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The Complete Guide to Satpura Forest Trail

The Satpura Forest Trail is a trek that takes you deep inside the jungles of Satpura Tiger Reserve, in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. Starting from Pachmarhi Hill Station, which is often referred to as the ‘Queen of Satpura Tiger Reserve’, the trek follows along the core conservation zones with a bit of James Forsyth trail sprinkled over.

What takes you by surprise is each day you are walking in a different setting. If you’re walking along the Bainganga river one day, you will be surrounded by a thick mix of Axlewood, Teak, Mango, Sal, Arjuna, Mahula and many other varieties of trees on the next day.

Varied landscape of the Satpura Tiger Reserve, captured in one frame. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Today if you’re walking on a cliff, with a view of the entire valley where the Denwa river flows like a tiny stream, tomorrow you will be soaking the sun in the sandy beaches and the backwaters of Satdhara.

The Satpura Forest Trail needs a keen eye to observe a thousand different things happening all around you. If you are not curious about your surroundings, you might miss out on many things that hide in plain sight. Such is the beauty of this trek.

A blackbuck may just cross paths with you, and you wouldn’t even notice it if you’re not observant on the trek. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

What makes this trek even more special, just like our Chhattisgarh Jungle Trek, is that you need the Forest Department to help you get inside the Tiger Reserve.

These are reserved areas and access to the common man is prohibited. So with the help of the Madhya Pradesh 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.

Denwa river cuts through rocks inside the national park. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

The trek is meant for those who want to experience trekking through the wilderness.  If jungles and wildlife are fascinating for 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 7 km on largely forested terrain filled with gorges, ravines, sandstones and river crossings. Fitness is critical.

Just like you, we love trekking! And this is a trek we’ve documented in great detail to help you do it on your own. Drop in comments at the end of the page if you need any help!  You will get all the information required to do the Dafeybhir Pass trek on your own.

To navigate through the documentation easily, use this section of Table of Contents.

1. Walking on a cliff with a vantage point of the Tiger Reserve

Walking on the cliff gives you a vantage point of the Muar Valley and the Satpura Tiger Reserve. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

We have seen treks where you walk on a ridge, or in the valley. Satpura Forest Trail is the first trek where we walked on a cliff, with the view of the entire national park on one side, where the Denwa river looks like a small stream in the Muar Valley below.

The scenery stays with you for a good 2.5 kilometers, giving you an opportunity to scout the entire region from different angles. Come prepared with your binoculars to spot many surprises from this vantage point.

On your right is a plateau filled with trees of different kinds, leading into the thick forest. This is a unique setting that you’ll only experience on the Satpura Forest Trail trek.

Camping in a setting such as this is a common sight on the Satpura Forest Trail. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Trekking on the sandy shores of Denwa river is another highlight worth mentioning.

On the last day of your trek, you’ll trek on the riverbed with the thick forest on your right, and the calmly flowing river on your left. There are many spots on this day where you’ll just want to lie down on these beaches with your favourite book in hand and sunbathe the whole day.

You will also see many wild ducks, also called Mallards flying effortlessly from one end of the river to another. It is a setting that is picture-perfect!

3. A chance to follow the same path as the Tigers of Satpura

A tiger pugmark on the Satpura Forest Trail. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

True to its name, the Satpura Tiger Reserve is home to the largest tiger population of the region. Yet, it is rare to spot a tiger in these vast jungles.

But when you suddenly come across pugmarks of a tiger on the same trail that you’re walking on, you’ll get goosebumps knowing that a tiger has just passed and perhaps is keeping a close watch on you!

Such is the thrill when you trek in the forests of Central India. You are always followed by animals, but you will never find out. At the same time you will feel safe as you are accompanied by the forest guard of the National Park.

 4. A paradise filled with flora and fauna

When we hear of Satpura Tiger Reserve, we would never associate it with birdwatching. The truth is, the Satpura Forest Trail is a feast for birdwatchers.

Indian Vulture, Mallard and a Kingfisher taking flight in the Satpura Tiger Reserve. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Spotting different species of birds like Kingfishers, Bushchats, Vultures, Rollers, Treepies, Hawks, Orioles, Mallards etc., are a common sight every day.

If you are someone who is fascinated by the beauty of these wonderful creatures, then the Satpura Forest Trail is the perfect trek for you.

A mix of axlewood, teak, sal, mahula, arjuna, mango and many other trees are found inside the Satpura Tiger Reserve. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Flora is another reason to trek inside the Satpura Tiger Reserve. There are many different species of trees like Axlewood, Teak, Sal, Mahula, Arjuna, Mango, Camel Leaf etc., are found in this region.

A variety of flowers are also found on the Satpura Forest Trail. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Satpura Forest Trail is a potpourri of all the great things found in nature, which is a dream come true for the nature lover in all of us.

Route Map of the Satpura Forest Trail. Screenshot on Google Earth Pro

Day 1: Drive from Bhopal to Pachmarhi Cantonment. Trek from Pachmarhi Cantt. to Kanji Ghat


Drive Distance: 195 km | Duration: 5-6 hours
Trek Distance: 7 km | Duration: 4 hours

Reach Pachmarhi Cantt. by taking the shared taxi arranged by Indiahikes from Bhopal. The drive is approximately 5.5 hours and takes you through the interiors of Madhya Pradesh, crossing the Tawa river.

Trek Type: From Pachmarhi Cantt., it is a gentle descent through beautiful forests and waterfalls, all the way to Kanji Ghat. Gidhmau Nalah, which you come across halfway through the trek, is your water source for the day.

Trek Distance: 7 km | Duration: 4 hours
Trek Type: Easy. An almost flat walk along the Bainganga and Denwa rivers till you reach Jhela. Ram Nalah that splits from Bainganga near Kanji Ghat holds potable water. So refill your water bottles here before you start the trek.

Trek Distance: 8 km | Duration: 7 hours
Trek Type: Moderate. Today is a challenging day, as you gain almost 850 feet less than a kilometer. Trek along the cliff before descending down to Muar Ghat. Denwa river at either Jhela or Muar Ghat is your water source. Refill the water before starting on the trek as it is a long day.

Day 4: Trek from Muar Ghat to Satdhara. Drive from Satdhara to Bhopal


Trek Distance: 6 km | Duration: 3 hours
Drive Distance: 200 km | Duration: 5-6 hours
Trek Type: Easy. Walk on the flat, sandy beaches of Denwa river till Satdhara. Refill your water bottles at Muar Ghat as the water in the latter part of the trek is not fit for drinking.

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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 surficial experience.

Use this section to learn about the Satpura Forest Trail 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. Don’t miss the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ section. Trekkers find that extremely useful.

Day 1: Reach Pachmarhi Cantonment from Bhopal. Trek to Kanji Ghat

Trek Gradient: From Pachmarhi Cantt., it is a gentle descent through beautiful forests and waterfalls, all the way to Kanji Ghat.
Water Source: The waterfall you come across halfway through the trek is your water source for the day.

Take the shared vehicle arranged by Indiahikes to reach Pachmarhi Cantonment from where your trek begins. The drive is scenic and cuts through the interiors of Madhya Pradesh, across the Tawa river.

Pachmarhi Cantonment entry gate. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Upon reaching the start point of the trek, take the trail on your right that leads you into the jungles of Satpura Tiger Reserve. Even though you do not feel it, you will descend for almost 1,800 ft today.

You will come across an abandoned fire check post on your right in less than a kilometer. Keep this as your waymarker to ensure you are on the right track.

The sparse jungles start becoming thicker as you trek deep inside. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

As you trek deep into the jungles of Satpura Tiger Reserve, you’ll notice that the density of trees becomes thicker.

A uniquely shaped concrete milestone marks the beginning of the core conservation zone. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

Keep your eyes open as you are entering the core zone of the forest. If you are lucky, you will spot blackbucks, spotted deer and other creatures all around you.

As you enter the core zone, you will notice a heap of rock and mud. This is a man-made structure by the tribal people who live in and around Satpura Tiger Reserve.

A structure believed to be the local deity is prayed to by the tribal people of the region. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

This heap of rocks is believed to beBanjari Devi, the local deity of the tribal people. They pray to this structure by formingcairnsin odd numbers before crossing over to the other end of the forest. They believe that this ritual keeps them safe on their journey.

Cairns formed in odd numbers are an offering to Banjari Devi, the local deity. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

About an hour and a half into the forest, you will come across your first water source, theGidhmau Nalah, or the Vulture Stream. It is named so because the vultures in the area have made the stream their water source.

Gidhmau Nalah is your first water source for the day. Picture by Nitesh Kumar

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