Kanha, Pench &
Ranthambore Tour
Kanha, Pench, Ranthambore. Relive Mowgli's wild tales, marvel at majestic barasinghas, and conquer the realm of the Bengal tiger.
09/10
Nights / Days
03
Tiger Reserves
15
Jeep Safaris
06
Fixed Departures
+Customizable
Tour Dates
Kanha, Pench and Ranthambore Tour
Six fixed winter departures pair two of Central India's classic reserves with Ranthambore's dramatic fort-and-lake terrain - or we design a private itinerary around your calendar.
04 Dec - 13 Dec 2026
Early Winter
18 Dec - 27 Dec 2026
Christmas Special
01 Jan - 10 Jan 2027
New Year Departure
15 Jan - 24 Jan 2027
Peak Winter
29 Jan - 07 Feb 2027
Season Finale
12 Feb - 21 Feb 2027
Late Winter
Prefer your own dates?
We'll build a private departure around your schedule, group size, and reserves of choice.
Tour Overview
This 10-day tour offers an incredible opportunity to explore three of India's most renowned national parks - Kanha, Pench, and Ranthambore - renowned for their rich wildlife and diverse landscapes. Embark on thrilling jeep safaris to spot majestic tigers, elusive leopards, the unique barasingha, Indian wild dogs, and a myriad of other fascinating species amidst the parks' picturesque scenery. Stay in comfortable lodges, enjoy expert guidance from knowledgeable naturalists, and create lasting memories through captivating photographs of nature's wonders.
- Retrace the footsteps of Mowgli through the very forests that inspired Kipling's 'The Jungle Book' in Kanha and Pench.
- Spot the elusive and majestic Barasingha, the vibrant state animal of Madhya Pradesh, in its natural habitat.
- Encounter the raw power of nature as you track the pugmarks of the mighty Bengal Tiger across diverse terrains.
- Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of avian life, with over 200 species of birds painting the skies above Pench.
- Unravel the secrets of Ranthambore, a former hunting ground that now fiercely protects its thriving biodiversity.
Sal forest, hill country, and a fort in ruins
The Jungle Book's real-world setting first, then Ranthambore's more dramatic terrain to close - three distinct landscapes for the same Bengal tiger.
01
Kanha
Madhya Pradesh
Sal forest and bamboo thicket at the largest scale of the three - shared between the tiger and the hard-ground barasingha, found in the wild nowhere else on earth. The trip's opening chapter.
5 Safaris · 3 Days
02
Pench
Madhya Pradesh
Hill country laced by the Pench river, part of the landscape that shaped Kipling's Seeonee jungle - over 200 recorded bird species moving through the same forest.
5 Safaris · 3 Days
03
Ranthambore
Rajasthan
Dry deciduous forest closing in around a medieval fort - tigers move through the ruins and along the lake edges on nearly every drive, among the most cinematic settings for a sighting anywhere in India. The trip's closing chapter.
5 Safaris · 3 Days
The route, stop by stop.
A single overland journey from Nagpur through Kanha and Pench, then a flight via New Delhi to Ranthambore, closing back at New Delhi.
01
Kanha
Days 2 - 4
02
Pench
Days 5 - 7
03
Ranthambore
Days 8 - 10
Arrival
Day 1
Arrive in Nagpur, transfer to Kanha, and relax at the lodge.
Kanha
Days 02 - 04
Day 2
Enjoy thrilling morning and evening safaris in Kanha.
Day 3
Another day of exciting safaris in Kanha.
Day 4
Morning safari in Kanha, then drive to Pench and unwind at the resort.
Pench
Days 05 - 07
Day 5
Explore Pench with morning and evening safaris.
Day 6
Continue your wildlife adventure with more safaris in Pench.
Day 7
Morning safari in Pench, travel to Nagpur and then Ranthambore via New Delhi, and settle in.
Ranthambore
Days 08 - 10
Day 8
Discover Ranthambore with morning and evening safaris.
Day 9
Another day of exhilarating safaris in Ranthambore.
Day 10
Morning safari in Ranthambore, then head to New Delhi Airport for your next destination.
Itinerary Map
Inclusions and Exclusions
Included
- Lodging in Kanha, Pench, and Ranthambore including all meals and safari.
- Your fees for entrance, safari jeep, and guide in Ranthambore, Kanha, and Pench Park.
- 5 exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Kanha.
- 5 exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Pench.
- 5 exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Ranthambore.
- Air-conditioned Toyota Innova / Crysta for all land transfers.
- Airport and hotel assistance pre- and post-trip.
- Water bottles during land transfer and safari.
Not Included
- Personal expenses like laundry, phone calls, liquor, à la carte food, etc.
- International or domestic airfares and rail tickets.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and Gratuities.
- Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusion section.
Booking & Terms.
Booking Procedure
To confirm your seat, a 50% advance amount along with a recognized Government Identity card (Aadhar, Pancard, Driver’s License, OCI, Passport, Voter’s ID, school/College ID) is to be sent to us.
For non Indian nationals, only Passport is allowed.
Id’s should be scanned and emailed at sa****@**********ia.com
Cancellation Policy
| Notice Given | Refund |
|---|---|
| 120 days or more before departure | Full refund |
| 60 days or more before departure | 80% refunded |
| 30–59 days before departure | 60% refunded |
| 21–30 days before departure | 40% refunded |
| 11–20 days before departure | 20% refunded |
| 10 days or less, or no-show | No refund |
Extend Your Wildlife Journey
Extend by 2 days
Khajuraho Temple Extension
Extend by 3 days
Bera Leopard Extension
Extend by 4 days
Satpura Safari Extension
Guest Testimonials
We thank all of our guests for trusting Big Cats India and for trusting us with planning their wildlife holiday with us. Read all our guest's reviews
Mr. Maxim Vetsuypens
Netherlands
We were a bit late with planning the safari trip and many good spots were fully booked, but Krunal was very helpful and creative in planning a trip that met our needs. The resorts where very comfortable and the food was tasty. Krunal was very responsive to our messages Read More
Marisa Romeo
Switzerland
magnificent safari tour/wonderful tour & safari I discovered Big Cats India via the internet, looking through various operators and having asked for some offers to go to national parks and possibly see and photograph tigers (mission accomplished, but it is never obvious to be Read More
Lewis Johnson
Australia
Had such an amazing tiger safari tour with Big cats at Pench tiger safari. Had 6 tiger sightings, 1 leopard sighting and 100s more wildlife over our 4 day tour. Big cats couldn’t have been more helpful with the whole booking and right the way through they were always asking how it Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Kanha, Pench & Ranthambore Tour?
9 nights / 10 days, covering Kanha, Pench, and Ranthambore.
Which parks does the tour cover?
Kanha and Pench in Madhya Pradesh, then Ranthambore in Rajasthan.
Why are Kanha and Pench linked to The Jungle Book?
Both parks sit within the landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling's Seeonee jungle setting, giving the region its enduring connection to Mowgli's story.
What other wildlife might I see besides tigers?
Leopards, Indian wild dogs, barasingha, and over 200 recorded bird species across the three parks.