Billy Arjan Singh successfully hand-reared and reintroduced zoo-born tigers and leopards into the wilds of Dudhwa. The Indian rhinoceros was later reintroduced into Dudhwa from Assam and Nepal during the 1980’s. The park is a stronghold for the Barasingha deer with around half of the world’s population resident in this park. This is a success story that, until now, has gone unnoticed and is just one of the many reasons Dudhwa makes for a fabulous wildlife destination.
- Historical tour of Lucknow concluding with a tea session in the company of a Nawab
- Explore one of the few remaining examples of the highly diverse Terai eco-system.
- Journey by boat and jeep during six safaris in Dudhwa
- Cross the border with one foot into Nepal - just because you can
This holiday takes in the historical city of Lucknow before continuing north by road to the lower Terai region on the border of Nepal.
In Dudhwa spend five days exploring one of the few remaining examples of pristine Terai eco-system. On safari search for tiger, wild elephant, one-horned rhinoceros and leopards, with over 400 bird species to keep the binoculars busy.
Lucknow
Sadly, Lucknow is often overlooked. Surprisingly it boasts some of the most impressive architectural structures in India as well as an incredible gastronomic history. Old marketplaces, such as Chowk and Aminabad is famed for the Awadhi food – first evolved under the patronage of the nawabs and aristocrats.
The legacy of the imperial splendour has always fascinated people. Spending a day in the company of a well versed guide will enrich the experience in the city of Nawabs – the noblemen of high status during the time of the Mogul empire. We can arrange a tour of La Martiniere, once the most prestigious school in India.
Take a heritage walking tour through the lanes of Chowk or a culinary evening tour allowing you to hop in and hop out of traditional roadside eateries.
Dudhwa
The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is made up of three distinctive parks - Dudhwa National Park, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary. Each park can be reached in a day from the Jaagir Lodge.
Dudhwa straddles the lowlands of Terai. This relatively remote region of north Uttar Pradesh requires a road journey from Lucknow airport. Surprisingly, Dhangarhi in Nepal (35kms away) is closer to Dudhwa than Lucknow. With a daily flight from Dhangarhi to Kathmandu, we can arrange a multi-country wildlife experience.
Jaagir Lodge
The Ultimate Travelling Camp Jaagir Lodge is currently the only tourist accommodation in this area. It offers lavish comfort, outstanding dining options and a warm, homely atmosphere.
Whilst at the lodge try your hand at driving a WW11 jeep or Royal Enfield. There are plenty of opportunities to off road on the acres of farmland surrounding the lodge. Game drives and boat rides will be arranged for you privately and in the company of the esteemed resident naturalists. The current team is led by the award winning photographer, Amit.
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