Overview
Pench is famous for its dry deciduous forests, teak and bamboo forest, grasslands, and abundant wildlife. Pench river flows through the larger landscape of this reserve, which lies in the territories of both Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra states. The location is also known for being the backdrop for parts of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book.
Not as in the case of a normal summit climb, the Pench Tiger Trail involves traversing through the forest area on foot. During this trekking program, participants walk on woodlands and riverine routes with stopovers at Nayegaon Lake and Nalyer Camp before moving to the peak of Jhandi Matta. It may be possible for participants to identify tracks and other markers of animals, but the sighting of tigers and other big animals cannot be guaranteed.
The forest area is the habitat of the animals, so participants have to adhere to their guide and forest official. The tour operator also claims that solo trekking along this route is not possible.
Highlights
- Walking through central Indian forests
- Bawanthadi River terrain
- Wildlife signs and tracking
- Jhandi Matta viewpoint
Trek Details
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Itinerary
- 1
Nagpur to Camp 1903
Drive: approximately 142 km · around 3 hours Travel from Nagpur towards Sakata and Camp 1903. Settle into camp, attend the trek briefing and prepare for the forest walk.
- 2
Camp 1903 to Nayegaon Lake
Trek distance: 7 km · approximately 5–6 hours Walk through forest paths and gradually undulating terrain towards Nayegaon Lake. Observe the surrounding woodland and learn about the local ecosystem from the guide.
- 3
Nayegaon Lake to Nalyer Camp
Trek distance: 7.4 km · approximately 6 hours Continue through forest trails towards Nalyer Camp. The route includes river terrain and requires attention to footing, especially where rocks are wet or slippery.
- 4
Nalyer Camp to Jhandi Matta and Rukhad Gate
Trek distance: 7 km · approximately 5 hours; then a vehicle transfer Complete the final forest walk and climb to Jhandi Matta. Continue to Rukhad Gate as arranged by the organiser, then travel onward to Nagpur or another pre-arranged drop-off point.
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