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Bandhavgarh resort · Tala and around

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

Updated October 20263 min readBy the Wild Excursions naturalist team

The short answer

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh is a resort in the Tala area of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh. Pugdundee Safaris' lodge in its own forest near Rancha village, with cottages and stilt cottages, all air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms. It is about a 10-minute drive from Tala gate. It has 1 room category: AC Deluxe Cottages. Facilities include swimming pool, library, watchtower, restaurant. It is rated 4.8 out of 5 on Google from 319 reviews (checked 2 October 2026), the 5th most-reviewed of the 8 Bandhavgarh stays in our directory. We can check rooms here together with your Bandhavgarh safari permits.

Park
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
Area
Tala and around
Google rating
4.8★ · 319 reviews
Room types
1
Pool
Swimming pool
Check-in / out
1:30 PM / 11:00 AM
Open
15 October to 30 June
Nearest airport
Jabalpur
On this page
  1. About Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh
  2. Photos
  3. Room types
  4. Facilities
  5. Guest rating
  6. Location & map
  7. Resorts nearby
  8. Safaris in Bandhavgarh
  9. FAQs

About Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

Pugdundee Safaris' lodge in its own forest near Rancha village, with cottages and stilt cottages, all air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms. It is in the Tala area of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh.

Distance to the gate: About a 10-minute drive from Tala gate.

Check-in and check-out: Check-in 1:30 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Open 15 October to 30 June.

Address: Gate Bandhavgarh, near Tala, Sarmaniya, Madhya Pradesh 484664, India

About the Tala and around: All of these stays have addresses in and around Tala village (PIN 484664), next to the reserve.

Photos of Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

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Room types at Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh has 1 room category. Prices change with the season, the day of the week and how many safaris you add, so we quote them for your dates.

  1. AC Deluxe Cottages

Facilities at Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

What Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh offers guests, from the sources listed at the end of this page. Facilities can change by season, so we confirm them with your booking.

  • Swimming pool
  • Library
  • Watchtower
  • Restaurant

Guest rating

4.8out of 5
★★★★★

319 Google reviews. Checked 2 October 2026. This is the public Google rating; we don't edit or filter it.

That makes Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh the 5th most-reviewed of the 8 Bandhavgarh stays in our directory.

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Location and map

Gate Bandhavgarh, near Tala, Sarmaniya, Madhya Pradesh 484664, India

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Resorts near Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

Other Bandhavgarh stays in our directory, by straight-line distance. Road distances are longer.

More stays in the Tala and around

Planning safaris from Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh

Safari permits for Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve are sold by gate and slot, and the best ones go early. Tell us your dates and we'll match the permits to the gates closest to Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh, then book the stay, the Gypsy and the transfers as one plan.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh?

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh is in the Tala area of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh. Its address on Google Maps is Gate Bandhavgarh, near Tala, Sarmaniya, Madhya Pradesh 484664, India.

How far is Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh from the safari gate?

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh is about a 10-minute drive from Tala gate. Road distances are longer than straight-line ones, so ask us for the drive time to your exact gate.

What room types does Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh have?

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh has 1 room category: AC Deluxe Cottages. Rates depend on the season and your dates, so ask us for a current quote.

Does Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh have a swimming pool?

Yes. Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh lists swimming pool among its facilities.

What facilities does Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh have?

Swimming pool, Library, Watchtower, Restaurant. Facilities can change by season, so we confirm them when we check your dates.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh?

Check-in 1:30 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Early check-in after a morning safari depends on availability, so ask us to request it.

When is Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh open?

Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh is open from 15 October to 30 June, in line with the Bandhavgarh core-zone safari season.

What is the Google rating of Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh?

4.8 out of 5 from 319 Google reviews, checked on 2 October 2026. Ratings change over time, so read the latest reviews on Google Maps.

Which resorts are near Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh?

Monsoon Forest Resort (1.8 km), Bandhav Kothi (2.4 km), Syna Tiger Resort (3.3 km). Distances are straight-line from Google Maps coordinates; road distances are longer.

How do I reach Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh?

The nearest major airport for Bandhavgarh is Jabalpur. Share your arrival details with us and we can arrange the road transfer to Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh.

Can Wild Excursions book Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh with a safari?

Yes. Send your dates using the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We check room availability at Kings Lodge - Bandhavgarh and Bandhavgarh safari permits together and send you one plan.

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