Pugdundee Safaris presents the top Work From Wilderness (WFW) options
1. Denwa Backwater Escape – Satpura National Park, Dist Hoshangabad
Denwa Backwater Escape is located on the edge of Tawa river and surrounded by dense forests of Satpura. The locals refer to this area as Madhai or Madai, there is also a Madhai forest rest house across the river. The resort is is built on 10 acres of forested land though constructed on less than 5% of the land holding. The rest of the land has been regenerated with lovely forest with indigenous species. There are only 8 cottages & 2 Tree Houses spread in a large area offering privacy and physical distancing, even on busy weekends there are never more than 5-6 families in the lodge.
The lodge has a nature library, a large dining hall with a wooden verandah overlooking the river, inhouse activities like nature walk & cycling and safaris to Satpura National Park.
Internet – Only Jio works currently on this location but the speed is great, around 20 Mbps. Jio dongel for use are available on request at the lodge reception.
Access – Well connected from all across India by flights & trains, Bhopal & Nagpur are convenient airports. Itarsi, Hoshangabad & Piparia are convenient train stations. Lodge organises pick up and drop on prior information. For more information https://www.denwabackwaterescape.com/how-to-reach-satpura
Doctor – Doctor on call is available at the lodge and the nearest private hospital is in Sohagpur (21 Kms) and district hospital is in Hoshangabad (65Km).
2. Kanha Earth Lodge – Kanha National Park
Kanha Earth Lodge is located on the edge of Indias premier national park – Kanha. Set in an old forest of Sal, Mahua & Palash it is tucked deep in the tiger land of Kanha. Kanha Earth Lodge has only 12 cottages in a large area of 16 acres which is almost over a acre for a cottage. Spacious dining, library, lounge, pool, multiple sitouts make it a fabulous getaway from city crowds and the perfect setting for work from wilderness.
When you get tired of your routine work you can opt for one of the myriad activities like walk to sunset point, stroll through the tribal villages of Kanha or maybe pick up some tips on bird watching from the resident naturalists. It also has a large organic garden and you can pick up your own vegetables or help the gardener with his daily tasks.
Internet – Jio and Idea work well at the lodge with speed between 10-15 Mbps. Dongels are available at the lodge office for use.
Access – Nagpur, Jabalpur & Raipur are convenient airports & stations. Lodge organises pick up & drop on prior bookings. More information on travel can be viewed on https://www.kanhaearthlodge.com/how-to-reach-kanha-nationalpark.html
Doctor – Doctor on call is available at the lodge and the nearest private hospital is in Baihar (31 Kms) and district hospital is in Mandla (48Km).
3. Kings Lodge – Bandhavgarh National Park
Kings Lodge Bandhavgarh is tucked in a valley in pristine Sal forests of central India. It is set in 40 acres of natural forest and has only 18 cottages & services are spread across the estate. Kings Lodge also offers a dining hall, lounge, nature library, pool & organic vegetable garden.
When needing a break you can head for a safari into Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, rated amongst the best place to see tigers in the wild. Lodge has a talented team of naturalists who do daily presentation & intereactions on wildlife. You can even do a guided walk or cycling trip with them.
Internet – Lodge has its own broadband connection from BSNL
Access – Jabalpur & Khajuraho are convenient airports while Katni & Umaria are the best suited railway stations. Lodge organises road transfers on prior requests. More details about access can be seen on https://www.kingslodge.in/how-to-reach-bandhavgarh-park
Doctor – Doctor on call is available at the lodge and the nearest private & district hospital are in Umaria (27 kms).
4. Treehouse Hideaway – Bandhavgarh National Park
Treehouse Hideaway Bandhavgarh is a unique concept with just 5 Tree Houses spread in a large forest area merging with Bandhavgarh National Park. It is not unusual for Tigers & other animals to stroll inside in the middle of night. There are many resident birds & small mammals like jungle cat, civets & wild pigs to give you company. It has been featured in Times UK as the top 5 tree houses on earth & among Indias best wildlife stays by Condenast. The team at the lodge is passionate about what they do and take personal care of every guest.
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Internet – Lodge has good connectivity from all major service providers including Jio, Idea, Bsnl & Airtel. Speed from Jio is close to 40 Mbps. Dongels are available in the lodge office for use.
Access – Jabalpur & Khajuraho are convenient airports while Katni & Umaria are the best suited railway stations. Lodge organises road transfers on prior requests. More details about access can be seen on https://www.treehousehideaway.com/how-to-reach-bandhavgarh
Doctor – Doctor on call is available at the lodge and the nearest private & district hospital are in Umaria (27 kms).
Our trip curators and safari specialists are more than happy to assist you with special WFW packages. Email: [email protected]| Mobile: +91 -011-4013 6332
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