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Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, the tiger temple of India. With more than 70 wild tigers spread across 1536 square kilometers, Bandhavgarh is a hot spot for big cat sighting in India. The park was established more than 50 years ago and attracts more than 1 lakh tourists per year.
First, let’s understand how many zones are in Bandhavgarh National Park. Like all the other parks of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh has two types of zones - Core and Buffer. There are three core zones and three buffer zones.
The core zones are primarily in the center of the jungle and have absolutely no human activities. On the other hand, the buffer zones are located on the boundaries of core zones and have regulated human activities.
For Bandhavgarh, the core zones are around 716 square kilometers, while the buffer zones are around 820 square kilometers.
Each of the six zones has a specific name to it, and even though a part of the same tiger reserve, each zone is different in its biodiversity. And what it has to offer.
Let’s begin with the most prominent zone of Bandhavgarh. The Tala Zone.
This is by far the most beautiful zone of Bandhavgarh, and this is a must-visit irrespective of its Tiger sightings. The zone is the oldest of the park and has been used time and again by wildlife videographers for filming documentaries.
The famous documentary “The Hunt” was shot in the Tala zone of the park. Also, there is a famous 10th- century giant Vishnu statue in this zone, a major tourist attraction. The famous Bandhavgarh fort, after which the park got its name, is also in this zone.
And yes, the zone is a prime territory of bold tigers. So, the zone comes with beauty and great big cat sightings. Hence, it is number 1 in Bandhavgarh.
The next one after this is the Magadhi Zone. This zone is a mix of both grasslands and dense forests. In recent years, it has shown significant improvements in its tiger sightings. Because this zone is adjacent to the Tala zone, tigers keep moving between Tala and Magadhi, making this the second-best core zone of the park.
The next one is the third core zone of the park. Khitauli. Unlike Magadhi and Tala, this zone is a dry deciduous forest with a bamboo plantation. This will remind you partially of Ranthambore.
However, its dry environment and less cover of vegetation make it easier to find tigers. This zone is great for sighting other animals in the park too. From elephants to nilgai to Sambar deer, this zone is a paradise for animals. There is a road that passes through Bandhavgarh. Tala and Magadhi zones are located to the right while Khitauli is located to the left.
After the three core zones, come the three buffer zones. Throughout the prime tiger season, from October 1st to June 30th, the buffer zones are not preferred by the wildlifers. But when the core zones get shut for three months during monsoons, these buffer zones gain attention.
A lot of people have an opinion that good tiger sighting can only happen in core zones. But because the tiger numbers in the parks are increasing, due to territorial fights, the sub-adult tigers are pushed out of their territories by the big tigers. And for them, buffer zones are the perfect hideout. Lots of food and less competition.
The other good thing about these buffer zones is that they have night safaris as well. When it gets dark, the animals are active. And a night safari from 7 pm to 9:30 can give you a different experience of the jungle. Of course, this is not everyone’s cup of tea and if you feel scared, a day safari is just fine too.
The three buffer zones of Bandhavgarh are Johila, Dhamokhar and Panpatha. Each of the three buffer zones are extensions of the core zones. Johila is the extension to Tala zone and has the famous Johilla waterfall. Its scenic beauty makes it attractive to visitors.
The Dhamokhar zone is an extension to Magadhi zone. A mix of ancient caves and grasslands make it perfect for wildlife sighting.
And finally, the Panpatha zone is an extension to Khitauli zone.
Remember, the entry gates of all these buffer zones are 20-25 kms away from the core zones and it is advisable to book these per your hotel location.
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