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Madhai Satpura
Madhai Satpura
1,427 sq km
Park Area
50+
Tigers
4
Safari Types
1
Walking Reserve
About Madhai Satpura
India's most adventurous tiger reserve — on foot, by boat, by jeep
Madhai is the main entry to Satpura Tiger Reserve — Madhya Pradesh's most unusual wildlife experience. Unlike any other Indian tiger park, Satpura permits walking safaris, canoe rides on the Denwa river and elephant-back forays.
Stretched across 1,427 sq km of the Satpura range, the reserve is home to tigers, leopards, sloth bears, gaur, sambar, the elusive Indian giant squirrel and over 300 bird species. The lack of crowds and the variety of safari styles make it a favourite of repeat wildlife travellers.
At a Glance
Key facts and the best way to experience Madhai Satpura
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Location
Hoshangabad District, MP
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Famous For
Walking safaris, canoe rides, sloth bears
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Best Season
October–June (closed during monsoon)
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Time Needed
3 days minimum
Heritage & Legacy
A timeline of devotion, history and natural majesty
1981 — National Park
Satpura is declared a national park, joining the older Bori and Pachmarhi sanctuaries.
1999 — Tiger Reserve
Satpura is brought into the Project Tiger umbrella as the Satpura Tiger Reserve.
Walking Safaris Begin
Satpura becomes the first Indian tiger reserve to permit guided walking safaris in the buffer zones.
Madhai Entry Gate
Madhai (across the Denwa from Pachmarhi) emerges as the most popular and best-served entry point.
Today
Madhai offers jeep, walking, canoe, cycling and elephant-back safaris — central India's most varied wildlife experience.
Top Attractions in Madhai Satpura
Must-see places on your visit
Walking Safari
A guided 3-hour foot trail with armed naturalists into the buffer — the only legal walking tiger safari in India.
Denwa Canoe Ride
Glide silently along the Denwa river spotting marsh crocodiles, kingfishers, mahseer and the occasional drinking sambar.
Jeep Safari
Standard jeep safaris into the core — sloth bears and the Indian giant squirrel are Satpura specialities.
Jeep Safari (Madhai Core)
Buffer Walking Safari
Denwa Canoe Ride
Elephant-back Safari
Cycle Safari
Bird-watching Towers
Riverside Lodges
Tribal Village Walks
How to Reach Madhai Satpura
Well connected by road, rail and air across Madhya Pradesh
By Train
Nearest station is Pipariya (50 km) on the Itarsi–Jabalpur line; Itarsi (100 km) is a major junction.
By Air
Nearest airport is Bhopal — Raja Bhoj (210 km); Nagpur (260 km) is another option.
By Bus / Road
Lodges arrange road transfers from Bhopal, Pipariya and Pachmarhi. Self-drive via NH-69 is straightforward.
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Certificate of Excellence for Year 2016
Certificate of Excellence for Year 2017
Certificate of Excellence for Year 2018
With Hon'ble Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan
Awarded by M.P Govt from last years
