experience that allows you to witness wildlife along the water’s edge. The region is home to elephants, leopards (including the rare Black Panther), tigers, Indian bison (gaur), spotted deer, sambar, and an impressive variety of birds such as the Malabar grey hornbill, crested serpent eagle, and cormorants. After the safari, return to the resort to enjoy the peaceful jungle atmosphere. Overnight stay at the resort.

Early in the morning, head for a wildlife safari in the Kabini region of Nagarhole National Park, where you’ll explore one of India’s richest tiger and leopard habitats, with the rare Black Panther being the star attraction for wildlife enthusiasts. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast and leisure time. In the afternoon, proceed for another safari to increase your chances of spotting the region’s diverse wildlife, including elephants, gaurs, deer, and an array of bird species. After the safari, return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Please note that the safaris are conducted in shared jeeps or canters and are strictly subject to availability as per the national park’s regulations.

Early in the morning, enjoy your final safari in the Kabini region, offering another opportunity to witness the area’s incredible wildlife, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and a rich diversity of birdlife. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast. Later check out from your resort, and begin your drive back to Bangalore. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast or earlier as per your flight timing, our driver will transfer you to Bangalore Airport to board a flight to Rajkot. Upon arrival at Rajkot Airport, our local driver will receive you and transfer to the Gir National Park. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Gir National Park.

Early in the morning, set out for a private jeep safari in Gir National Park, the only habitat of the endangered Asiatic lions in the world. Accompanied by an expert naturalist, explore the rugged forest landscape in search of lions, leopards, and other wildlife species such as sambar, chital, nilgai, and an impressive variety of birds. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast and leisure time. In the afternoon, head back into the forest for another private jeep safari, offering further opportunities for exceptional wildlife sightings and photography. After the safari, return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

Begin your day with an early morning private jeep safari in Gir National Park, venturing deep into the forest as the wildlife becomes most active. This additional safari enhances your chances of witnessing the endangered Asiatic lions in their natural habitat, along with leopards, jackals, deer species, and a rich array of birdlife. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast and time to relax. In the afternoon, set out once again for a private jeep safari, exploring a different zone of the park to maximize wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities. After completing your safari, return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, our driver will transfer you to Rajkot Airport to board a flight to Nagpur. Upon arrival at Nagpur Airport, our local driver will receive you and transfer you to the hotel in Nagpur for overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Pench National Park. Spread over 758 sq. km, Pench is famously known as the inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book and is also mentioned in the Ain-i-Akbari for its abundant natural wealth. Awarded the Best Management Award in 2011, the park is celebrated for its rich biodiversity and exceptional wildlife experiences. Upon arrival, check in at your resort. Later in the afternoon, embark on a private guided jeep safari inside the park, offering a wonderful opportunity to spot the elusive Bengal tiger in its natural habitat. Other wildlife commonly sighted in Pench includes leopards, barking deer, sloth bears, porcupines, foxes, jungle cats, and wild dogs. Bird lovers can enjoy sightings of species such as the lesser whistling teal, egrets, racket-tailed drongos, pintails, herons, magpie robins, barbets, and red-vented bulbuls. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Pench National Park.

Enjoy an early morning private jeep safari inside Pench National Park, giving you another wonderful chance to spot the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger along with many other wild species. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast. Later, drive to Kanha National Park, one of Asia’s best-managed wildlife reserves and another inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book. Spread across 940 sq. km, Kanha is home to Royal Bengal tigers, Indian wild dogs, leopards, sloth bears, and the rare barasingha. Upon arrival, check in at your resort and spend the rest of the day at leisure—enjoy a nature walk nearby, relax amidst the lush greenery, or simply unwind. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Kanha.

Experience the thrill of early morning and afternoon private jeep safaris in Kanha National Park, one of India’s most visitor-friendly and beautifully maintained tiger reserves. Famous for the conservation of the rare Hard-ground Barasingha (Swamp Deer), Kanha also offers excellent chances of spotting Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, Indian gaurs (Asiatic bison), wild dogs (dholes), mouse deer, wild boars, blue bulls, spotted deer, and four-horned antelopes. Bird lovers can look forward to sightings of species such as the Crested Serpent Eagle, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Red-headed Vulture, and Green Munia. If time and zone allocation permit, you may also get a chance to visit Bamni Dadar, popularly known as Sunset Point, one of the most scenic spots inside the park. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Kanha National Park.

After breakfast at the resort, leave for Bandhavgarh National Park. Upon arrival at Bandhavgarh, check in at your resort and spend the rest of the day at leisure—enjoy a nature walk nearby, relax amidst the lush greenery, or simply unwind. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort in Bandhavgarh National Park.

Today, enjoy an early morning private jeep safari in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, a park renowned for having one of the highest densities of Royal Bengal Tigers in India. Explore the forest as it comes alive with activity, offering excellent opportunities to spot tigers, leopards, deer species, langurs, and a wide variety of birdlife. After the safari, return to the resort for breakfast and some leisure time. In the afternoon, head back into the park for another private safari, increasing your chances of witnessing the majestic wildlife of Bandhavgarh in different habitats and lighting conditions. After completing your safari, return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast at the resort, our driver will transfer you to Jabalpur Airport to board the flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our local representative will receive you and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel or earlier as per your flight timing, our driver will transfer you to IGI Airport New Delhi to board a flight to your home or onward destination.