Tadoba Tiger Reserve
Maharashtra’s oldest, and largest National Park, Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve has changed with the times with pragmatic efficiency with the underlying rustic energy of the wild remaining constant throughout. This enticing park, named after the God Tadoba, a local tribal deity, and is divided into the Tadoba north range, Kolsa south range, and Morhuli range, sustained by two lakes and the Andhari River. Officially declared a tiger reserve in 1993, Tadoba is teeming with wildlife aside from the main act, the big cat. Expect to come across anyone from a hyena to sloth bears tussling in the vast wilderness on your safari here. A place where summers are unbearably hot, the cooler climes of winter make for easier more comfortable visits. Online booking of safaris in Tadoba opens well in advance and sells like hotcakes. Drive through the jungle of Tadoba, watching the odd mammal at a water hole, scavenging packs of hyenas or jackals, and more, as you listen in to sounds of the jungle that could tell you where the tiger prowls. Aesthetics aside, the real beauty here is in the role this Park plays in the conservation of these species and the education of the layman in their importance during such incredulously ignorant times. Follow the guide as he takes you through a journey of awareness in a fascinating world where the tiger still rules.
Tadoba Tiger Reserve
Located in the center of India, the vegetation here is mostly dry and deciduous which makes for easy access, perfect for jeep safaris. Depending on the sunrise, safaris here run from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.through the park’s three zones, Moharli, Tadoba, and Kolsa. The evening safari starts at 3 p.m. Apart from being one of the finest tiger habitats in the country, Tadoba does not disappoint in spotting the complex network of mammals and birds here. Home to a remarkable number of wildlife, look out for bison, wolves, hyena, jackal, deer and so much more as the jeep rumbles on. The hours speed by all too soon, and before you know it, you’ll be back at the park entrance at the end of your safari.
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There are some pretty interesting hotels around Tadoba that can cater to your needs and have a few tricks up their sleeves. untravel recommends the following hotels in Tadoba:
Svasara Jungle Lodge
It is the first jungle lodge in the luxury chain and is situated 300 meters from Kolara Gate at Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve. The drive to the lodge is a convenient 2-hour journey from the “orange city” Nagpur, which has excellent air and rail connectivity. Situated 300 meters away from the Kolara Gate at Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in north-eastern Maharashtra, Svasara Jungle Lodge offers a luxurious stay to its guests. The lodge has air-conditioned suites with elegant bathrooms, in-room amenities, and a private seating area in the outdoor verandah. The lodge features 10-acres of restored forest with 12 elegantly furnished suite rooms. It provides all modern amenities and luxuries, multi-cuisine dining options including delectable Regional Indian, Continental, and the local Varadi cuisine. Kids are facilitated with outdoor games and other art and craft activities to add fun to their holiday trip.
Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge
All the villas at the resort are ingeniously crafted with all the luxuries. An eco-tourism destination that allows you to get back into the lap of nature and far from the madding crowd, but never too far from comfort. At The Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge, you live amongst the wilderness, sharing space with a variety of birds flitting past the rooms overlooking the picturesque Lake Maasal. With 19 villas, of 700 sq. ft. each, overlooking a mélange of natural masterpieces spread across the branches, the rooms are a marvel of eco-friendly architecture. The Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge has 9 comfortable lake-facing villas. The villas come with all the trappings of high-end luxury resorts, with its large bedroom, a large washroom, a powder room, a patio overlooking the lake, a private garden, and an open-to-sky bathtub area surrounded by greenery. In addition, there are also 3 chalets, each unit holding 4 individual rooms, which are interconnected to accommodate big families or groups. There are a total of 16 rooms with king beds and 3 rooms furnished with twin beds. Macchan – the restaurant, serves lip-smacking delicacies from all over India and across the globe. Macchan also offers the option of ‘on the deck’ lake-side dining. Activities include safaris.
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