Designed with a light footprint to protect the surrounding riverine environment, the 18 tented suites at Banjaar Tola are set on raised platforms. Wide glass doors open onto private decks overlooking the river, offering panoramic views of the wilderness beyond. Pressed bamboo floors and wall panels combine with fabrics in delicate tones of saffron, forest green and earthy cinnamon to create a light and airy feel. A king-sized bed with a multitude of pillows and a couple of lounge beds on the deck offer guests indoor and outdoor lounging options. A cleverly located butler hatch allows butlers to place freshly plunged coffee in the mornings without an intrusion on guest privacy. Selected pieces of Gondi artwork and bell metal figurines from the Chattisgarh region nearby, lend the dwelling a local flavour.

A gigantic sink-in ottoman, canvas wardrobes with leather detailing and handcrafted driftwood furniture notch up the glamour quotient of a luxury camping experience. Air-conditioned ensuite bathrooms feature a shower area and a bath, both screened by delicate blinds that can be drawn to view the lush green forest around. Wrought iron chairs, a tall floor lamp and a driftwood tree trunk for a table holding organic bath salts; are all evocative of a safari camp from yesteryears.

Sample the myriad but distinctive flavours of Bundelkhandi, Baghelkhandi, Chhattisgarhi and Vidarbha cuisines. Choose to dine by the pool, on the deck or in the privacy of a tent. Our Head Chef will ensure that all personal preferences and tastes are taken into account. Skip the traditional method of ordering off a menu, and dive headfirst into a culinary adventure unlike any other. Dine amidst the towering Sal trees, illuminated by the warm, inviting glow of hundreds of lanterns. Entertainment, in the form of traditional dancing and singing, keeps the atmosphere lively and entertaining.

Experience a unique live-cooking demonstration wherein our expert Chefs decode popular recipes. Gain an insight into the therapeutic uses of various herbs and spices. Recognise them on the basis of smell and taste. Learn how to roast, grind and blend, and prepare delightful vegetarian dishes with lentils, fresh paneer cheese and potatoes. Unveiling the secrets of Indian cooking, where guests learn and taste simple dishes is a popular evening activity. The spacious open deck in the common guest area is set up with a small stove and an array of spices, chopped herbs and vegetables in various colours and textures. The personable chef takes the visitors on a culinary journey of traditional Indian delights. Guests taste and inhale the tantalising aroma of various spices as they participate in preparing simple recipes. Understanding the therapeutic properties of traditional herbs and spices makes for an absorbing culinary session. Once the cooking is done, guests get to have their curry and eat it too.

The largest national park of Madhya Pradesh, the Kanha National Park, also known as the Kanha Tiger Reserve, spans two districts covering an area of a staggering 940 square kilometres. The land was originally inhabited by two indigenous tribes known as the Gonds and the Baigas, and descendants of the tribes still occupy a vicinity of the park. The Kanha National Park, in the year 2000, was awarded as the Best National Park for Tourists by the Department of Tourism, India.

There are more than one thousand species of flowering plants in the reserve, and the forest is a mix of sal and other trees scattered with meadows. Most famous for its Bengal Tigers, the Kanha National Park is home to a number of other species as well. Some of these include the Leopard, Wild Dog, wild cat, SwampDeer, the Indian Gaur, Barking Deer, Four-horned Antelope, etc., along with around three hundred species of birds. One of the oldest, indigenous tribes of India, the Gond and Baiga villages inside the park are gateways to the ancient culture of the sub-continent. The villagers—descendants of these tribes, bring to life the long-gone era through mesmerising art and captivating dances. The Kanha National Park offers more than just one way to experience the wilderness. Explore the lands on a Jeep, atop an elephant, or simply by foot—all done under the expert supervision of naturalists. Local handicrafts from the Forest Department’s store make for memorable souvenirs or gifts, which can also be bought from the weekly village market that showcases authentic Gond and Baiga art and jewellery.