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Umred

The legend of Jai!

24 Feb to 26 Feb 2022

4 safaris | Easy access from Nagpur.

Maharashtra   (View All Batches)

Overview

In Umred, both legend and myth say, that even the leaves on the hardy Saag trees, as they make their final journey toward the earth, whisper stories about the tiger. The wind and the rain, the earth and the water, all tell legendary tales about tigers who have lived and died in this compact piece of wilderness. Umred is just for the tiger, there's no beating around the bush on this, for each bush can have a hidden tiger here! ;)


Jai the legend, many years back, famously migrated from Nagzira to Umred. This incredible journey of over a hundred kilometers brought Umred on the wildlifer's map! 

Jai may not be seen anymore, for none of us heard of him after the harsh summer of 2016, but his descendants sure do! While dense woods envelop the land, a number of natural and artificial waterholes give a welcome respite to the animals. Tigers and the occasional leopard can be seen at these waterholes or when they cross the safari tracks for water. Having a below-average population of herbivores, there are hardly any alarm calls happening in Umred and hence the incredible knowledge of our local guides and drivers and the information from the previous safari shall all come together to give us a great chance of spotting a tiger! Their gut instinct, keen Big Cat behavioral knowledge and unbridled passion would ensure that you get sightings and photographs to cherish for a long, long time to come!

On this epic wildlife camp, we will lead the 4-safari tour through the beautiful landscape of Umred's Gothangaon, Pauni and Karhandla ranges. 

Day 1
Arrive Nagpur and drive to Umred. Evening jungle safari. Overnight at Umred.

(You are requested to reach Nagpur anytime till 9:30 am. The convenient timings are given in the chart alongside this itinerary).

On our arrival in Nagpur, our experts would help group all the campers for breakfast following which we drive to Umred. It is a short and beautiful 90 minutes' journey. After a hot lunch, we go on our first safari drive in this dense and intimate reserve. Umred is known for its bold tigers and we shall be tracking them on the evening safari today. Post-safari, an in-house recap session on the day's sightings and photography and dinner would follow.

Day 2
Morning and evening jungle safaris. Overnight in Umred.

We spend another full day in the jungle and in process undertake two safari drives. Overnight, we would have had gathered information about the overall tiger movement and the first two hours in the morning are ideal for tracking tigers (and hopefully getting one in action). We shall explore the landscapes of all the zones and in the process get some wonderful sightings. After a hard days' of safaring through those bumpy jungle paths, we come back to the resort for a steaming hot cuppa, some games, some sessions and a lot of fun!

Day 3
Morning safari. Drive back to Nagpur. Tour ends.

After one last safari in this pretty jungle, we come back for one last lunch before heading toward Nagpur. Long handshakes and warm hugs later, we part ways for the time being, but the many pictures and memories would keep us together for a long time.

(those who are departing from Nagpur after 10 pm can do the 5th safari at an additional cost).

(You are requested to board any flight/train after 7 pm.).

Highlights

  • An experience of exploring one of central India's most underrated yet breathtaking tiger countries.
  • Visit all 3 zones of Umred, Gothangaon, Pauni and Karhandla.
  • Beyond Wild's experienced mentors teach you the ways of the wild.
  • 4 jungle safaris in all the happening zones with a lot of tiger tracking learning, birdwatching and understanding of the local ecology and habitat.
  • Umred is one of the best places to see a tiger in the wild and we shall try our utmost to track the apex predator
  • Great learning about tiger tracking, tiger photography and the thought process behind the image-making.
  • On-camp sessions on birding, wildlife and wildlife photography.

Costs

DOUBLE SHARING BASIS
INR 15,900
(per person)
  • Standard AC Rooms

4-men gypsy increment: 3,500 INR per person for the entire tour.

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Cost per child (5-10 years) sharing room with 2 adults: 11,900/- INR per child

Cost per child (below 5 years) who wants a separate seat in the jeep: 2,900/- INR per child

(GST of 5% extra on above costs.)

Booking amount: 50% of the tour cost.

Balance can be paid upto a month before departure.

Please note:

1. Above costs remain same for Indian and non Indian nationals.

2. Those who want to do the additional (5th safari) safari on Day 3 afternoon should notify us at the time of booking. We will make necessary and possible arrangements thereafter.

Inclusions

  1. Accommodation at the chosen wildlife resort for 2 nights in comfortable Air-conditioned rooms/tents.
  2. All meals ex-Nagpur (daily bed tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner) starting breakfast on Day 1 and concluding with lunch on Day 3.
  3. 4 jungle safaris in the most premium zones of Umred Pauni Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary with all fees, permits, taxes, guide and gypsy charges.
  4. Safaris in the best possible premium zones selected as per our past experience and current sighting trends.
  5. Services of a ‘Beyond Wild’ wildlife expert ex Nagpur.
  6. Return Nagpur-Umred-Nagpur transfers by an AC SUV-vehicle (Toyota Innova/similar).
  7. Lots of sessions and group discussions as part of our interactions on wildlife and day's sightings.
  8. A professional forest driver and forest guide for all safaris.

Exclusions

  1. Any air fare or rail fare.
  2. All Govt. Taxes as applicable.
  3. Personal expenses like laundry, soft drinks, hard drinks, mineral water, internet and telephone charges, etc.
  4. Camera fees (200/- per camera with lens of 250 mm or above per safari).
  5. Anything not mentioned in the list of inclusions.

Travel to and fro Nagpur:

While the travel upto Nagpur on Day 1 and travel from Nagpur on Day 3 is extra, we can assist you to book the transport or book it for you. Please contact our head office at info@beyondwild.in for further details regarding the arrangements and we shall be more than happy to help you.

Booking Procedure

Booking procedure:

A 50% advance amount and a recognized Government Identity card (Aadhar, Pancard, Driver's License, OCI, Passport, Voter's ID, Government Employee's ID, school/College ID would all do for Indian nationals.

For non Indian nationals, only Passport is allowed) should be scanned and mailed at info@beyondwild.in or alternatively whatsapped at 09372253468.

Cancellation - Refund (On Tour Cost)

  • If cancellation is communicated 10 days (or less) before departure OR No Show - No Refund.
  • If cancellation is communicated 20 to 11 days before departure - 20% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 30 to 21 days before departure - 40% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 30 to 59 days before departure - 60% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 60 days (or more) before departure - 80% of tour cost refunded.
  • If cancellation is communicated 120 days (or more) before departure - Full Refund.