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About Pench
Pench National Park, located in the Seoni district of Southern Madhya Pradesh, is a popular
destination in Madhya Pradesh. Pench National Park was established to preserve the tiger
which is an endangered species now.
Pench National Park is situated on the Madhya Pradesh-Maharashtra border on the Nagpur
Jabalpur National Highway 7 at a distance of about 90 km from Nagpur. Located in the AVSM
(Aravali, Vindhyanchal, Satpura and Maikal Ranges) belt, Pench National Park largely covers
the densely forested areas of Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh.
The Pench Tiger Reserve includes the Indira Priyadarshini Pench National Park, the Mowgli
Pench Sanctuary and a buffer. River Pench bifurcates the National Park and is the lifeline of the
Park, as it sustains the existence of richly diverse forms of flora and fauna.
An area of 449.39 sq km was declared as Pench Sanctuary in the year 1977. An area of
292.85 sq km was carved out of Pench Sanctuary in the year 1983 and it was declared Pench
National Park. The remaining 118.31 sq km remained as Pench Sanctuary.
In 1992, the park area was increased to 757.89 sq. km, which included both the National Park
and the Sanctuary and was declared as the 19th Tiger Reserve of India by the Central
Government. In the year 2002, Pench National Park was re-notified as Indira Priyadarshini
Pench National Park and Pench Sanctuary was re-notified as Mowgli Pench Sanctuary.
The rocky terrain of the Indira Priyadarshini Pench National Park has many gentle slopes that
are crisscrossed by water bodies. There are many flat topped hills that provide views of the
surrounding dense forests.
The vegetation found here is a mix of southern tropical dry deciduous teaks and southern
tropical mixed deciduous forest along with diverse species of shrubs, trees, and climbers. It is
estimated that the vegetation of Pench consist of more than 1200 species of plant species
including endangered and rare species along with several ethno-botanical plants.
Indira Priyadarshini Pench National Park sustains a diverse wildlife, including endangered and
rare species, along with 285 species of resident and migratory birds, 50 species of fish, 10
amphibians, 30 reptiles, 45 butterflies, 54 moths and numerous other insects.
The descriptions of the area of Pench Tiger Reserve can be found in the ancient book Ain-iAkbari. Its topography and wildlife became the theme of books like Seonee - Camp life in
Satpura Hills, Mammalia of India and Ceylon and Denizens of the Jungle by Robert Armitage
Strendale, 'Highlands of Central India' by Forsyth, and Wild Animals of Central India' by Dunbar
Brander. The Pench Tiger Reserve and its immediate surroundings were the original setting for
The Jungle Book which was written by Rudyard Kipling.
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Information
State:
Madhya Pradesh
Famous for/as: Jungle

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Pench - A drop of Rainforest
"Tiger, tiger burning bright,
In the forests of the night.
What immortal hand or eye,
Could frame thy fearful symmetry?
There are hardly words that can describe the experience of catching a glimpse of the Tiger. Not
a tiger, the Tiger. The feline race is known for its nimble, sleek, graceful sensuousness, (except
maybe Garfield), and the Tiger just saunters to the top of the big cat list. It is the biggest cat and
hides behind no mane. It is also one of the most endangered creatures in the world, with fewer
than 1500 remaining in India. In 1972, the Government of India established Project Tiger, a
conservation project with the intention of saving the species. The tiger population has only
decreased since then and continues to do so every day, for a host of shameful reasons.
Of the Project Tiger reserves, Pench National park and Wildlife Sanctuary is one. If youre
looking for a nice outdoorsy holiday rubbing shoulders with some of natures finest, a trip to
Pench has to be on your cards.
Facts
Remember Mowgli? Well the Jungle in the Jungle Book is Pench Tiger Reserve, where the
mighty Sher Khan hunts, through Rudyard Kiplings immortalizing book.
Named after the river that runs through it, Pench National Park is located to the south of the
Satpura Hills, and straddles Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. 70 kms from Nagpur, it
encompasses an area of 758sqkm of which 299sqkm forms the core, known as
PriyadarshiniPench National Park, as well as the Mowgli Pench Sanctuary, and 464sqkm is the
surrounding buffer area. It is the 19th Project Tiger Reserve in India, declared so in 1992.
Weather:
The forested area of Pench is of the tropical moist deciduous kind with predominantly broadleafed trees. Vegetation varies from deep valleys to dry forests. The area receives annual
rainfall between 100 to 200cms and has distinct dry and rainy seasons.
Summer here is from March to mid-June, during which the river tends to dry up, and
temperatures range between 26-42 degrees. The Monsoons from mid-June to September is the
time when the forest flourishes and the park is closed, reopening again for a long winter from
November to February. The temperature during winter has two sets where in the first half from
November to February, it ranges from as little as 3 degrees to 16 degrees. In the second half
from February to March-April, temperatures are between 16 and 26 degrees.
The best time to visit Pench is between February and April,
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Food, sight-seeing and shopping: Flora and Fauna:

Pench is known for its rich diversity and density of vegetation. There are over 1200 species of
plants, including rare and endangered ones. For one, the Kullu tree usually catches people offguard with its stark white against the lush green surroundings.
Apart from the tiger, Pench is inhabited by gaurs, cheetal, sambar, nilgai, wild dogs, wild pigs,
leopards, wolves, as well as a host of other creatures.
A birdwatchers paradise, over 285 species of resident and migratory birds including the
Malabar Pied Hornbill, Indian Pitta, Osprey, Grey-headed fishing Eagle and the White-eyed
Buzzard call Pench home, or a stopover. Four endangered species of vultures can be found
here as well as a beautiful gathering of butterflies and moths.
If youre here in the winter, youll be able to catch a flock of beautiful migratory birds amongst
which are the Brahmini Duck, Pochards, Barheaded Geese, Coots, etc. which are usually
around the tanks and Reservoir within the Park.
Activities & things to do: A wildlife safari through Pench can be a breath-taking experience. It
could be a jeep, elephant or walking one and you can go on the morning safari or the evening
one, or even better, both.
A Park, like a mini country is usually also divided into smaller bits and named, for easy
reference. Some areas in the Park that are worthy of a mention are:
Sitaghat: This beautiful area is by the river and makes for a beautiful photograph. As the area is
quite exposed, most animals stay away as they can either see or sense you.
Alikatta: It would seem that the Park has been planned with Alikatta as its Rome, simply
because all roads somehow lead back to it. Elephat rides begin from here and this area
provides ample opportunity to watch grazing herds.
Raiyakassa: There is a watchtower built here, where park authorities allow one to spend the
night. What an experience: to be out in the middle of a jungle, on a cement structure right in the
lap of jungle life, by the Pench river!
Other areas are Chhindimata Road, Doob Road, Bodhanala Range and Kalapahad.
Tigers tend to be spotted in the wee hours of the morning as theyre returning home from their
hunt or midnight jaunt. Evening safaris can catch the magnificent creature resting itself in the
sun or out for a short walk. By nature, tigers are reclusive mammals and tend to not bask in the
suns glory, unlike lions. At Pench they are most likely to be found by the river as the highest
prey concentration is found here,
The census in 2011 has noted that there are just about 25 tigers that call the Park home.
Other national parks around the area are the Bandhavgarh National Park located in the Umaria
district in Madhya Pradesh as well as the Kanha National Park, which features in Jungle Book
as well. The Nagizra Sanctuary and the Navegaon National Park are also close to Pench.
Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: Pench lies in the Seoni district of Madhya
Pradesh.
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Air:Sonegaon Airport in Nagpur is around 92kms from Pench. Nagpur is well connected to the
rest of India, especially so from Mumbai and Delhi. Jabalpur, 192kms from Pench is another
option which is very well connected from Delhi.
Rail:The nearest railway station is Seoni, 30kms from the Park and is on the ChhindwaraJabalpur line, with regular trains coming in from and going to Mumbai.Ramtek is also an option
on the railway line. Rickshaws are usually available from the station though it is best to arrange
to be driven to your hotel, better yet to inform your hotel to provide the conveyance.
Another more accessible option is Nagpur, which is 80 kms from the park, but has more trains
stopping by.
Road:Once again, Seoni bus stand is the closest to Pench. Seoni is very well connected by
road, and hence bus, within Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Nagpur is also an option, and
the better connected of the two." - Bhagi R, Mumbai, Jan 24, 2012
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Top attractions in Pench recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1

Pench National Park

Type:
Park
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 2
Ratings: 6.70/7 (3 Reviews)
"no tigers were spotted but lots of other animals.peaceful and serene.will go back for the
tigers.missed he night safari.shall do that the next time.best time of the year would be
monsoon." - Nishita reddy , Hyderabad, 2 weeks ago
Chindimatta
Type:
Park
Entry: Free
Ranked: 2 Of 2
2

Popular hotels in Pench recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1

Pench Jungle Camp

Price:
Rs. Upto 9,000
Ranked: 1 Of 21
Ratings: 5.66/7 (27 Reviews)
Address: Village-Avarghani
Seoni Dist
Phone: 07695-232817
Website: Www.wildlife-Camp-India.com

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"MY EXPERIENCE WAS VERY GOOD. RESORT FACILITIES WERE GREAT

AND MY FAMILY ENJOYED EVERY MOMENT GREAT VACATIONS.GREAT
FACILITIES .FAMILY ENJOYED LOT.GREAT FACILITY . FOOD WAS VERY
NICE. PEOPLE WERE COOPERATIVE. GREAT PLACE TO VISIT WITH
FAMILY. ROOM..." - Sharmil nanvatri , Ellenabad, 2 weeks ago
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2

V-Village Resort
Price:
Rs. 6,500 - 7,500
Ranked: 2 Of 21
Ratings: 6.76/7 (18 Reviews)
Address: Village Awargani,
Pench National Park,
Madhya Pradesh
Phone: 91-9755725345
Website: Www.vvillageresorts.com
"Pench is very nice place to visit. The outlook of hotel was very eye catching.
The location of hotel is very convenient and very well place near the sea beach.
Staff behavior was very good. The overall service and experience in pench was
really..." - Smrutiranjan nayak , , 4 weeks ago
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Tiger 'N' Woods Resorts

Price:
Ranked:
Ratings:
Address:

Rs. 5,700 - 6,100

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5.79/7 (10 Reviews)
Village Avargani,
Pench Tiger Reserve,
Tehsil Khurai,
Phone:
97555128
Website:
Www.tigernwoods.com
Preferred by: Couple | Nagpur Travellers
"I was staying in TigerNWoods between 18th -21st. I went there on 18th evening
did a safari on 19th morning followed by safari in evening and followed by
another safari next day morning. I had some great experience staying there.
The resort 100..." - Krish, Bangalore, Jan 27, 2014
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4

Kipling's Court
Price:
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Rs. 5,000 - 6,000

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Ratings:
Address:

5.92/7 (6 Reviews)
Turia Gate
Pench National Park
Phone:
7695-232830
Website:
Www.mptourism.com
Preferred by: Couple, Family | Nagpur Travellers
"Kipling's Court has the best location for a visit to Pench Tiger Reserve. The
cottages are well equipped and efficiently maintained by Madhya Pradesh
Tourism. Staff is courteous and food of very good quality. Rooms have all the
comforts of three..." - Jayesh Mehta, Mumbai, Jun 7, 2014
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5

Baaz Jungle Resort

Price:
Rs. 5,000 - 6,000
Ranked: 5 Of 21
Ratings: 5.4/7 (6 Reviews)
Address: Pench Village
Kohaja
Phone: 0712-2544335
Website: Www.baazjungleresort.com
"We had a 2 nights stay at this place and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our
main purpose was visiting the Pench National Park and we had bad luck with
rains spoiling 2 out of 3 safaris. But the resort property with its greenery and
innumerable..." - Pallavee ., Mumbai, Apr 12, 2014
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Tuli Tiger Corridor Resort

Price:
Rs. Upto 25,000
Ranked: 6 Of 21
Ratings: 6.13/7 (3 Reviews)
Address: An Extension Of Tuli Tiger Resort
Pench Tiger Reserve
Pench
Phone: 07695-232859
Website: Www.tulihotels.com
"I stayed for three days in this hotel. Rooms were neat and clean and spacious.
Food was awesome. Veg and non-veg all varieties they served. Services were
fully satisfactory. Food was awesome. Swimming pool was available. I did not
use any indoor..." - Balasaheb patil , Aurangabad, Jun 2, 2014
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Royal Jungle Retreat Pench

Price:
Rs. 3,000 - 3,100
Ranked:
7 Of 21
Ratings:
5.63/7 (4 Reviews)
Address:
Village Awargani
Pench
Phone:
9713199009
Website:
Www.calorhotels.in
Preferred by: Group, Couple | Nagpur Travellers
"on my way to Seoni my native place we decided to drop by my friends resort. i
was bowled over by lush greenery and dense vegetation. the cottage were
comfortable and clean. by night sound of crickets and fireflies made the night
memorable. The..." - Jagrati Banerjee, Nagpur, 2 months ago
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Vulcan Wild Life Resort

Price:
Ranked:
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Address:

Rs. 1,500 - 2,300

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5.19/7 (2 Reviews)
Pench Tiger Reserve
Village Turia
Seoni
Phone:
91-9425165878
Website:
Www.vulcanwildliferesort.com
Preferred by: Group | Nagpur Travellers
"A very well managed resort and a team of excellent staff making sure you get
the best service... Very well laid out property and awesome and comfortable
living. I'd recommend staying in the rather spacious Hotel. The safari experience
was also..." - Ankit Ninawe, Nagpur, 3 months ago
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Jungle Home Pench

Price:
Rs. Upto 10,000
Ranked: 9 Of 21
Ratings: 5.35/7 (0 Reviews)
Address: Turiya Gate
Nagpur Jabalpur Highway,
Khawasa, Pench
Phone: 7695-232857
Website: Www.junglehomepench.com

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10 Baghvan

Price:
Rs. Upto 46,000
Ranked: 10 Of 21
Ratings: 6.71/7 (1 Reviews)
Address: Pench National Park
Village Avarghani
Phone: 07675-232829
Website: Www.tajsafaris.com
"It was a excellent lodge.i had a very good stayrooms were very good and it
was a excellent stay..they had all kinds of facilities.food was very spicy and
it was very tasty..they had arranged all kind of activities.It was a excellent..."
- Manju Sacheti, , May 23, 2012
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Popular Pench packages

1

Pench Wildlife 3D

Rs:
17800
No of days: 3 Days & 2 Nights
Destination: Pench
Travel Agent: Jungle Lore
2

Discover Madhya Pradesh 1 - 6D

Rs:
22720
No of days: 6 Days & 5 Nights
Destination: Nagpur, Pachmarhi, Pench, Jabalpur
Travel Agent: Open World Trips
Discover Madhya Pradesh 10 - 5D
Rs:
16224
No of days: 5 Days & 4 Nights
Destination: Pachmarhi, Pench
Travel Agent: Open World Trips
3

Best way to travel from Nagpur to Pench

Pench is located at a distance of 70 km from Nagpur. Home to a varied species of flora and
fauna, Pench is well connected to Nagpur by road. The best way to reach Pench from Nagpur is
by road, which takes around 1 hour 20 minutes. The places covered during the journey from
Nagpur to Pench are Nagpur - 18 km -> Kamthi - 27 km -> Hiwara - 17 km -> Bothiya - 17 km ->
Pench. On the way, there are several petrol pumps like that of ONGC and Hindustan Petroleum
Petrol Pump at regular intervals . Various ATMs, hospitals, and restaurants are also present on
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the route such as Kashmir Bar & Restaurant and Mustard Restaurant.

Transport options from Nagpur to Pench

Nagpur to Pench By Car: Hire a cab or rent a car to drive down to Pench, which takes around 1
hour 20 minutes. Approximate cost of cab per kilometre ranges between INR 9 and 34,
depending upon the type of car. This mode of travel is ideal for families with kids and senior
citizens and while travelling in a group.

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