Nagpur: It was First Day, First Show thrill. Tourists embarking on their first morning jungle safari from the Sillari entrance of the Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) experienced an unforgettable thrill as they encountered a tiger, a tigress, and their cub in the Retinala area near Bakhari Lake.
This remarkable sighting marked the reopening of tourism in the core area of PTR after a three-month monsoon hiatus. Visitors expressed their awe at the pristine environment and the incredible opportunity to witness tigers, tigresses with cubs, sambars, nilgais, and more.
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Thursday 07 Nov. 2024
On the first day of tourism reopening at the Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) after a three-month hiatus due to monsoon vacation, visitors were treated to an exhilarating experience. Tourists embarking on the morning jungle safari from the Sillari entrance were in for a remarkable “First Day, First Show” adventure.
In the picturesque surroundings of the PTR, tourists were met with a thrilling spectacle: a tiger (T53), a tigress (T67), and their cub were spotted in the Retinala area near Bakhari Lake. This extraordinary sighting left an indelible mark on the tourists, turning their first day of jungle safari into an unforgettable memory.
Visitors expressed their wonder at the breathtaking natural beauty and the opportunity to observe tigers and their cubs in their natural habitat, alongside other wildlife like sambars and nilgais.
Notably, Pench Tiger Reserve had been closed to tourists for nearly three months during the monsoon season, allowing the wildlife to roam freely and flourish in the absence of human activity. This period of respite has contributed to an increase in both the number and diversity of animals within the reserve.
During the evening safari, tourists who had passed through the Retinala area near Bakhari Lake reported spotting a leopard, adding to the excitement and diversity of wildlife encounters. Similarly, tourists who entered through the Khursapar entrance shared sightings of deer, nilgai, and other captivating wildlife.
The reopening of tourism at PTR has not only thrilled nature enthusiasts but also provided relief to guides, gypsy drivers, hoteliers, and local businesses that depend on tourism for their livelihoods. With the promise of more such awe-inspiring encounters, the season ahead looks promising for both visitors and those involved in the tourism industry.
