One of the most sought after wildlife holiday destinations in India, Kaziranga National park’s 430 square kilometer area sprinkled with elephant-grass meadows, swampy lagoons, and dense forests is home to more than 2200 Indian one-horned rhinoceros, approximately 2/3rd of their total world population. Formed in 1908 on the recommendation of Mary Curzon, the park is located in the edge of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspots – Golaghat and Nagaon district.
In the year 1985, the park was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is said when Mary Curzon, the wife of the Viceroy of India – Lord Curzon of Kedleston, visited the park to see Indian one-horned rhinoceros; she wasn’t able to found even one. Then she persuaded her husband to take urgent measures to protect the dwindling species which he did by initiating planning for their protection. After a series of meetings and documentations, the Kaziranga Proposed Reserve Forest was created with an area of 232 km2 (90 sq mi) in 1905.
Along with the iconic Greater one-horned rhinoceros, the park is the breeding ground of elephants, wild water buffalo, and swamp deer. Over the time, the tiger population has also increased in Kaziranga, and that’s the reason why Kaziranga was declared as Tiger Reserve in 2006. Also, the park is recognized as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International for the conservation of avifaunal species. Birds like lesser white-fronted goose, ferruginous duck, Baer’s pochard duck and lesser adjutant, greater adjutant, black-necked stork, and Asian Openbill stork specially migrate from the Central Asia during the winter season.
Undoubtedly, the park is known for its good population of animals but more than that its the wildlife conservation initiatives that take place in the park are more popular. With its amazing wildlife conservation activities, the park has successfully managed to grow the population of Greater one-horned rhinoceros, an endangered species.
The vast expanse of tall elephant grass, marshland, and dense tropical moist broadleaf forests undoubtedly makes the park look beautiful but it’s the presence of Brahmaputra river, which makes it look enigmatic.
Arrive in Jabalpur airport. On arrival, you will be met by our representative. Proceed towards the hotel. One can visit the local town or rest of the day for leisure. Overnifgt at Jabalpur
After breakfast set out for Jabalpur sightseeing- visit Madan Mahal fort, Rani Durgavati memorial and museum, Tilwara Ghat, the 12th century Mala Devi Mandir, Pisan Hari Jain temples, Bargi Dam and Roopnath. Later in the day set out to visit Bhedaghat- 23 kms from Jabalpur, soaring in glittering splendour, the marble rocks at Bhedaghat rise to a 100 feet on either side of the Narmada river. The breathtaking Dhuandhar falls are worth a visit. Also you can enjoy a rope way at Dhuandhar, visit the Chosath Yogini Temple and enjoy a boat ride at Nauka Vihar. Back to the hotel in the evening. Overnight at Jabalpur
After breakfast, check out from Jabalpur and drive towards Panchmarhi. It is Madhya Pradesh’s most verdant gem. A lovely hill resort girdled by the Satpura ranges, it offers absolute tranquillity. Visit the Priyadarshini ( Forsyth Point) , Jamuna Prapat ( Bee Fall), Irene Falls, Satpura National Park, Bison Lodge. Overnight at Panchmarhi..
After breakfast set out to visit the Cave Shelters :- Dhuandhar, Bhrant Neer, Astachal, Harper’s Cave, Chieftain’s Cave, Reechgarh, Pandav Caves, Tridhara, Catholic Church, Christ Church. Jata Shankar. Evening for leisure. Overnight at Panchmarhi
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and we drive towards Bhopal. Visit the Taj-ul-Masjid, Jama Masjid, Moti Masjid, Shaukat Mahal and Sadar Manzil, Gohar Mahal, Bharat Bhawan, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, state museum and Van Vihar. Later explore the local markets in Bhopal. Overnight at Bhopal.
After breakfast, check out from Bhopal and set out for unfolding the south west of MP. Indore- Visit Rajwada, Lalbagh Palace, Kanch Mandir, Bada Ganpati Mandir, Khajrana, Gita bhavan, Central museum, Indore zoo. Overnight at Indore.
After breakfast , visit Ujjain which is 55 kms away and situated on the banks of the river Shipra. Temples form an integral part of the city. Famous of these is the Mahakaleshwar which houses one of the twelve jyotirlingas. Also visit the two towns on the banks of the river Narmada- Maheshwar and Omkareshwar. Overnight at Omkareshwar.
After breakfast set out to visit Maheshwar and later explore Mandu.Visit the Jahaz Mahal, Hoshang Shah’s tomb, Jami Masjid, Ashrafi Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Rewa Kund, Roopmati’s Pavilion. Overnight at Mandu..
After breakfast we continue with the sightseeing on Mandu and later visit Dhar which is famous for its Jain temples. Overnight at Mandu..
After breakfast drive towards Indore to visit the local market for shopping. Post lunch you will be dropped at Indore airport/railway station for your return back home. Tour ends...!!
