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Feeling down? Putting up the pieces together, ‘Sat’-seven, ‘Pura’-hills as in seven mountains will take you close to the nature. Then you can experience all the happiness that the Satpura national park is offering you and this sanctuary is cuddled amongst the Mahadeo hills of Satpura range. Satpura was first explored by Captain James Forsyth of Bengal Lancers in 1862. He was in mission to search our Great Indian Freedom Fighter Tantya Tope. Satpura is one of the first declared Reserved Forest Area of India due to its ecological importance. Satpura became a Tiger Reserve in the year 2000 and was name Satpura Tiger Reserve from Satpura National Park. Satpura National Park, with inclusion of Pachmarhi & Bori Sanctuaries, Satpura Tiger Reserve it covers 1427 kms of Hoshangabad and Chhindwara Districts of Madhya Pradesh.
Satpura Tiger Reserve has 4 Core gates Churna gate, Madhai gate, Mallupura gate and Panaarpani gate. Satpura Tiger Reserve also has 4 Buffer gates Burgodi (Pipariya), Jamani Dev, Parsapani, and Tamia Delakhari. Nearest railway station to visit Madhai Zone is Pipariya and Sohagpur. People coming by air can take flight to Bhopal. Nearest airport is Bhopal. Major railway junction is Itarsi Railway station.
Majority of trains coming from Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata and Nagpur all have a stop in Itarsi Junction. From Itarsi it takes only 90 min to reach Madhai.
For Churna Zone, Betul and Itarsi are the nearest railway station.
Ways To Explore
Discover Satpura National Park through jeep safaris, guided forest walks and Denwa River boat experiences. Explore its wildlife, woodland trails and peaceful backwaters at your own pace.
Start your Satpura jeep safari in the cool early hours, exploring forest tracks with a guide. Look for deer, birds and signs of predators as the forest wakes up. The changing morning light makes this a rewarding choice for wildlife photography. Carry binoculars, wear muted colours and keep your camera ready without disturbing animals. After the drive, return to your stay for breakfast and time to relax before your next outing.
Discover another side of Satpura National Park on an afternoon jeep safari. Follow permitted routes through woodland and open habitats, watching for wildlife as the day cools. Your outing ends at the forest department’s designated exit time. Look closely around water sources and forest clearings, and let your guide interpret tracks and calls along the route. Plan a comfortable gap between lunch and departure so you can reach the entry gate in time.
Slow down on a guided walking safari in Satpura’s permitted forest areas. Learn to recognise animal tracks, bird calls and native plants with an authorised guide. Exploring on foot reveals the smaller details that are easy to miss from a vehicle. Your guide can explain the connections between forest plants, insects and wildlife while you follow approved trails. Wear sturdy closed shoes, carry drinking water and check the route’s fitness and age requirements before booking.
See Satpura’s river landscape from a boat or canoe on the Denwa backwaters, where available. Watch for waterbirds along the banks and take in views of the forested hills. This quieter outing offers a different perspective from a jeep safari. Bring binoculars to look for birds along the shoreline and enjoy the changing reflections on the water. Ask which boat or canoe options are operating for your dates, follow the crew’s instructions and use the safety equipment provided.
Explore The Wild
Explore Satpura National Park with our curated packages, offering unforgettable wildlife experiences and immersive adventures amidst pristine nature. Book your adventure now!
4N/5D
This tour covers the entire Pachmarhi and Satpura Tiger Reserve, with entry through the Madhai gate.
1N/2D
A one-night Madhai break with one safari: waterfalls, boating and a jungle drive in the Madhai Core Zone or Parsapani buffer zone.
3N/4D
Enter from the Madhai zone and cover the Madhai and Churna core zones of Satpura Tiger Reserve over four days of safaris.
2N/3D
A Satpura Tiger Reserve trail covering the Madhai and Churna core zones, with entry from the Madhai zone.
2N/3D
A 2-night Madhai stay with four outings: evening and morning jeep safaris, a Denwa river boat safari and a guided walking safari.
More Than A Safari
Satpura National Park in Madhya Pradesh is home to Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, gaur and many bird species, set among teak, sal and bamboo forests. Explore its wildlife, birdlife and flora beyond the jungle safari.
Bengal tigers are part of Satpura’s appeal, but they share these forests with leopards, sloth bears, gaur, deer and wild boar. Every habitat offers something different to notice: a herd grazing in a clearing, movement in the undergrowth or tracks on a forest road. A patient approach and a knowledgeable guide help you appreciate more than a single species.
The changing forest and river scenery make birdwatching a rewarding part of a Satpura visit. Carry binoculars, pause at bird calls and let your guide help identify what you see, from woodland species in the canopy to life along the water’s edge.
Teak, sal, bamboo and mahua contribute to Satpura’s rich mix of woodland habitats. Look beyond the larger animals to the canopy, flowering plants and the shaded undergrowth that shelter so much of the forest’s life.
Satpura National Park and the adjoining Bori and Pachmarhi sanctuaries protect a varied forest landscape in Madhya Pradesh. Sandstone hills, shaded valleys, streams and waterfalls create a setting that changes as you travel from the riverbanks to the higher slopes.
Extend your wildlife trip with time around Pachmarhi. Visit the Pandav Caves, explore the sacred setting of Jatashankar and discover viewpoints across the hills. Plan sightseeing separately from safari drives so neither part of your journey feels rushed.
Balance forest outings with relaxed time at your accommodation. Enjoy a quiet meal, try regional dishes where available and leave room between activities to rest. An unhurried itinerary gives you more time to notice the details that make this wilderness special.
Satpura Through Time
From a protected forest of the 1800s to a tiger reserve and biosphere reserve, Satpura’s story in Madhya Pradesh is one of long-term conservation in the Satpura range.
Captain James Forsyth of the Bengal Lancers reached the Pachmarhi plateau, bringing the Satpura hills to wider attention.
Bori was declared a reserved forest, widely regarded as the first in India, laying the foundation for forest management here.
Bori Wildlife Sanctuary and Pachmarhi Wildlife Sanctuary were established to protect the surrounding forests and wildlife.
Satpura National Park was notified in Madhya Pradesh, protecting the core of the landscape between the Tawa and Denwa rivers.
The park and both sanctuaries were joined as Satpura Tiger Reserve, one large protected habitat for Bengal tigers and other wildlife.
The Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, which includes Satpura, joined UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves for its biodiversity.
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Good To Know
Quick answers about wildlife, safaris, the best time to visit and how to plan your stay in Satpura, Madhya Pradesh.
Satpura National Park is in Madhya Pradesh, India, in the Satpura range. Together with the adjoining Bori and Pachmarhi sanctuaries it forms Satpura Tiger Reserve, set among sandstone hills, valleys, streams and waterfalls.
Satpura is home to Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, gaur, deer and wild boar, along with many bird species. Wildlife sightings depend on nature and cannot be guaranteed, so a patient approach and a knowledgeable guide help you notice far more than a single species.
You can choose from a morning jeep safari, an evening jeep safari, a guided walking safari and a Denwa river boat safari. Each one shows a different side of the forest, and the permitted routes and timings are set by the forest department.
The park is closed during the monsoon, so most visits fall between October and June. Each part of the season feels different, so choose according to the weather and the kind of experience you want.
We offer tour packages of different lengths: The Satpura Tour (4N/5D), Madhai Tour (1N/2D), Madhai Churna Tiger Trail (3N/4D), Madhai Churna Trail (2N/3D), Satpura Jeep, Boat & Walking Safari Package (2N/3D). Each package covers safaris and a forest stay, and you can choose the one that fits your time and interests.
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Teak, sal, bamboo and mahua are part of Satpura’s rich mix of woodland habitats. Look beyond the larger animals to the canopy, flowering plants and the life along the water.
Yes. You can extend your trip with time around Pachmarhi, including the Pandav Caves, the sacred setting of Jatashankar and viewpoints across the hills. Plan sightseeing separately from safari drives so neither feels rushed.
Carry binoculars, wear muted or neutral colours, and bring layers for cool mornings. For walking safaris, wear sturdy closed shoes and carry drinking water.