Saturday, February 2, 2013

SUNSHINE JUNGLE LODGE, Madhai, Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh

Satpuras magnificently holds a large tiger population with a variety of other flora and fauna. The place is serene and tranquil with the air of wood and animals haunting in the night. The adventure offered in the forest is unmatched. There are peahen buzzing the morning alarm starting from 4 a.m till 6 a.m. and helps in vanishing your morning sleep to give you the magnificent look of the morning sun resmbling the flow of lava from the hills. The wild safaris in gypsy is also awe inspiring. The elephant safari with ups and downs through the hilly terrain is gives a moment to be cherished. The place keeps you away from the world because there is low or no network coverage except a few spots atop the hill and there is no electricity too hence the place is powered by the shinning sun. Silence  here speaks louder than words and can be heard by those who have a heart for nature and wildlife.

Attractions ---

Jungle Safari :

Regular jungle safaris are run by the eco tourism development committee. It has brilliant opportunities for budding and professional photographers to capture the animals in there home. The fee charged for the still and video cameras by the forest department are also nominal. The Safari is on chargeable basis from 600 to 3000. Tigersighting is based on sheer luck.

Elephant safari :

The Elephant safaris in the dense Satpura jungle give you a spine chilling experience.  

Back Water Rides :

There are Motorboats operated by the eco tourism development committee in Madhai, which takes you on back water rides on chargeable basis. It gives a vast opportunity for the fun lovers to sight birds and animals near the shore of Denva river.

About Sunshine Jungle Lodge ----

The cottages offer privacy and the view of nature hand in hand. The gardens are maintained for each cottage to sit and watch the sunrise and sunset alongwith the fleets of migratory bird during morning and evening hours. 24 hours running hot water is also commendable during winter and rainy season as its powered by solar charge.
The food offered here is also delicious with the original flavors swirling in the mouth. The terrace restaurant offers a magnificent view of the river flowing alongwith the jungle on the otherside of the river.
Bonfire are also lit jointly or for each cottage in chilling winter nights .