During the winter season beginning from November to February end necessary to carry warm clothing, jackets, gloves, mufflers etc as the morning open jeep safari drives can be freezing cold.
During the summer months – from April to June the weather is hot therefore loose light colored cotton clothing is recommended Light clothing is recommended for the months of October and March as the days tend to be warm.
Bright colors can disturb the animals therefore clothes should ideally be in muted jungle shades of beige, brown, green etc, preferably neutral and earthly colors.
You may also carry a shawl/stole while heading for the safari as the temperature inside the park is always lower as compared to outside.
Things to carry
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Sun cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- Water
Dos & Don’ts
- Keep seated in your vehicle at any point in the park it is dangerous to get down. This is for your own safety and the safety of wildlife.
- Do not wear bright-colored clothes as it distracts the animal.
- Do not instigate the animal.
- Do not eat inside/litter the park.
- Drive slowly in the Park so that you can observe and enjoy without disturbing the wildlife.
- Do not smoke inside the park.
- Follow the instructions given by your safari guide.
- Do not offer anything to the animals.
General Information on the park
Bandhavgarh National Park consists of mixed vegetation ranging from tall grasslands to thick Sal forest and the varied topography provides numerous opportunities to spot the majestic Indian tiger, some rarely seen animals like leopard and sloth bear, and a variety of birds. Due to high wildlife sightings, it is becoming popular amongst tourists visiting India.
- Area: 1161 sq. km.
- Core Zone: 624 sq kms.
- Buffer Zone: 537 sq. km.
- Longitude: 80 47’15” to 81 11′ 45 E
- Latitude: 23 30′ 12 to 23 45′ 45 N
- Altitude: 440 mts to 810 mts above sea level.