Satpura Tiger Reserve is cradled in the rugged hills of the Satpura range in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. Rich in biocultural diversity, the Satpura national park was established in 1981 and harbours some of the critically endangered animal and plant species. The terrain of the national park is extremely rugged and consists of fascinating deep alleys, sandstone peaks, narrow gorges, rivulets and waterfalls. atpura is the only national park in India that allows walking safaris, canoe rides, bicycle rides in the core area of the national park. Apart from the Jeep safari, the canoe safari is done along the banks of Denwa river which flows through the park.
Satpura National Park
Facts & Figures
| Getting There | |
|---|---|
| Nearest Airport | Jabalpur (230 Kms/ 3 Hours) | Bhopal (220 Kms / 3 Hours) |
| Major Cities | Jabalpur (230 Kms) | Bhopal (220 Kms) | Indore (380 Kms) |
| Railway Station | Pipariya 40 Kms / 30 Minutes |
| Weather | ||
|---|---|---|
| Months | Season | Temperature |
| October – November | Winter | Minimum : 18-20 Degrees | Maximum : 30-35 Degrees |
| December – January | Winter | Minimum : 1-5 Degrees | Maximum : 10-16 Degrees |
| February – March | Winter | Minimum : 8-15 Degrees | Maximum : 20-28 Degrees |
| April – June | Summer | Minimum : 25-30 Degrees | Maximum : 40-45 Degrees |
| July – September | Monsoon | Minimum : 20-25 Degrees | Maximum 30-35 Degrees |
Activities & Excursions
Walking Safari
Denwa River Canoeing
Jeep Safari
PREFERRED HOTELS
Forsyth Lodge
Forsyth’s Lodge satpura situated beside Sarangpur village, at the northern edge of the Satpura Tiger Reserve, opposite what is known as the Madai Entrance to the reserve. The Denwa, one of the tributaries of the Narmada, separates the reserve from human habitation.
The 12 mud cottages are spacious with huge bathrooms fitted with a soul-satisfying rain shower and a charming old-world chest for your stuff. The main lodge is home to a cosy sitting room, dining room, bar and relaxing, open air terraces.
Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Inspired by classic wildlife architecture, made with indigenous materials, there are 12 independent cottage units in different designs at Reni Pani Lodge with 3 distinct structural designs and top-class facilities like a swimming pool, a massage facility and a library. The tents at lodge are exquisitely designed and are located around a perennial waterhole which provides great opportunities to observe wildlife right from your doorstep.
Meals are served informally: breakfasts on safari, picnic lunches in the vegetable garden or poolside, and dinners – featuring roasts & assortments of small dishes, are served on the rooftop of the main veranda & enjoyed under the stars with cultural performances.
Bori Safari Lodge
Tucked amidst the lush and rustic locale of Dhapada village, Bori Safari Lodge is equipped with 8 ensuite rooms, beautiful dining spaces, a spa, a plunge pool and a ibrary at the lodge.
The lodge is located just a few kilometres from the park gate of Bori Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy wildlife tours, 4×4 game drives, eco-tourism activities, and wildlife safaris at this Satpura National Park Resort.
