Pench Tree Lodge

About Resort & Location: The enchanting beauty of Pench National Park can be explored most uniquely by staying at the Pench Tree Lodge. Spread across 40 acres in the tribal village of Sarahiri, the resort is a perfect getaway for wildlife enthusiasts to explore the forest and rejuvenate themselves in the lap of Mother Nature. The serene resort is located in a faraway corner of the forest reserve and is a 20 minutes drive from the Karamajhiri gate. Located in Khwasa village in the Seoni district the lodge is well connected by air, rail, and road.The nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International, Nagpur, at a distance of around 80 km from the accommodation. You can avail the paid airport shuttle service to reach here. Another option is to reach via Jabalpur airport which is approximately 210kms from the lodge. Nagpur being an international airport offers more flight connectivity than Jabalpur. If traveling by trainNagpur is the nearest railway station located at a distance of 130 km. Jabalpur railway station is located approximately at a distance of 210 km. If informed in advance the lodge can make arrangements for pick up from the railway station. Private taxis are also available to bring nature lovers from the railway station to the lodge. The property can be reached from Jabalpur or Nagpur by road in three to four hours. The nearest bus stand to the lodge is Khawasa or Seoni and hourly buses are available from Nagpur.

Rooms:The rooms are styled to give a feel of the jungle safari and use vibrant local handicrafts. There are 6 large cottages on the ground and 6 spacious cottages or tree houses built on top of the Mahua trees. Big French windows open into private decks with a large sitting space. Uninterrupted view of the serene forest and sighting of animals like wild boars, jungle cats, spotted deer, and jackals can be done from here. Treehouses have large four-poster beds whereas cottages have 1 King size bed and 1 queen-size bed. AC, hot and cold water in spacious washrooms, free toiletries, tea/coffee machines are a few of the amenities provided in the cottages.

Facilities: After the jungle safari the guests can admire the enchanting view of the forest from their private decks. They can enjoy the sunset while sipping a cup of tea. The menu includes delicious authentic local food, ingredients for which are available through the in-house organic garden.Bush dinners are also organized where guests can eat, dance, and enjoy under the starlit sky. A walk to the village and the local market or the haat bazaar, night trails, or rides on the bicycle are a bunch full of activities enjoyed by guests.