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Wildlife Resort in Bandhavgarh National Park
Kings Lodge, an eco-luxury Wildlife Resort in Bandhavgarh is located in the heart of Bandhavgarh National Park. Surrounded by two lush Sal hills in the majestic Bandhavgarh National Park and straddled in the lap of the sylvan and flourishing Rancha village; Kings Lodge offers discerning travellers the very best of luxuriant living in the depths of wilderness.
Our 14 hectare, natural forested estate is situated in the heart of tiger country. Kings Lodge is a 10 minute drive from the Tala gate, and lies in close proximity to the other park gates of Bandhavgarh National Park. Yet, it is idyllically located to offer serene quietude and tranquility in the midst of a thriving forest.
Kings Lodge is single use plastic free wildlife lodge and we offer our guests a befitting experience of being in an expansive woodland which is 95% forest. Not a single tree was felled to create this wilderness haven. On the contrary thousands of different varieties of trees were planted to create a residential forest. This residential forest adds a different, aesthetic, and beautiful look to Kings Lodge, making it the most beautiful resort in Bandhavgarh and the best place to spend time with family.
Luxurious Living in Bandhavgarh
The cottages at the Kings Lodge, Bandhavgarh are spread over an expansive and thriving forest cover, ensuring the perfect blend of solitude and solace.
Here’s a peek into our eco-luxury cottages:
- Air-conditioned with plush double beds and inviting crisp cotton linen.
- Complimentary housekeeping service two times a day.
- A sprawling sit-out verandah to enjoy stunning foliage and landscape.
- A writing table and chair to let the muse flow.
- Well appointed, sturdy and comfortable furniture made from recycled wood.
- Sustainably sourced and packaged tea bags. coffee, sugar and creamer in glass dispensers. Freshly baked cookies from our kitchen. A French press and hot water kettle.
- Bathrooms with 24 hour hot and cold water, modern amenities and organic toiletries in glass jars.
- Eco-friendly construction and eco-sensitive waste disposal systems.
The cottages are designed to blend with the surrounding landscape and the architectural style is quaint and rustic.
TripadvisorExplore Bandhavgarh National Park
Bandhavgarh national park is one of the famed tiger abodes of India, homing more than 75 tigers. Spread across a sprawling forested area of 1156 sq. km., Bandhavgarh National Park is known to have one of the highest density of tigers in the world. Bandhavgarh National park is located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, in Central India. It is surrounded by the undulating Vindhya hills that are spread over thirty-two rolling hills, untamed grasslands and thriving, sylvan meadows.
Activities in Bandhavgarh National Park
Jeep Safari
The park is divided into core and buffer zones. The morning and afternoon safaris are offered in the core zones - Magadhi, Tala and Khitauli. An experienced naturalist accompanies our guests, to help them understand the forest landscape and its many inhabitants.
Cycling Trails
Explore the bountiful countryside of Bandhavgarh on a charming cycling trail. Our experienced naturalists are more than happy to accompany you, and take you on an unhurried tour. One that weaves through the various hamlets, and the buffer zone of the forests.
Foot Trails
Did you know the best wilderness experiences happen on a leisurely foot trail? After all you get to experience nature up close and personal. Our naturalists look forward to taking you on a walking tour, exploring our forested estate and the fringes of the forests.
Tours in Bandhavgarh National Park
India Tiger Safari
(9 Nights/ 10 Days)
Great India Tiger Safari covers three spectacular parks of central highlands – Tadoba, Kanha & Bandhavgarh – is ideal for a wildlife enthusiast focusing on the Tiger.
This Tiger tour in India is ideal for a wildlife enthusiast focusing on the Tiger as it covers the three best National Parks of India – Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Pench.
Our Sustainable Food Story
At our resort in Bandhavgarh offer our guests impeccable and sustainable food that is farm fresh, locally sourced. We are single-use-plastic free and have done away with bottled water, tetra packs, sachets, plastic straws, and a lot more. The food that you eat at Kings Lodge, and all our other lodges is sourced locally. And prepared in our scratch kitchens.
We are committed to our “farm to table” philosophy. Our organic kitchen garden provides fresh food produce for the day that includes herbs, spices and vegetables.
We reduce miles and transport costs and in effect our carbon footprint as well; by sourcing food ingredients from local farmers, and buying from local markets, as much as possible. This supports them, while ensuring we stay true to our sustainable living practices.