Jeep Safari at Satpura National Park
Sipping steaming hot tea with views of Moonlit Denwa river backwaters is likely to make a great beginning for a day set aside for exploring nature at its best. Imagine soon you are going to cross over a kilometer of brimming backwaters on a boat before sunrise, under the watchful moon, to explore Satpura national park on morning jeep safari starting sharp at 6 AM. Some of the best sunrise moments nature lovers cherish.
Satpura National Park – Jeep Safari
By the time you board the jeep safaris operated by the forest officials, and experience the cool breeze in the dense forests, the Sun rises lighting up the path and activating the life out there.
Jeep ride begins with twists and turns, going up and downs on the mud path following the resounding calls of monkeys, deers, birds etc. One can start spotting the herds of alert but still at ease Spotted Deers grazing their morning breakfast. Sambar’s alert ears turn around sensing the scene. Wild boars and Gaurs (Indian Bison) munching in herds on the way. While rest of animals keep a safe distance, 1000 kg adult Gaurs are comfortable being close to the jeeps, though at least one of them keeps an alert eye on you. Hundreds of giant spiders can be found connecting the tree branches with their net throughout the forest. Chirping birds of various kinds can be heard throughout the circular paths of the jeep ride. Langur’s dare to block the path demonstrating their prowess a la Bheema in Mahabharata.
Another cup of tea in the dense jungles, diligently arranged by Denwa Backwater Escape staff, by the rocky side of the backwaters with mesmerizing reflections provide an opportunity to spot water birds. This is something restricted in a moving jeep for photographers to compose. Warmth of the sun-rays and the hot cup of tea make it a cozy place to sit back and admire nature and birds.
We make few more rounds of jungle, trying to spot the elusive Leopards and Sloth Bears. No luck, and it is all you need to meet these predators.
The safari ends at about 9 AM, besides a tiny lake full of by now blooming pink Water Lilies.
We are back in the after noon for another jeep safari at Satpura National Park . This time around lots of birds including common kingfisher, Indian Roller, Drongo, Malabar Giant Squirrel and the antelopes were spotted and heard.
At the end of the day the moonlit landscapes, sunrise and sunset over backwaters of Denwa is what we would remember the most from the visit. Play of light and colors is an experience to cherish as is the call of birds.
You can find some more details about the park to plan a trip here
Recommend you to read following National Parks in Madhya Pradesh on my Travel Blog
- 5 ways to explore Forests of Satpura
- Bandhavgarh National Park beyond the Tigers
- History, Life inside Bandhavgarh National Park
- Meeting Munna – Rock Star Tiger at Kanha National Park
- Listen to Kanha National Park speak to me
- Bird Photography at Satpura National Park
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