Mumbai: Exploring Maharashtra’s tiger reserves will soon become easier with IRCTC West Zone launching five organised wildlife packages in collaboration with the Maharashtra Forest Department.
Named VANDARSHAN, the tours begin on November 19, 2026, combining rail journeys with accommodation, local transport and safari arrangements.
Five Wildlife Itineraries
Each package spans four nights and five days, offering these combinations:
- Tadoba and Bor Tiger Reserves
- Tadoba and Navegaon–Nagzira Tiger Reserves
- Pench Tiger Reserve and Umred–Paoni–Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary
- Tadoba and Umred–Paoni–Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary
- Tadoba and Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
Rail Travel and Safari Arrangements
The packages use the Vidarbha Express, with onward departures from Mumbai on Thursdays and return journeys beginning on Sundays. Boarding and return stations vary by itinerary.
Confirmed train tickets and safari permits form part of the package arrangements, subject to their terms and availability. Each departure has a limited allocation of six 3AC and six 2AC berths.
Booking Information
Travellers can check itineraries, prices, inclusions and availability at irctctourism.com.
The initiative offers families, photographers and nature enthusiasts a coordinated way to explore Maharashtra’s forests.
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