Most of the people visit Pench National Park for thrilling safaris, but there are more experiences that you can enjoy when you go for a nice short trip there. The area around Pench is beautiful and offers a lot of activities for tourists to spend their free time after the safari. Here are some of the best experiences and thrilling things that you can take part in when you visit the area around Pench:
Rukhad is the outer area of Pench, which is filled with wildlife, birds, and scenic beauty. During a cycle trail in this area, you can spot deer, herbivorous animals, and even some rare birds. Explore the scenic, lush green beauty of the area on a bicycle and have a good time. This is a famous activity in Pencg in which people can explore the dense Rukhad forests on a 22km cycle tour. You can go on this ride at 8 AM, and it ends at the charming Sakata Forest Rest House, where you can relax after the journey. During the ride, uou can see many birds, tall trees, deer, and maybe some other wildlife. This tour happens with a forest guide just like gypsy safaris for safety reasons, and it’s a good experience for nature lovers and photographers.
If you wanna explore the heart of rural Pench, then a visit to the nearby bazaars would be best for you. You can go to the Bazaars on a bicycle or by walking there. Many weekly haats (local markets) take place in the nearby villages, and they look colorful, friendly, and filled with beautifully handcrafted items made by local artisans. From the local market of Pench, you can buy things like clay pots, handwoven baskets, tribal jewelry, spices, and wooden items in their best condition. They are made locally by the tribal people and look amazing. You can visit the villages like Vijaypani, Badalpar, Khamba, and Belpath, where these markets take place on different days. While exploring the market, you can even have a cup of hot tea if a villager asks you (as they are very friendly). Go to the market, chat with the locals, and learn more about this spot. You can even learn about interesting stories related to Pench National Park.
The Runi Jhuni nature walking trail is best for those who like to spend their time in peaceful surroundings and enjoy the beauty of nature. This trail is perfect to go on a walk in nature and listen to soft music of the forest while observing it. This trail starts from the Karmajhiri gate of the park and allows the tourists to spend around 1 to 2 hours inside Pench National Park. You’ll be walking inside the Jungle with the forest guide for safety reasons, and no disturbing sounds of gypsy would be around. Explore the flora and fauna on foot and spend a good time observing the area. During your walk, you might get a chance to spot wild fowl, langurs, deer, butterflies, and many forest birds. Also, you will get to know the stories about the jungle’s plants, insects, and animal tracks from your guide. This will be a good experience and is a peaceful, educational, and soulful activity to experience in Pench.
Pench National Park is located far from the bright city lights and noises. It offers tourists the opportunity to enjoy a nice stargazing experience in a natural environment. The sky is clear without pollution, and it becomes a magical canvas with lots of painted stars at night. You can even see shooting stars sometimes because of a clear environment. Just go to your garden or any open space area at night, and you can spend a calming time watching stars and constellations. Even some resorts or hotels have telescopes that allow the guests to see the magical beauty. Stargazing at night is one of the best experiences around Pench.
This village is a famous place to visit around Pench National Park. It is located around 15 km from the Turia Gate and allows tourists to try their hand at pottery, talk to the villagers, and learn about their simple but skilled way of life. This village is home to around 100 families in this area, and most of them are traditional potters. The houses of this village are visited by many tourists as they can take amazing pictures of traditional houses painted in white and blue, with wide porches. In this village, you can see many people crafting earthen utensils, lamps, and clay toys using natural clay without any machines. From the village, you can buy handmade souvenirs that will let you remember your trip to Pench. Visiting this place is perfect for those who like to try new things and want to be a traveler, not just a tourist.
If you’re interested in watching Jungle from a different angle, then a visit to the famous Kamthikhairy Dam (also called Pench Dam) would be perfect for you. This place is famous among people for enjoying a relaxing boat ride. It is surrounded by the thick forests of Pench, and you can see wild animals near the corners of the area. Here, you can enjoy pedal boats, row boats, or motorboats and spot animals from a distance. You can even see lots of birds in this area and spot the common ones like egrets, herons, kingfishers, and storks flying around. Whenever you go for a boat ride at Pench Dam, remember to take binoculars so that you can enjoy a nice experience there without any sightseeing issues.
If you’re interested in watching Jungle from a different angle, then a visit to the famous Kamthikhairy Dam (also called Pench Dam) would be perfect for you. This place is famous among people for enjoying a relaxing boat ride. It is surrounded by the thick forests of Pench, and you can see wild animals near the corners of the area. Here, you can enjoy pedal boats, row boats, or motorboats and spot animals from a distance. You can even see lots of birds in this area and spot the common ones like egrets, herons, kingfishers, and storks flying around. Whenever you go for a boat ride at Pench Dam, remember to take binoculars so that you can enjoy a nice experience there without any sightseeing issues.
Explore stunning views of Pench from lush forests to thrilling wildlife moments, captured during safaris and tours.
