Walking Safari & Glamping
Walking Safari & Glamping through Central India’s Tiger Landscapes
About The Experience
Leave the jeep behind. This is the raw, immersive version of the Indian jungle on foot, under canvas, and utterly unforgettable.
Most safaris are limited by park regulations and the pressure of tourism, keeping you on fixed trails and timed drives. But this rare experience lets you step off the map. Walk through corners of the forest that remain untouched by wheels. Track footprints pressed into red earth. Hear langurs raise the alarm as a leopard slinks through the undergrowth.
Sleep in remote camps where the jungle hums through the night.
Offered only in select parks like Satpura National Park of Central India, this is one of the few truly wild walking safaris in India, led by expert naturalists, forest guards, and trackers who know these landscapes intimately.
This is an iconic Ameliya Safaris experience, especially curated for those guests who seek a off the grid adventure.
Why Choose A Walking Safari
When you’re walking, you’re no longer a spectator. You’re a part of the forest
A deeper kind of safari
Satpura is one of the few tiger reserves in India where walking safaris are legally permitted, offering a rare, and quiet immersion into the wild.
Track. Observe. Understand.
Learn to read the forest like a local: track footprints, identify calls, understand animal behavior, and follow subtle signs most never notice.
Slow travel, on foot.
Move at a human pace. These safaris are for those who seek mindfulness over mileage, it's a chance to connect with the jungle, step by step. And forget the noise of engines!
Tailored for seasoned explorers
Ideal for experienced safari-goers looking for something more intimate, reflective, and raw.
Trek details
Walks last 5–7 hours daily, with 2–3 rest breaks. Moderate fitness required; trails include ascents and descents. Routes and start/finish points can be customized to guest preferences.
Glamping in Satpura National Park
Satpura is named after the Sanskrit words sat (seven) and pura (mountain), referencing the rugged range that dominates the landscape. It’s one of the most beautiful and wildlife-rich territories in Central India. Here’s what to expect:
- Rugged Sandstone Hills Teak Forests, Deep River valleys.
- Untamed and biodiverse: 250+ species of birds, leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, and even tigers.
- Rich birdlife and rare flora, perfect for slow-paced nature lovers
Ameliya's Glamping Walking Safaris Itinerary
Day 1- Adventure Begins
After breakfast at your lodge, drive for about an hour to the starting point of your Mobile Safari. Begin a 3-hour trek downhill through the enchanting forests of Satpura National Park, arriving at Kanjighat Village for a freshly prepared hot lunch. Post lunch, continue trekking for another 2 hours to reach your mobile campsite deep in the wilderness. Settle in and enjoy a peaceful overnight stay under the stars.
Day 2- Full Day Trek
Embark on a full-day loop walk through the heart of Satpura National Park, tracing the historic path once walked by Captain James Forsyth, now famously known as the Forsyth Trail. Enjoy a picnic lunch en – route at Jhela Village, approximately 3 hours away. After lunch, resume your walk for another 3 hours, returning to camp in the late afternoon. Spend the evening at leisure and retire for the night at your mobile camp.
Day 3- Return to Lodge
After an early breakfast at camp, begin a 2-hour walk towards the road head, where vehicles will be waiting to receive you. From there, drive back for approximately 3 hours to return to Denwa Backwater Escape.
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FAQ
About The Glamping Experience
- There is no electricity at camps, we provide lanterns and flash lights.
- Every tent is provided with a shower tent with hot showers by bags in the evening and dry pit toilets.
- Fresh Indian meals are served in camps. We can cater to most dietery requirements.
- There is no phone connectivity at camps.
- There is no laundry service at the mobile camps.
We strongly recommend staying one night before and after the walk at a lodge in Satpura – which we will be booking for you separately. You may consider staying longer and enhance your experience by choosing from a range of activities like boat safari, canoe ride and jeep safari at the lodge.
There is an option of using a separate campsite on day 02 in which case we will use a different trek route (Camp Manakachar for day 02)
- You can also chose to do a 3 or 4 night experience.
About When to Go and For How Long
- Best Time: November to March (cooler months).
- Duration: Typically 3 days and 2 nights but can be extended up-to 4 or 5
- You walk during the day and rest mid-afternoon; each day covers 8- 12 km.
- The above is an indicative program. The campsites and the routes might change as per the local weather & conditions.
About Your Safety
- These walks are conducted under strict forest department regulations.
- All walks are led by trained professionals, and no trail is entered blindly.
- Wildlife is respected, not approached, the idea is to observe, not chase.
- All possible measures are taken by the hosts and the ground team to ensure safety during this experience.
