Difficulty
Moderate | Level 2
Duration
4 Days
Highest Altitude
2,820 ft
Age
8 to 62 years
Duration
4 Days
Age
8 to 62 years
Difficulty
Moderate | Level 2
Highest Altitude
2,820 ft
Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
The Jungle Book Trek
It is hard for the jungles of Chhattisgarh to not set your imagination ablaze. The setting is such that you are constantly transported to the mysterious world of Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book. Lying in the heart of the Guru Ghasidas National Park, this trek winds through deep forests and a cave goes alongside a river and has an air of omnipresence of wildlife.
Now, not many have heard of Guru Ghasidas National Park. Yet, at 1,440 sq km it is larger than the Ranthambore National Park and Kanha Tiger reserve put together. Or bigger than Bandipur and Mudumalai National Park put together, which makes this trek inside a large and relatively unexplored forest a thrilling experience.
What makes this trek even more special is that you need the Forest Department to help you get inside a National Park. These are reserved areas and access to the common man is prohibited. So with the help of the Forest Department, we get to explore a real, wild jungle untouched by safari tourism. It is not often you get to experience the jungles of our country like this.
The trek is meant for those who want to experience trekking through the wilderness. If jungles and wildlife are fascinating to you, then this is the trek you must do.
A word of caution: While the trek is by no means difficult, it is not easy on the legs either. There are long walks every day - about 10 km on largely forested terrain. Fitness is critical.
Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek Videos
Watch these videos to plan and prepare for your trek.
Quick Itinerary
A route map of the Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
Day 1
Reach Ramgarh Post and Trek to Turripani
Drive Distance: 70 km | Drive Duration: 2 hours
Trek Distance: 10.50 km | Trek Duration: 5 hours
Pick up for trekkers is at 5:30 AM from Baikunthpur Road Railway Station. Take the overnight train from Raipur the previous day to reach the pick-up point on time. The cost of the cab is Rs 1,800 per vehicle (5-6 seater) from Baikunthpur Road Station to Ramgarh. The contact number of your driver & details will be shared a day or two before your departure.
From Ramgarh, trek through the beautiful Sal forests of Guru Ghasidas National Park. Many surprises await on the way.
Day 2
Trek from Turripani to Tadiyabaan
Trek Distance: 7 km | Trek Duration: 4 hours
Moderate. Gently rolling terrain through mixed forests before reaching the beautiful Tadiyabaan lake, where you will camp for the night.
Day 3
Trek from Tadiyabaan to Pandupara
Trek Distance: 10 km | Trek Duration: 6 hours
Moderate - Difficult. The most tiring and the most rewarding day of the trek. There is a good amount of elevation through dense forests on this day. Camp right on the river bed after a long day's trek at Pandupara.
Day 4
Trek from Pandupara to Singhor Roadhead. Drive to Bainkunthpur Road Railway Station
Trek Distance: 4.2 km | Trek Duration: 4 hours
Drive Distance: 90 km | Drive Duration: 2 hours
Easy. Mellow walk on the river where water flows ankle-high, all the way to the roadhead.
The last day cab will cost 2,200/- per vehicle (5-6 seater) from Singhor road head to Baikunthpur town and then to the railway station.
Please note: The distance between campsites may vary by 100 meters depending the weather conditions and the route you take. The altitude may also vary by 100 feet for similar reasons.
IMPORTANT POINTS
➤Documents required: It is mandatory for trekkers to carry a photocopy of their Aadhar card and your passport-size photo for entry at forest check posts on the trek, along with your medical certificate and disclaimer.
➤Stay facility: On the trek, you will be staying 3 in a tent
A route map of the Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
PRO-TIPS
Onward Travel
Take the Durg-Ambikapur Express train from Raipur Junction to Baikunthpur Road at 9:30 PM on Day 0 of your trek. This ensures you will reach Baikunthpur Road before 5:00 AM on Day 1, in time for your pick up. Please note there are no other trains that reach Baikunthpur Road. In case you miss this train, you will have to arrange a taxi from Raipur and take a road journey overnight.
Return Travel
While returning, you will reach Baikunthpur Road by evening on Day 4. Take the Durg-Ambikapur Express that leaves at 11:50 PM from Baikunthpur Road to Raipur. Plan your travel out of Raipur any time after 10:00 AM on Day 5 of the trek.
The Variety on the Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
Trekking through the beautiful Sal and Teak forests. Picture by Nitesh Kumar
A bliss of walking along the Gopath River. Picture by Nitesh Kumar
The surprise of the red Bhagjhar plateau. Picture by Nitesh Kumar
What I Like About the Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
What I Like About the Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek
Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek is Best Discovered Through Pictures
Chhattisgarh Jungle trek is a pot pourri of experiences. Like waking up by the Tadiya lake in the middle of a dense jungle.
Picture by: Nitesh Kumar
Morning at Tadiyabaan Campsite
Know Your Trek
We have always wanted trekkers to be well-informed before they go on a trek. Knowledge is the difference between a safe trek and a dangerous one. It’s also the difference between a wholesome experience and a superficial experience.
Use this section to learn about the Chhattisgarh Jungle trek. It has in-depth information about each day of the trek, what to expect, and how you need to prepare for it. Many years of expertise have gone into this content. Trekkers find that extremely useful.
PRO TIPS
Why I Believe Everyone Must Trek: A Note from the Founder
Trekking transforms lives. It has completely changed my life. When I see my colleagues at Indiahikes, all of them have been impacted greatly. The transformations have been profound and irreversible.
I see it in our trekkers too. I have seen them change professions, careers or start a new life. I have seen them get in and out of relationships, and start new projects. These are life-changing experiences.
I have seen children building resilience. I have seen families come together. When I see those above 55, I see them rediscover passion and a sense of purpose. These are not small gains.
In the mountains new professions, new economies and new businesses have opened up. Our staff no longer go to cities to earn their living. Their income has increased. Above all, they are happiest working in this world. Trekking has been truly transformative.
Everyone must trek. It transforms lives far more than you imagine.
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