Cox and Kings The Jungle Book: Wildlife of India

– International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
– UK departure and overseas airport taxes
– Local transfers in chauffeur-driven vehicles
– The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative
– Local guides and entrance fees where applicable

– Discover Kipling’s India
– Visit 3 of India’s best National Parks
– Enjoy 13 expert-led game drives
– Stay in luxurious Taj Safari lodges
– Cooking demonstration and dinner

Day 1: Fly to Delhi

(No meals)

Day 2: Delhi

Overnight stay in the Sheraton Saket. (No meals)

Day 3: To Katni

Fly to Jabalpur and drive to Bandhavgarh for a 3 night stay at Bandhav Vilas. There is an option to upgrade your accommodation. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Days 4-5: Bandhavgarh National Park

Two full days of wildlife viewing. Famous for its tigers, the park is also home to chausinghas, wild boars and leopards. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Kanha National Park

Drive to Kanha and spend 3 nights at the Chitvan Jungle Lodge. There is an option to upgrade your accommodation. The lodge is located near Mukki Gate, a favourite among safari-goers. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Days 7-8: Kanha National Park

One of the inspirations for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, this national park is a former hunting ground for high-ranking British officers, which today has a large variety of wildlife. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Pench National Park

Drive to Pench Tiger reserve for 2 night at Pench Jungle Camp. There is an option to upgrade your accommodation. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Pench National Park

Full day of wildlife viewing. February to March is the best time for wildlife sightings while November to March are best for birdwatching. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Fly to Mumbai

Drive to Nagpur and take a flight to Mumbai. Stay overnight at the The LaLit Mumbai. (Breakfast)

Day 12: Fly to London

Transfer to the airport for your flight to London. (Breakfast)

This tour is based in 4- and 5-star accommodation

The LaLiT, Mumbai

Approximately 10 minutes from Sahar International Airport, it offers spacious rooms, which combine traditional features with contemporary style.

Bandhav Vilas

This charming wildlife lodge sits at the edge of Bandhavgarh National Park. Each of the rooms are comfortably furnished and feature a private seating area and courtyard

Chitvan Jungle Lodge

Inspired by the five natural elements, the 12 suites on offer are spacious and offer views of the forests and surrounding countryside. There a number of activities on offer that guests are encouraged to take part in including pottery and cooking demonstrations

Pench Jungle Camp

This camp offer authentic jungle accommodation less than 1km from the gate of the park. These is a mix of accommodation options ranging from permanent tents to deluxe safari cottages.

There are the following options to upgrade to at an extra cost:

Singinawa Jungle Lodge (upgrade from Chitvan Jungle Lodge)

A short drive from the entrance to Kanha National Park, each of the cottages here feature a spacious bedroom, a veranda and an en suite bathroom with a rain shower.

Kings Lodge (upgrade from Bandhav Vilas)

Accommodation here is in 12 cottages and rooms, all of which are air conditioned and have en-suite modern bathrooms. All the rooms also have large open verandas overlooking the surrounding grasslands and forests.

Jamtara Wilderness Camp (upgrade from Pench Jungle Camp)

The new camp on the end of Pench National Park feature luxury safari tents. Located on the opposite of the park to other camps, Jamtara’s vehicles have access to a little-used entrance to spot wild animals from.

For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options or to tailor this itinerary, please call on 0808 258 4739 or enquire

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.