1Pench Tiger Reserve
Pench Tiger Reserve, located on the border of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, is the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. It is just 90 km from Nagpur, making it perfect for a 2-day weekend getaway.
2Route from Nagpur
The fastest route is Nagpur to Saoner to Pench via NH44 and state highway. The 90 km journey takes about 2 hours. For those who want to explore, stop at Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary on the way.
3Safari Timing and Gates
Pench has multiple safari gates — Turia, Karmajhiri, and Wolf Sanctuary. Morning safari starts at 5:30 AM and evening at 3:30 PM. The Turia gate is most popular for tiger sightings. Book safaris online through the Maharashtra Forest Department website.
4Accommodation Options
From luxury resorts like Jamtara Wilderness Camp to budget forest rest houses, Pench has options for every budget. The Tadoba-Pench corridor also offers unique homestay experiences.
5Ideal 2-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Morning drive from Nagpur, afternoon safari, evening at resort. Day 2: Early morning safari, breakfast, return to Nagpur by afternoon. This gives you two safari chances to spot wildlife.
