Pench Tour Package from Jabalpur (3 Days)
3-day Pench tour from Jabalpur: Pench. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,480 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
12° – 27°C
November in Pench

Description
3-day Pench tour from Jabalpur: Pench. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,480 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Pench afternoon safari, Pench river, Morning safari and more. October–June (core zones closed 1 July–15 October) is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Premium Mowgli'S Den, Pench, Pench. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Pench
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 8°C – 40°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Into Pench
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Jabalpur in the morning. Drive from Jabalpur to Pench (about 205 km, 4 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Pench. The lodges are near the Turia gate of Pench. In the afternoon, go on a jeep safari through teak forest and open meadows along the Pench river, the forests that Rudyard Kipling had in mind for The Jungle Book. Pench is known for its tigers, leopards, wild dogs and large herds of spotted deer. Overnight stay in Pench.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Jabalpur to Pench
205 km · ~4h 26m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Jabalpur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SeoniAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
55 km · 1h 6m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PenchPench, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Jabalpur to Pench
205 km · ~4h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Jabalpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Jabalpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Jabalpur → Pench
AC Seater / Volvo · ~205 km
~4h 33m|Tentative fare ₹230–₹620
- Arrive in Pench
Pench, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Jabalpur to Pench
Nearest railway stations: Jabalpur for Jabalpur, Chhindwara Junction (about 47 km away) for Pench.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 11h 54m in total
Change trains at Karaboh — about 1h 3m wait
1 change · 12h 20m in total
Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 1h 35m wait
1 change · 12h 20m in total
Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 55m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Pench afternoon safari
A jeep safari through teak forest and meadows.
- 2
Pench river
The river that gives the park its name.
A full day in Pench
Go out on the morning safari through the forest, rest at the lodge through the afternoon heat, and take an evening safari in another zone. Ask your guide about the village life of the Gond people on the edge of the forest. Overnight stay in Pench.
- 1
Morning safari
Early hours along the river and meadows.
- 2
Afternoon safari
A second drive in another zone.
Morning safari and back
Take the early safari, when the forest is cool and the animals are on the move. After breakfast, drive home. Drive from Pench to Jabalpur (about 205 km, 4 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Jabalpur. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Pench to Jabalpur
205 km · ~4h 26m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Pench
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near HarduliAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
55 km · 1h 6m drive from previous stop
Arrive in JabalpurJabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Pench to Jabalpur
205 km · ~4h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Pench
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Pench. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Pench → Jabalpur
AC Seater / Volvo · ~205 km
~4h 33m|Tentative fare ₹230–₹620
- Arrive in Jabalpur
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Pench to Jabalpur
Nearest railway stations: Chhindwara Junction (about 47 km away) for Pench, Jabalpur for Jabalpur.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 9h 42m in total
Change trains at Amla Jn — about 42m wait
1 change · 9h 42m in total
Change trains at Amla Jn — about 42m wait
1 change · 11h 5m in total
Change trains at Nainpur Junction — about 1h 5m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Pench morning safari
A dawn drive in the tiger reserve.
Tour Overview
Safaris in Pench, the teak forests of the Seoni hills along the Pench river that inspired The Jungle Book, with tigers, leopards, wild dogs and big herds of deer.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Jabalpur. The route runs Jabalpur → Pench → Jabalpur, about 410 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Pench Tour from Jabalpur
- Pench afternoon safari
- Pench river
- Morning safari
- Afternoon safari
- Pench morning safari
Inclusions in the Pench Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Jabalpur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Pench Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Permit fees
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Pench Tour
Best time to visit: October–June (core zones closed 1 July–15 October)
Route: Jabalpur → Pench → Jabalpur (about 410 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nagpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Safari permits are sold online by the MP Forest Department and sell out early for weekends and holidays. The core zones close from 1 July to 15 October for the monsoon, and parks close on some afternoons and festival days. Safari fees, timings and rules change, so check current rules when you book.
Hotels: Treebo Premium Mowgli'S Den, Pench, Pench, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Jabalpur. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹9,730 | ₹9,860 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,830 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,580 | ₹7,700 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,070 | ₹7,200 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,480 | ₹6,600 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nagpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Pench afternoon safari
- Pench river
- Morning safari
- Afternoon safari
- Pench morning safari
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–June (core zones closed 1 July–15 October) is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Jabalpur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Permit fees
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–June (core zones closed 1 July–15 October)
Route: Jabalpur → Pench → Jabalpur (about 410 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nagpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Safari permits are sold online by the MP Forest Department and sell out early for weekends and holidays. The core zones close from 1 July to 15 October for the monsoon, and parks close on some afternoons and festival days. Safari fees, timings and rules change, so check current rules when you book.
Hotels: Treebo Premium Mowgli'S Den, Pench, Pench, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Jabalpur on day 1 and you are back in Jabalpur on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Jabalpur → Pench → Jabalpur. That is about 410 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹9,730 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,480 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Jabalpur and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nagpur and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–June (core zones closed 1 July–15 October).
Safari permits are sold online by the MP Forest Department and sell out early for weekends and holidays. The core zones close from 1 July to 15 October for the monsoon, and parks close on some afternoons and festival days. Safari fees, timings and rules change, so check current rules when you book.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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