Forsyth Lodge, Satpura National Park
Forsyth Lodge
Being the only lodge in the area, guests at Forsyth Lodge have the privilege of enjoying wildlife sightings in an area devoid of other tourists. The Satpura National Park is a spectacular sanctuary for game drives in Central India, and the lodge has access to fantastic tiger territory, as well as offering guests the opportunity to view leopard, sloth bear and a huge variety of birds.
Less luxurious than some of the more lavish lodges, the emphasis here is on wildlife viewing. The guides at Forsyth Lodge are expertly trained and lead both the game drives and walking safaris. With a strong environmental ethos, all staff are employed from local villages, and the lodge has been designed to harvest rainwater and recycle all waste water.
- 12 individual cottages
- No swimming pool
- All children welcome, rules apply
- Great for bird-watching and responsible tourism
Style: A comfortable, stylish and environmentally conscious lodge, set within dense jungle.
Setting: Forsyth Lodge is situated near the village of Sarangpur, just one kilometre from the northern edge of the Tawa Dam. Located within 44 acres of mostly untouched jungle, the focus here is on the wildlife. While providing a very comfortable base, Forsyth’s is not an overly luxurious lodge.
Accommodation & facilities: Accommodation at Forsyth Lodge comprises 12 individual cottages (eight twins and four doubles), all with large en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning and overhead fans. The 12 cottages are based on local architectural styles and each is built using local materials and decorated by the local villagers.
The open fireplace and bar of the central building provides a comfortable place to relax after an exciting day’s safari.
Dining: Good quality meals are made using local produce and served around a communal table.
Activities: The guides at Forsyth Lodge are expertly trained and lead both game drives and walking safaris within the park. Within the lodge grounds, a macham (treetop viewing platform) provides a fantastic opportunity for bird watching.
Child policy: Children of all ages are welcome at Forsyth Lodge
Responsible tourism: All staff at Forsyth Lodge have been employed from local villages, and the lodge has been designed to recycle all waste water and harvests rain water. The lodge has also donated several vehicles to the park and maintains several hides inside the national park.
