Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
Explore Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh
Spread over 700+ sq kms of undulating forests, steep ravines and meadows, Bandhavgarh gets its name from a prominent hill which was said to be gifted by Lord Rama to his brother Laxman to keep a watch on Lanka (Bandhav + Garh). The idol of Sheshshaiya (Sleeping Vishnu) rests atop Kila Bandhogarh in the Tala zone.
The park was given by the Maharaja of Rewa to the Indian govt to create the national park. There have been white tigers in the park previously, the last known called Mohan, and its believed that all white tigers globally trace their roots to Bandhavgarh.
Nearest Travel Hub
>> Umaria is located approx 35 kms and has few direct trains.
>> Jabalpur is located approx 170 kms away with good train connectivity.
>> Katni (100 kms) and Satna (150 kms) are other major train stations.
Safari Zones
Core Zones >> Maghadhi, Tala and Khitauli
Buffer Zones >> Dhamokhar, Johila and Panpatha
Travel Experiences Nearby
>> Visit the Sheshshaiya statue atop Kila Bandhogarh. Unless the elephant herd of Bandhavgarh is nearby, you can halt here for photography.
>> Visit the famed Bhedaghat waterfall on Narmada river, if travelling via Jabalpur.
>> Cheshpur waterfall and Baghel museum are local attractions which can be visited if safari itinerary permits.
>> Ghughwa Fossil Park, located 60 kms from Umaria, is home to dinosaur fossils and can be visited with advance booking.