Tiger Safari Holiday at Pench National Park in India

The excitement is palpable when you hear the cacophony of alarm cries. Waiting in absolute silence, nerves on edge requires grit and determination and a lot of patience. This is how you track the tiger in Pench National Park in Seoni Hills? It is a veritable paradise ideal for a wild holiday in India.

Have you heard of Pench National Park in Central India?

The movie Jungle Book and the novel by Rudyard Kipling are based on the forest of Seoni Hills. This is where Mowgli, the wolf child, was first discovered. He grew up in the wild in the company of Tabaki, the wolf, and his pack. Bagheera the black panther and Baloo, the bear, were his constant companions, while Sher Khan was a mortal enemy.

In the book Sher Khan, the tiger is after Mowgli's blood, but many wild denizens like and protect Mowgli. Nevertheless, the story has become as immortalized as the characters in the book and their homeland the Seoni Hills, now known as Pench, is one of the finest holiday destinations in India.

On a holiday trip, you can enjoy a tiger safari and track down Sher Khan. He is no more a mortal enemy of man but a kind soul who rules over the jungles. In 1977 Pench National Park came under the aegis of Project Tiger and was notified as a tiger reserve. It is one of the most important conservation units in India. Though the movement of the public is restricted, one can visit the park and track the big cats on safari. The safari is organized early morning and late evening. In addition, you can take part in an open jeep safari in the company of friends and family if you have booked one at MPOnline.

Plan your excursions well. The destination boasts a lot of excitement and recreation for holidaymakers. Book your jungle rides the first thing on MPOnline to assure excursions in the reserve's core area when you arrive. Six people can sit on a jeep, and that is enough for a family. Name all persons in the jeep and keep the copy of the permit that you get online. You will have to show the permit at the gate. A permit is for each ride, so book as many as per your plan.

The next step is to book a tiger safari resort for your holiday. Book an affordable one but make sure that it delivers what it mentions on its website. Modern amenities, good food, and plenty of recreation are needed to make your vacation a memorable one. Hence read reviews, communicate with a referrer and make the best judgment.

What to Expect?

A good wildlife experience is assured, and with some luck, the thrilling sight of a majestic tiger. But there is a lot more to experience in the wild. Hire a naturalist if the hotel does not provide one. Learn to track tigers, leopards, and wolves. The destination is ideal for bird watching, so carry a hand guide on Indian birds and a good pair of binoculars. The naturalist will be of immense help in finding great game and colorful avian.

Book both game rides morning and evening. In the free time, go bird watching or visit a tribal village. This you can do on Wednesday evenings when the park is closed. If you wish for relaxation while in the hotel, jump into the pool, read a book at the library or snooze on a hammock. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor recreation hence play games.

Food is an ultimate luxury in the wildlife resorts here. Enjoy sizzling curries, desserts, biryani or pulao, and a wide variety of healthy salads. This is your chance to enjoy traditional Indian food. Sizzling hot and delicious.

At Central Indian Pench National Park a memorable holiday awaits. Book your journey to experience the land where Mowgli made history. He is no more, but his companions are very much there to excite you no end. Enjoy wildlife watching and birding for a change. You will come back again and again as a nature lover and wildlife photographer. Your family will thank you for this fantastic stay at Seoni Hills.

The best route is to fly to Nagpur Airport in Maharashtra and drive ninety kilometers to reach the park. You can take a longer route from Jabalpur Airport in Madhya Pradesh or drive straight from Kanha National Park. Remember, the park is closed in the monsoon because of extensive rains.

Uday writes often on Indian wildlife especially about the tigers. He works as a naturalist and is fond of travel. Uday also provides search engine optimization service and website contents in English.