Nestled in the vicinity of the breathtaking Bandhavgarh National Park is the first of the Taj Safari Lodges. The name Mahua Kothi draws inspiration from one of Indias most beautiful trees, the Madhuca Indica, or butter tree. The lodge sprawls over the 40 acre grounds, around the renowned former tented camp, Churhat Kothi, the accommodation and facilities of the lodge blend charmingly into the quaint and rustic surroundings.
At the heart of the Mahua Kothi experience is the interpretive safari and wildlife excursions brought to the lodge by the expertise of conservation specialists. Experts in their fields, Taj Safari guides provide wildlife enthusiasts and adventure travelers with a distinctive and interpretive wildlife experiences, based on a proven and sustainable eco-tourism model. Their sharp understanding of the jungle seasons and animal behaviour truly makes for a memorable Safari experience.
From indulging in Ayurvedic massage to cooling off at the swimming pool, guests will find plenty to do when they are not actively pursuing predators on elephant-back or cycling through a local village. Inside the lodge, guests can wander into the open kitchen that lets everyone witness the simple joys of churning butter, hand-grinding masala, chopping garden-fresh vegetables with sickles and rotis being expertly made on a chulha.
About Bandhavgarh
Bandhavgarh National Park, located among the picturesque hills of Vindhya and Satpura, supports one of the highest densities of tiger populations in India. Bandhavgarhs dramatic landscape comprises tropical forests and woodlands, steep rocky hills, with flat grasslands in the valleys below. An ancient 1,000 year old fort featuring the reclining statue of Lord Vishnu, and the dense Sal jungle combined with the grasslands make Bandhavgarh one of the most beautiful parks in India.
Mahua Kothi
Village Tala, District Umaria
Bandhavgarh National Park – 484661
Madhya Pradesh, India
T: 91 22 6601 1825
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