In 48 hours the total distance traveled was of 1700 kms plus and was covered by all the possible means of transport, including a flight worth more than my one month's house rent & sharing a berth, that too in the sleeper coach. Both the experiences, irrespective of the price paid or saved, stirred the adrenalin levels conspicuously.
All these efforts were made to reach Bandhavgarh National Park in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. The density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is one of the highest known in India and you really have to be blind to miss tiger spotting (not quite true)
Wiki trivia – core forest area of 105 square kilometer and buffer area spread over the forest divisions of Umaria and Katni totals 437 square kilometer.
Legend has it that this park got its name from the most prominent hillock of the area, which is said to be given by Lord Rama to Lakshmana to keep a watch on Lanka, hence the name Bandhavgarh (Sanskrit: Brother's Fort)
Our weekend escape had all the elements of adventure, action, comedy, romance, fun, relaxation and luxury. Wherein the Jungle offered adventure, the resort was pure luxury bliss, and the company made sure that there were no dull moments.
It took us two safaris to spot “Mahammen” like the early bird catches the worm and the second mice gets the cheese, getting up late finally paid off.
P.S. if you are looking for an awesome weekend, closer to nature, under the open sky with fireflies & tree houses do visit Bandhavgarh & stay at Syna resort.
P.P.S – it’s got a swimming pool & Jacuzzi as well
P.P.P.S – Go for more than 2 days.
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