Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge

Just outside the Tala gate of Bandhavgarh National Park, this understated lodge channels the spirit of a forest retreat. Built with mud walls and thatched roofs, the cottages echo local village architecture, blending into the edge-of-jungle setting. There’s nothing flashy – the focus is firmly on the rhythms of the natural world and quiet, grounded hospitality.

Evenings are low-lit and reflective, often spent by the firepit swapping stories with naturalists and fellow travellers. Mornings begin early with safari drives, returning to home-cooked meals and a hammock strung between trees. A calm, connected base for one of India’s most wildlife-rich parks.