Baghvan Pench Jungle Lodge
Intersected by the Pench River from which it takes its name, the hills, forests and valleys of Pench National Park lie at the foot of the Satpura Range. The park is very rich in wildlife and a number of endangered species make it their home. Apart from the magnificent tiger, Pench has large numbers of wild pig, nilgai, chital, muntjac, gaur and four horned antelope. Leopard, sloth bear, wild dog, porcupine, jungle cat, fox and striped hyena also make an appearance.
A number of streams and nullahs flows through the teak forest of Pench, although most of them are seasonal. Even the Pench River dries up in April, leaving only scattered pools known as dohs. Chital, sambar and nilgai are commonly found grazing on the banks of the rivers and reservoirs. The groups of prey animals attract the majestic tiger to these deeply forested regions. In contrast, the elusive leopard prefers the outskirts of the dense jungle. Jackals are seen throughout the park and packs of wild dog may also be spotted. In the summer months herds of gaur can graze near streams and bamboo patches. Sloth bear occupy the hills and rocky outcrops. The park is also rich in bird life, with over 200 species that include barbets, bulbuls, minivets, orioles, wagtails, munias, mynas, waterfowl and blue kingfishers.
The forests of Pench consist mainly of teak, interspersed with bamboo and shrub species. Creating a startling contrast to the lush greenery with its pale bark and outspread branches, the kullu tree shimmers in the jungle depths. Many rare varieties of herbs and grasses occur in the park's open areas, many of them with fascinating medicinal uses.
andBeyond Baghvan Pench Jungle Lodge
From INR 23,000 per person sharing
Overlooking Pench National Park, twelve charming suites with a cheeky 1950s ambiance line a lovely nullah (dry riverbed) surrounded by forest. A covered passage takes guests from their bedroom to a generously proportioned bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers. Stairs lead up to a covered...
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Guest Stories
“The hospitality shown by Team Baghvan was fantastic. The safari experience as a whole was great. Going through the jungle, listening to bird sounds, the jeep drive - everything was wow. The cottage was our new home and was very comfortable. The complete decor was very nice. Overall, it was a great lifetime experience. Cheers to Team Baghvan.”
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