Bandhavgarh Jungle lodge
Umaria-Badhavgarh Road, Tala, Madhya Pradesh, India
"Situated in Tala, Madhya Pradesh, India, the Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge can be found on the Umaria-Badhavgarh Road."
The Venue
Bandhavgarh National Park, located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, is renowned for its Royal Bengal and white tigers. The park spans across the Vindhya hills and features a diverse topography of steep ridges, forests, and open meadows, providing habitat to various species such as the Asiatic jackal, Bengal fox, sloth bear, striped hyena, jungle cat, leopards, spotted deer, wild pigs, and nilgai.
The eco-conscious Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge is owned and operated by a family of well-known conservationists. It offers a variety of carefully curated experiences, including nature walks, village walks, safaris, bird watching, bonfires, and much more, to help guests relax and slow down amidst nature.
Who is hosting?
Amit Sankhala, who has a great passion and expertise in eco-tourism, owns and manages the lodge and continues his family's legacy in wildlife tourism and conservation. He is also the Managing Director of Tiger Resorts Pvt Ltd and Indian Nature Expeditions, which further showcases his dedication to promoting responsible tourism and conservation efforts.
Aesthetics & Philosophy
The eco-conscious lodge has a rustic charm that artfully reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. The architecture draws inspiration from traditional village-style homes, featuring sloping baked-earth roofs, vibrant indigenous furnishings, and exquisite tribal art that blends seamlessly with the natural surroundings.
Accomodation
The lodge comprises a total of 19 rooms, consisting of 8 superior cottages, 6 deluxe cottages, and 5 villas, all of which feature ensuite bathrooms. While all rooms can accommodate extra bedding, only the 6 deluxe cottages offer a private patio that overlooks the Buffer Zone.
The dining options at the lodge are diverse, ranging from local street food and cuisine to continental and international dishes. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, from local delicacies such as matar jeera shorba and tomato peppercorn soup to biryanis, grilled chicken, and hakka noodles. The lodge also emphasizes the use of locally sourced ingredients, including those grown on the property, and focuses on farm-to-table experiences to provide guests with an authentic culinary experience.
Experience
The lodge offers a diverse selection of specially curated experiences to guests, including village walks, safaris, bird watching, culinary classes, camping, bonfires, photography sessions, and cultural activities. With something for everyone, these experiences allow guests to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region, creating unforgettable memories of their stay at the lodge.
Conscious Travel
The lodge is committed to promoting sustainable tourism through various initiatives such as avoiding single-use plastics, ensuring safe garbage disposal, conserving water and energy, protecting nature and biological diversity, engaging with the local community, adopting light-footprint tourism practices, discovering destinations in a sensitive manner, and preserving heritage.
