Bandhavgarh National Park India

Safari Timing in Bandhavgarh

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Safari Zones in Bandhavgarh National Park

ZoneDescriptionWildlife/AttractionsTips
Tala ZoneOldest and most popular zone with the densest wildlife.Charan Ganga River, Bari Gufa, Ketkiha, Sita MandapBook safaris at least 120 days in advance.
Magadhi ZoneLocated 12 km from Tala, featuring grasslands and mixed woodland.Shared territory with Tala tigers.Secure bookings online due to high demand.
Khitauli ZoneFlat terrain with dense forest, ideal for birdwatching.Recent elephant migrations, various herbivores.Safari lasts about 3-4 hours, check seasonal hours.

Buffer Zones in Bandhavgarh National Park

ZoneDescriptionWildlife/AttractionsTips
Panpatha ZoneScenic landscape for picnics.Nilgai, chinkara, wild dogs.Visit for relaxed wildlife viewing.
Dhamokhar ZoneOffers soothing vistas of various fauna.Sambhar, deer, chital, and photography spots.Visit Kadewaha grassland for better sightings.
Johila ZoneKnown for beautiful waterfalls and scenic spots.Picturesque views and diverse flora.Book early due to limited safari availability.

Safari Timing in Bandhavgarh

PeriodMorning ShiftAfternoon ShiftNotes
15th October to 15th February6:30 AM to 11:00 AM2:30 PM to 5:30 PMClosed every Wednesday evening.
16th February to 31st March6:00 AM to 11:00 AM3:00 PM to 6:00 PMClosed during Holi.
1st April to 30th June5:30 AM to 10:00 AM4:00 PM to 7:00 PMBest time for tiger sightings.

Types of Safaris in Bandhavgarh

Type of SafariCapacityDescriptionBooking Info
Jeep SafariUp to 6 peopleGuided safari in a 4WD gypsy, morning and evening shifts.Shared or full-day private options available.
Canter SafariUp to 12 touristsAvailable in Magadhi and Khitauli Zones.First come, first served basis.
Elephant SafariLimited availabilityRequires advance booking and permission from the Field Director.Not easy for casual tourists; research required.
Walk SafarisGroup with a guideGuided nature walks in the buffer zone.Great for close-up nature exploration.

Required Documents for Booking

RequirementDetails
For IndiansValid ID (Passport, Voter ID, Aadhar Card, etc.)
For ForeignersValid Passport
Booking InformationFull name, age, gender, nationality.