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Day 1
When the Guests arrive in Raipur they will be transferred to Keonchi
(Amarkantak). In the evening
they will be taken on a nature walk around the sāl jungles in
the valley. There will be some musical entertainment before dinner.
Day 2
Early in the morning the guests can return for a safari to these
virgin sāl forest where there are chances of spotting
cheetal, wild boar, leopard, bison and a variety of birds, not
to forget the beautiful and bright giant squirrels.
A sumptuous breakfast after the
safari would be ideal. Now one has ample time to relax in the serene
atmosphere of the Sal Valley Resort. In the evening our guests would
drive to Mandwarani, the confluence of the rivers Narmada and Son,
returning to the resort for dinner.
Day 3
Early
morning the guests can drive to Bhanwartank Lake, an ideal spot for
bird watching and angling.
While breakfast would be served at
the lake, lunch will be had at the resort. And after a siesta they
could visit the Herbal Medicinal Centre of the Forest Department
nearby. Dinner will be taken at the resort.
Day 4
A
drive to the historic Kabir rest house (1942) with a breathtaking
view can start off the day. A picnic breakfast will be refreshing .
Later, one can relax at the resort. In the evening you can visit a
tribal haat and witness a tribal dance. Dinner will be at the
resort.
Day
5
After breakfast our Guests will start for Kanker Palace, Kanker.They could
either carry a picnic lunch or stop over for lunch at a hotel in
Raipur. They will be received at Kanker Palace with a traditional
welcome. Once refreshed, the Guests will be entertained by
Chhattisgarhi folk musicians over beverages and pre-dinner snacks.
Members of the Royal Family will join them to share their insights
into the life of the region.
Day 6
First half of the day will be spent exploring the beautiful surrounding of
the Palace and the small historical town of Kanker. After an early
lunch, the Guests will be driven up the winding ghats of Keshkal for
some spectacular views of the tropical jungle below. Later they will
get the opportunity to observe and enjoy Tribal life up close when
they will visit a Tribal Haat (market).
Day 7
After breakfast the guests will visit the village of the Deer-Horn Muria
Tribe and have glimpse of the Gotul System. Here one could enjoy the
wonderful village food with some local tardy and be Guests to one of
them.
Day 8
After breakfast the guests will leave for Jagdalpur, the largest town and
nerve center of Bastar.Lunch would be packed and can be had in our
secret spot in the jungle.
Though the three hour long journey
will itself be a treasure-trove of vignettes from Tribal life, they
will make a short detour midway to visit Tribal craft communities of
Kondagaon. (Bell Metal, Wrought Iron and Terracotta) They could
visit the Tribal Market of Narayanpur famous all over world for its
beautiful colour, vigour and cockfight. (only if it is a Sunday.)
Boarding and lodging at Jagdalpur will be arranged at a deluxe Hotel
as per your Choice.
Day 9
After breakfast the guests will leave for Jagdalpur, the largest town and
nerve center of Bastar.Lunch would be packed and can be had in our
secret spot in the jungle.
Though the three hour long journey
will itself be a treasure-trove of vignettes from Tribal life, they
will make a short detour midway to visit Tribal craft communities of
Kondagaon. (Bell Metal, Wrought Iron and Terracotta) They could
visit the Tribal Market of Narayanpur famous all over world for its
beautiful colour, vigour and cockfight. (only if it is a Sunday.)
Boarding and lodging at Jagdalpur will be arranged at a deluxe Hotel
as per your Choice.
Day 10
Our Guests would start exploring this Tribal Land by visiting the famous
Bison-Horn Maria Tribe Known for their weaving, dance and
hospitality. later they could visit the rich forest of Kanger Valley
National Park and its Attractions (which include the Kailash caves
OR gushing cataracts of Tirathgarh). On their way back one could
catch a glimpse of a weekly Haat. (depending on the time).
Day 11
On this day the Guests could opt for a remote and unspoilt Tribal Haat
Or visit Chitrakote waterfalls, one of the country’s largest or
Barsur , home to the ruins of the 5th century Nagavansh Temples.
Day 12
The Guests could spend the first half of the day exploring the capital of
Bastar, one of India’s largest and most exotic erstwhile princely
states. A visit to the Palace, Anthropological Museum and some craft
centers will be the attraction of the day. After Lunch at a hotel
one could opt for another Haat.
Day 13
After visiting the Famous Maria tribe known for their dance the Guests
will return back to Kanker Palace, Kanker visiting some craft
centers.
Day 14
After a leisurely breakfast the Guest could enjoy the beautiful
surrounding of the Palace. One could read, paint or just relaxe.
Later they could opt for secluded boat ride about an hours drive
from the palace and return back. (If a couple- one could opt stay
over night at one of the Family’s Farm house in a village as a
hide-away from the madding crowd of the town and savour a normal
village life with opportunities of boating and fishing.)
Day 15
on this day one could leave for Raipur and stay overnight OR leave
directly for the Air Port as per Flight Schedule and convenience.
The programme might be altered to accommodate visits
to seasonal or immediate tribal events of interests.
Our policy is to disturb as little as possible the
normal daily life of the Tribal People.
We hope you enjoy this tour in royal luxury
full of tribal & wild experiences.........
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