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India Tiger Safari

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16 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Immersive yourself in the wilds of India on an in-depth tiger-watching adventure

Maximise your chances of seeing a Bengal tiger with 15 game drives across three national parks

Search for other wildlife: leopards, sloth bears, monkeys and more

Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, a New Wonder of the World

Support our Tiger Habitat Project, with £25 donated for each person who books the trip

Itinerary

For those who dream of seeing the world’s most majestic predator in its natural element, the India Tiger Safari is an unrivaled 16-day wildlife tour crafted with seniors in mind. Starting in New Delhi and spanning the renowned Pench, Kanha, and Bandhavgarh national parks, this guided small group journey offers an extraordinary chance to encounter endangered Bengal tigers up close.

With 15 game drives included, your odds of spotting these elusive cats are second to none. The adventure is further enriched by opportunities to observe a diverse cast of wildlife—both predator and prey—set against the backdrop of India’s lush forests and grasslands.

What sets this tour apart is the sheer depth of its safari experience: by visiting three of the nation’s premier tiger reserves, you maximize your chances of unforgettable sightings. Accommodation, transport, meals, and expert naturalist guidance are all included, promising a comfortable and immersive journey through the wild heart of India.

day 1Adventure starts in Delhi

Our adventure begins in Delhi, a colourful and chaotic city full of architectural masterpieces.
Around 6pm, say namaste to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging a group dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Want more time in Delhi? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals
Dinner

day 2Fly to Nagpur; transfer to Pench National Park

day 3 - 4Four game drives over two days in Pench National Park

day 5Transfer to Kanha National Park

day 6 - 8Five game drives over three days in Kanha National Park

day 9Transfer to Bandhavgarh National Park

day 10 - 12Six game drives over three days in Bandhavgarh National Park

day 13Drive to Katni; overnight train to Agra

day 14Arrive Agra; visit Agra Fort; sunset at the Taj Mahal

day 15Drive to Delhi, visiting elephant conservation centre en route

day 16Adventure ends in Delhi

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation: 12 Superior Comfort nights (hotels), 2 Comfort nights (hotels), 1 Simple night (sleeper train)
Meals
All breakfasts and 12 dinners
Transport
Immersive itinerary with all transport (4xArrival and departure transfers
Guide
Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure
Others
4, train and air-conditioned private bus) and listed activities

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