Pench and
Tadoba Tour
Discover the untamed beauty of Pench and Tadoba on our fixed departure tour. Get ready for a thrilling tiger trail through ancient forests.
06/07
Nights / Days
02
Tiger Reserves
11
Jeep Safaris
06
Fixed Departures
+Customizable
Tour Dates
Jungle Jaunts: Pench & Tadoba Tour
Six fixed departures span the winter and post-monsoon travel season, following the tigers through two of Central India's core reserves - or we design a private itinerary around your calendar.
30 Oct - 05 Nov 2026
Early Winter
10 Dec - 16 Dec 2026
Pre - Christmas
24 Dec - 30 Dec 2026
Christmas Special
04 Jan - 10 Jan 2027
New Yaer Departure
21 Jan - 27 Jan 2027
Late Winter
04 Feb - 10 Feb 2027
Season Finale
Prefer your own dates?
We'll build a private departure around your schedule, group size, and reserves of choice.
Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness of central India's acclaimed national parks - Tadoba and Pench. Tadoba, a realm where the striped monarch reigns supreme, beckons you to witness the awe-inspiring Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat. Venture into Pench, a verdant wonderland that inspired Rudyard Kipling's beloved Mowgli tales, and let the vibrant melodies of over 210 avian species serenade you. With expert naturalists as your guide, unlock the secrets of these biodiverse sanctuaries, where majestic leopards, endearing sloth bears, and elusive rock pythons roam freely. Bask in the breathtaking vistas, capture nature's grandeur through your lens, and savor the warm hospitality that awaits you at every step of this extraordinary odyssey through India's ecological jewels.
- Excellent opportunities to spot the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger in their natural habitat, as both parks have significant tiger populations.
- Chances to see a diverse range of wildlife including leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, bison, and the elusive rock python.
- Birdwatcher's paradise with the opportunity to spot over 210 species of colorful birds like the Indian pitta, peafowl, and the striped hyena.
- Stunning landscapes and picturesque scenery, perfect for capturing amazing photographs of mammals, birds, and reptiles.
Two forests, back to back
Tadoba's teak and grassland first, then the Kipling country of Pench - two of Central India's classic reserves worked in immediate succession.
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Tadoba
Maharashtra
Teak forest breaking into golden grassland - among the most consistent reserves in the country for daylight sightings, and the trip's opening chapter straight off the road from Nagpur.
6 Safaris · 4 Days
02
Pench
Madhya Pradesh
Hill country laced by the Pench river, part of the landscape that shaped Kipling's Seeonee jungle - quieter than Tadoba, and no less wild for it.
5 Safaris · 3 Days
The route, stop by stop.
A single overland journey from Nagpur to Tadoba, then on to Pench, closing back at Nagpur.
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Tadoba
Days 1 - 4
02
Pench
Days 5 - 7
Tadoba
Days 01 - 04
Day 1
Arrive in Nagpur, transfer to Tadoba, and kick off with an exciting evening safari.
Day 2
Thrilling morning and evening safaris in Tadoba.
Day 3
Explore new zones in Tadoba with morning and evening safaris.
Day 4
Morning safari in Tadoba, then head to Pench for a relaxing evening.
Pench
Days 05 - 07
Day 5
Dive into Pench's wildlife with exhilarating morning and evening safaris.
Day 6
Discover diverse areas in Pench with back-to-back safaris.
Day 7
Final morning safari in Pench, then transfer to Nagpur airport.
Itinerary Map
Inclusions and Exclusions
Included
- Lodging in Tadoba and Pench, including all meals and safari.
- Your fees for entrance, safari jeep, and guide in Pench and Tadoba Park.
- 6 exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Tadoba.
- 5 exclusive jeep safaris will be provided in Pench.
- 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 4 days
Nagzira Wildlife 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 Pench - Tadoba Tour?
6 nights / 7 days, covering Tadoba and Pench.
How many safaris are included?
11 exclusive jeep safaris in total - 6 in Tadoba and 5 in Pench.
Does the tour start in Pench or Tadoba?
Tadoba - the itinerary begins there before moving to Pench, despite the tour name listing Pench first.
Why is Pench linked to The Jungle Book?
Pench sits within the landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling's Seeonee jungle setting, giving the region its enduring connection to Mowgli's story.