How to reach Pench · international
How to Reach Pench from Outside India
The short answer
Fly into Delhi or Mumbai, connect to Nagpur (1.5–2 hours), then drive about 2 hours up NH44 to Turia gate. Gulf routings via Doha (Qatar Airways) or Sharjah (Air Arabia) fly direct to Nagpur. Bring your original passport. A full MP core Gypsy costs foreign visitors roughly ₹13,500.
- Arrival airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Transfer
- ~2 hours
- Direct to Nagpur
- Doha, Sharjah
- ID
- Original passport
- Best season
- Nov – May
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Step by step
- Get your visa. Many nationalities can apply online for an Indian e-Visa. Use only the official portal.
- Fly into Delhi or Mumbai, or straight to Nagpur via Doha or Sharjah.
- Connect to Nagpur, about 1 hour 30–45 minutes from Delhi or Mumbai.
- Drive to Turia, about 2 hours up NH44.
- Rest, then safari. Morning gates open between 5:30 and 6:20 am depending on the month.
When to come
The core is open from 1 October to 30 June. March to May brings the best tiger sightings but real heat (up to 42°C). November to February is comfortable, but January dawns can be near freezing, so pack warm layers for open Gypsies. The reserve itself recommends November–December and March–May.
Combining Pench with more of India
- Pench + Tadoba: both are reached from Nagpur. Two great reserves, one airport.
- Pench + Kanha (+ Bandhavgarh): the classic MP tiger circuit, ending at Jabalpur.
- Pench + the Golden Triangle: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur either side of a Nagpur flight.
Frequently asked questions
How do international tourists reach Pench?
Fly into India (usually Delhi or Mumbai), take a domestic flight to Nagpur, then drive about 2 hours up NH44 to Turia gate. Travellers flying via Doha or Sharjah can reach Nagpur directly.
What ID do foreigners need for a Pench safari?
Carry your original passport, matching the details on your permit.
How much does a Pench safari cost for foreigners?
On the MP side a full core Gypsy costs roughly ₹13,500 on weekdays and ₹14,700 at weekends for foreign visitors, including permit, guide and vehicle (approximate current totals, shared by up to six guests).
Can I combine Pench with the Taj Mahal?
Yes. Fly Delhi to Nagpur for Pench (and often Tadoba or Kanha), then fly back to Delhi for Agra.
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