Endangered Species 4 Parks 19 Safaris
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Day 1: Delhi Arrival Greeting & Transfer to Hotel.
Fast Track Arrival Services. Most flights arrive either in the evening or at night. Meet your assigned representative from Fast Track Arrival Services as you exit the jet bridge from your plane at Delhi Airport. You are privately escorted through the complete arrival process, including immigration, baggage claim, and customs.
Welcome to India, home to some of the world's most exotic wildlife, over 500 National Wildlife Parks and Sanctuaries, incredible historical monuments, and the world's most colorful culture. You are greeted in the arrival greeting area and ushered to your private vehicle. You are introduced to your Accompanying Guide.
You are now driven to your luxury hotel, the Oberoi Gurgaon, and assisted with your check-in. Check-in is available from 3 pm onward – slightly earlier arrivals may be able to get an earlier check-in, or you can park your baggage with the bell desk and use the hotel facilities until check-in. The next day's plans are briefly reviewed and, if you so desire, you are given an introduction to the features, tools, and functions on the Easy Tours App, which can be downloaded on your phone, tablet, or laptop.
(Overnight – Oberoi Gurgaon)
Day 2: Delhi – Jabalpur – Bandhavgarh National Park. (B,D) You are assisted with your check-out from your hotel in the morning and driven to the airport where you are assisted with boarding your early afternoon flight to Jabalpur. Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at Jabalpur, you are driven about 3.5 hours to Bandhavgarh where you are assisted with your check-in to Mahua Kothi, a Taj Safari Lodge. All 3 meals are included at the lodge.
Nestled in the Vindhya Range amid Bandhavgarh National Park—statistically India's best park for tiger sightings—Mahua Kothi is named after the mahua tree, revered throughout the region for its spiritual and ecological significance and as the source of the local rural liquor. This distinguished forest lodge is part of Taj Safaris, one of the specialty luxury divisions of Taj Hotels, and sprawls across 45 acres of private forest overlooking bamboo thickets and grasslands where wildlife moves freely.
The central lodge is a brick structure with expansive verandas designed for birdwatching and immersing yourself in the sounds of the jungle. Mahua Kothi maintains a light ecological footprint while offering contemporary luxury—standalone cottages or kutiyas provide enthralling raw views and rustic detailing without compromising comfort.
Between twice-daily safaris with knowledgeable naturalists, explore the organic vegetable garden, cycle the grounds, enjoy the uniquely shaped pool, or recharge with a spa treatment. The impeccably trained staff focuses on your individual needs, ensuring every detail enhances your connection to this wild landscape where tigers rule and the scent of the forest pervades everything.
Your Accompanying Guide can arrange a variety of experiences including visits to local villages, interactions with traditional artisans and craftspeople, excursions to historic sites in the region, and drives to scenic spots in the surrounding countryside.
Bandhavgarh National Park. Bandhavgarh almost always results in multiple tiger sightings over your 5 safaris here. The park is home to a variety of wildlife including leopards, sloth bears, Indian bison (gaur), sambar deer, barking deer, and langurs.
The avian population is equally impressive, with over 250 species of birds recorded in the park. Birdwatchers can delight in spotting species like the crested serpent eagle, the Malabar pied hornbill, and the Indian roller, among others.
The rich and varied wildlife makes each safari a unique experience, offering new encounters and sightings every time. The park derives its name from the more than 2000-year-old hilltop Bandhavgarh Fort.
(Overnight – Mahua Kothi)
Days 3 & 4: Bandhavgarh. (B,L,D) Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep wildlife safaris into the park on both days. Safaris at Bandhavgarh are conducted in the mornings and afternoons.
The early morning safaris, starting at the crack of dawn, are ideal for spotting wildlife as animals are more active during this time. The afternoon safaris, on the other hand, provide a different ambiance as the sun sets, casting a golden hue over the landscape and creating perfect photographic opportunities.
In-between safaris, your Accompanying Guide can arrange a variety of experiences including visits to local villages, interactions with traditional artisans and craftspeople, excursions to historic sites in the region, and drives to scenic spots in the surrounding countryside.
(Overnight – Mahua Kothi)
Day 5: Bandhavgarh – Kanha National Park. (B,L,D) Enjoy your last safari into the park this morning. After this you will return to your lodge to freshen up and enjoy breakfast. You are assisted with your check-out and driven through jungles and rural areas to Kanha Tiger Reserve. A packed lunch is provided by your lodge for the journey.
Easy Tours recommends that, while planning your dates, you keep in mind the fact that there are no safaris on Wednesday afternoons at Bandhavgarh and Kanha. So, this 5-hour jungle drive should ideally be scheduled for a Wednesday. However, if this is not possible, your Accompanying Guide can arrange activities such as village walks or visits to local craft workshops.
Arrive at Kanha, the setting for Kipling's Jungle Book, and you are assisted with your check-in to Banjaar Tola, a Taj Safari Lodge. Along the banks of the forested Banjaar River, nestled deep in tiger territory and adjoining Kanha National Park—what many consider Asia's finest park—Banjaar Tola transforms wilderness living into an art. Sunlight filters through towering sal trees, grasslands are dotted with limpid pools, and the landscape provides dramatic encounters with nature at every turn.
This luxurious lodge allows you to commune with the wild in an evocative atmosphere that emphasizes sustainability and sensory immersion. Two elegant camps of nine tents each feature terraced lounges, pools, and interiors adorned with Gond artwork and Bastar bell metal work highlighting local tribal culture. Awaken to the sound of the gushing river as dedicated butlers attend to your every need.
The organic garden, dining decks, and intimate sitting areas invite you to slow down. Revel in the magnificent outdoor pool and immerse yourself in the majesty of a jungle where nature thrives and the barasingha—saved from extinction here—still roams free.
Kanha National Park. Kanha is one of India's largest National Parks and covers an area of 751 square miles, including a core zone of 363 square miles. The primary attraction is its tiger population, but the park boasts over 70 species of mammals, including leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears.
The rare hardground barasingha (swamp deer), a once critically endangered species, has been revived within the park, a testament to Kanha's successful conservation efforts. Herds of spotted deer, sambar, and gaurs (Indian bison) are commonly seen grazing in the meadows, offering ample opportunities for wildlife photography.
The avian life in Kanha is equally impressive, with more than 300 species of birds. Birdwatchers can delight in spotting diverse species such as the crested serpent eagle, the racket-tailed drongo, and the Indian roller.
(Overnight – Banjaar Tola)
Days 6 & 7: Kanha. (B,L,D) Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep wildlife safaris into the Reserve on each of these days.
Each safari in Kanha is an adventure that unfolds differently every time. The park's diverse topography ensures that no two safaris are alike. From the verdant sal forests in the elevated plateaus to the sprawling grasslands of the lowlands, the scenery changes dramatically, creating a dynamic and ever-changing backdrop.
The meandering rivers and tranquil waterholes are lifelines for the park's inhabitants, and these spots often become focal points during safaris, offering captivating moments as animals gather to drink and interact.
As at Bandhavgarh, your Accompanying Guide can arrange a variety of experiences between safaris.
(Overnight – Banjaar Tola)
Day 8: Kanha - Jabalpur - Delhi. (B,L) Enjoy your last safari in the park this morning. After this you will return to your lodge to freshen up and enjoy breakfast.
You are assisted with your check-out and driven to Jabalpur Airport for a direct flight to Delhi. A packed lunch is provided by your lodge for the journey, and you are assisted with your check-in for your flight. Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at Delhi, you are driven to the Oberoi Gurgaon.
(Overnight – Oberoi Gurgaon)
Day 9: Delhi – Guwahati – Kaziranga National Park. (B,D) You are assisted with your check-out and driven to Delhi Airport for your business class flight to Guwahati.
Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at Guwahati airport, after a break for lunch, you proceed on the drive to Kaziranga National Park. Arrive at Kaziranga and check in to Diphlu River Lodge. You are at leisure for the rest of the afternoon to enjoy your lodge and its views. All 3 meals are included at your lodge.
You arrive at Diphlu River Lodge on the edge of Kaziranga National Park, home to the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros and a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wild elephants move in herds and tigers prowl through tall elephant grass. Diphlu is a comfortable lodge with a great location and good service, but not luxury lodging like your other hotels.
Your River View Cottage is raised on stilts and crafted from bamboo, wood, and thatch to blend seamlessly with the forest surroundings. The cottage opens onto a wide verandah with inviting cane chairs where you can watch the Diphlu River flow and listen to the sounds of one of India's most biodiverse landscapes.
Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its biodiversity and conservation efforts. Covering an area of approximately 430 square kilometers, the park is characterized by its lush floodplains, tall elephant grass, dense tropical forests, and numerous water bodies, including rivers and lakes.
The park's landscape is a dynamic one, shaped by the annual flooding of the Brahmaputra River, which replenishes the soil and sustains the grasslands. These seasonal changes contribute to the rich habitat, supporting a complex web of life.
Kaziranga has the world's largest population of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceroses and healthy populations of Asiatic Elephants and Bengal Tigers. The park supports a rich avian diversity, making it a haven for bird watchers with over 500 species recorded, including the endangered Bengal florican, greater adjutant stork, and various migratory birds.
(Overnight – Diphlu River Lodge)
Days 10, 11, & 12. Kaziranga. (B,L,D) Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris into the park on all three of these days.
Easy Tours will arrange the type of your six included safaris into the Park based on your preferences. Kaziranga is one of India's few remaining parks that still offer elephant-back safaris, which are usually an hour or a bit longer. Jeep Safaris are usually about 2.5 to 3 hours. We recommend the Jeep Safaris.
There is a choice of zones, each one offering a wonderful selection of attractions. By default, we include all 6 safaris as jeep safaris, with 4 in the Central Zone, and 2 in the Western Zone.
As at your earlier parks, your Accompanying Guide can arrange a variety of experiences between safaris including visits to tea gardens, tribal villages, rubber plantations, and drives to scenic spots for picnic breakfasts.
Zones in Kaziranga National Park
Central Zone (Kohora Zone): This is the most popular zone, known for its dense population of rhinoceroses. It also offers a good chance of spotting elephants, swamp deer, and tigers. Jeep and elephant safaris are available in this zone.
Western Zone (Bagori Zone): This zone is famous for its large herds of elephants and rhinos. The landscape includes grasslands, woodlands, and water bodies, making it a hotspot for bird watching. Jeep and elephant safaris are popular here.
Eastern Zone (Agoratoli Zone): Known for its picturesque landscapes and rich birdlife, this zone is less crowded and offers a more tranquil safari experience. It's ideal for bird watchers and those looking to see the park's diverse fauna, including tigers and wild buffalo. Jeep safaris are the only option here.
Burapahar Zone: This westernmost zone is known for its hilly terrain and dense forests, offering a different kind of safari experience. It's a great area to spot gibbons, capped langurs, and other primates. Jeep safaris and trekking are the main activities in this zone.
Panbari Reserve Forest: This adjacent area is a rich biodiversity hotspot with a variety of flora and fauna, including birds, butterflies, and small mammals. Walking and bird-watching tours are popular here.
(Overnight – Diphlu River Lodge)
Day 13: Kaziranga - Guwahati – Mumbai. (B,L) Enjoy your last safari into the park this morning. Check-out from your hotel and, along with your Accompanying Guide, you are driven to Guwahati airport where you board the early evening flight to Mumbai.
Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at Mumbai, you are driven the short distance to The Leela Mumbai where you are assisted with your check-in.
(Overnight – The Leela Mumbai)
Day 14: Mumbai – Diu – Sasan Gir. (B,D) You are assisted with your checkout in the mid-morning and driven the short distance to the airport where you will board the short noon flight to Diu.
Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at the small Diu Airport, you are driven about 2 hours to Sasan Gir National Park and assisted with check in to Aramness Gir National Park. All 3 meals are included at your lodge while at Sasan Gir National Park.
Situated on the fringe of Sasan Gir National Park in Gujarat—the last refuge of the Asiatic lion on Earth—Aramness Gir is the only true luxury lodging near the park and our two preferred main entrances. Its name derives from the union of aram, meaning rest or peace in Gujarati, and ness, the word for local Maldhari villages. The property sits within protected teak forest where abundant wildlife roams freely between the park and lodge.
Aramness takes inspiration from the characteristic local village of Haripur, with central cobbled streets fringed by courtyard homes or kothis. Your Kothi is a private villa where natural forest and meadow gardens merge seamlessly with architecture—the intricate jali screens were inspired by light piercing through the perforations of a dried sal leaf. Each Kothi features a personal plunge pool, open-air courtyards, and interiors flooded with natural light and space.
Gir National Park. The last home of the Asiatic Lion. The majestic Asiatic Lion once roamed a vast area reaching from Europe to Eastern Asia. The highly endangered species now SOLELY exists in this park that was once the royal hunting ground.
Spanning approximately 545 square miles, the park's undulating terrain is characterized by a mixture of deciduous forests, scrubland, grasslands, and rocky hills. The flora is as diverse as the fauna, with teak, acacia, and banyan trees dotting the landscape. These varied habitats support a wide array of wildlife, making Sasan Gir a biodiversity hotspot.
The Last Asiatic Lions. Sasan Gir's network of perennial rivers and streams traverse the park, ensuring that even in the arid summer months, the wildlife has access to necessary hydration.
Besides the Asiatic lion, which numbers over 500, Sasan Gir is home to leopards, hyenas, and marsh crocodiles. The park also supports a healthy population of herbivores like spotted deer, sambar deer, nilgai (blue bull), and chinkara (Indian gazelle).
Birdwatchers will delight in the over 300 species of birds recorded here, including the crested serpent eagle, great horned owl, and various species of vultures.
Maldhari Tribes. The significance of Sasan Gir extends beyond its wildlife. The Maldhari tribes, traditional pastoralists, have coexisted with the park's wildlife for generations. Their presence adds a unique cultural dimension to the park, as they continue to live in harmony with the natural world, herding their livestock and contributing to the park's conservation efforts.
(Overnight – Aramness Gir)
Day 15: Sasan Gir. (B,L,D) Enjoy wildlife safaris into the park in the morning and afternoon. Like all of India's National Parks, safaris start in the early mornings and afternoons. This region is one of the most unique and diverse ecosystems in the world, with perennial rivers, creating a picturesque backdrop for the wildlife that inhabits the park.
The highlight of any Gir safari is undoubtedly the sighting of the majestic Asiatic lion. Unlike their African counterparts, Asiatic lions are slightly smaller, with distinctive skin folds on their bellies and shorter, less developed manes.
Birdwatchers will find Gir a paradise, with over 300 species of birds recorded in the park. From the vibrant Indian pitta and the elusive crested serpent eagle to the majestic lesser adjutant stork, the avian diversity is staggering. The park's rivers and lakes attract a variety of waterfowl, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.
The park is surrounded by numerous Maldhari tribal villages. As at your earlier parks, your Accompanying Guide can arrange visits to these villages where the Maldharis—traditional pastoralists who live in harmony with the wildlife—offer a unique insight into the region's anthropological heritage through their distinctive culture, traditional practices, and harmonious coexistence with nature.
(Overnight – Aramness Gir)
Day 16: Sasan Gir - Rajkot Airport – Delhi – International Flight. (B,L) Enjoy your final wildlife safari into the park this morning.
After this you will return to your hotel to freshen up. A packed lunch is provided by your lodge for the journey, and you are assisted with your check-in for your flight. Your Accompanying Guide travels with you and upon arrival at Delhi, you are driven to the international terminal for your international flight.
Fast Track Departure. At the airport you will be introduced to your Airport Fast Track Services Representative who will escort you through the full check-in, security and immigration processes all the way to your gate or lounge. Depending on your international departure timing, additional services such as airport lodging and transfers at Delhi can be added with your specialist.
Our services end at Delhi Airport.
