

Denwa Backwater Escape, Satpura - Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh

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Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal - 140 Kms
Check-in - 01:30 PM
Check-out - 11:00 AM
Overview
The Property: Denwa Backwater Escape, by Pugdundee Safaris, is located overlooking the mesmerising views of the backwaters and Pachmarhi Hills with easy access to Satpura’s wild inhabitants. This quiet lodge surrounded by undulating landscape will take you away from your busy city life and put you in the heart of India’s tiger region.
What’s Special: This 10 acre haven of lush jungle is popular among wildlife enthusiasts and nature-lovers due to its eco-friendly architecture and thrilling wildlife experiences organised by the lodge that include boat safaris, nature walks and camping. The magnificent cottages have been built from locally sourced materials like stone and baked tiles with a contemporary yet safari-style design. Savour your meals at the airy dining hall with spectacular backwater views and take a dip in the inviting eco-friendly swimming pool.
The Location: Denwa Backwater Escape overlooks the placid backwaters of a dam built on Denwa River in the country’s popular Satpura National Park. Even with the recent deforestation in the area, significant amounts of forest still remain intact providing habitat to several at risk and endangered species, including the Tiger.
Dining Options
Facilities

Cottages
Max 2 Adults
Relax and enjoy a peaceful stay at Denwa Backwater Escape’s beautiful AC cottages. With unique leather safari furniture, crisp cotton upholstery and decorated with local crafts, the plush cottages overlook beautiful vistas of the Denwa river and the hillocks of the Satpura range
Your handpicked inclusions:
Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Nature walk with a naturalist
One child under 5 stays free
Package for 2 nights & 2 adults INR 29,950. Including taxes

AC Treehouse
Max 2 Adults
Stay in cosy treehouses that are surrounded by lush wilderness and have been designed to complement the landscape. The rooms are equipped with all mod cons for a comfortable stay and feature a private balcony to enjoy the mesmerising views.
Your handpicked inclusions:
Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included
Nature walk with a naturalist
One child under 5 stays free
Package for 2 nights & 2 adults INR 33,950. Including taxes


Overall Sanitisation: Our lodge staff is being trained and briefed regularly to be extra diligent in sanitising guest rooms and public areas, including – bathrooms, door handles, desk tables and chairs, all switches, telephone instruments and remote, safety latches and locks, exteriors and common areas.
Health Screening: All our staff is fully vaccinated and goes through regular health screening, including temperature checks. This helps in isolating at the very first instance and minimising spread. Till the reason is ascertained, the team member is kept in isolation. We have created isolation rooms in our lodges as a precautionary measure. All our team members, at all times, are wearing masks and keep sanitising after regular intervals.
Additional Sanitization: We have enhanced our cleaning processes to include additional sanitation and regular cleaning routines in all sections of our lodges. Sanitizer dispensers are available in all public areas for guest use. Complete guest crockery and cutlery is sanitised using UVC technology.
Our Individually Spaced Cottages: We have individual cottages in every property, spread in large forested land holdings, offering no use of elevators, corridors etc., hence maximising privacy and social distancing.
Kitchen: Highest standard of sanitisation will also be maintained in our kitchens. Our staff will enter the kitchen in fresh uniforms and wash their hands thoroughly and regularly. The staff will wear a face mask and continue to sanitise all surfaces after use, including the kitchen wares. Precautions will be taken to thoroughly wash vegetables and grocery packets as well, prior to use.
Meal Timings: We have extended our main meal timings to give you the privilege of privacy, during meals and to maintain social distancing. Our staff will be wearing masks and the same will be regularly changed.
Pools: Towels to be changed and pool loungers to be sanitised after every guest use. Chlorine to be monitored on regular intervals. Pool furniture will be arranged to maintain social distancing standards. Towel baskets to be also regularly sanitised, as will the shower area.
Transfers: We have extended precautions in the transfer vehicles booked via Pugdundee Safaris. All vehicles are sanitised before every transfer and all chauffeurs are screened. The chauffeurs will maintain hygiene standards by wearing face masks . Sanitisers will be provided in the vehicles.
Mandatory Health Checks: All guests during check-in will also go through a mandatory screening on arrival with hand held devices.
Sanitising Guest Luggage: Guest luggage and all items coming into the lodge are also sanitised on arrival.


By Air: Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal is the closest airport to Denwa Backwater Escape at a distance of about 150 kms. Bhopal is well connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and other parts of the country. The lodge offers pick up and drop services on prior booking.
By Rail: Satpura Tiger Reserve is very well-connected by train. It has Itarsi, Hoshangabad, Piparia and Sohagpur railway stations within a distance of 70 kms with trains from all parts of the country. The state capital, Bhopal, is also well-connected.
By Road: Denwa Backwater Escape is 19 kms from a prominent state highway and connected well via road. The state capital, Bhopal, is about 140 kms away and Jabalpur is at a distance of 230 kms from the lodge.


Blackout Dates: There will be dates on which this deal will be unavailable. Please contact Auberge.Vacations for these dates.
Availability: Bookings are subject to availability. Please contact Auberge.Vacations for availability.
Change of Date: If you need to amend your travel dates, 1 change in dates can be done at no additional charge, provided that the change is made at least 10 days prior to the original arrival date and is subject to availability for the newly requested dates. Please note that the final decision is at the discretion of the Hotel.
Payment: 100% of the payment amount will be required to be paid at the time of booking.
Hotel Cancellation Policy: All bookings can be cancelled and qualify for a 100% refund in the form of AVcredits, provided it is done strictly XXX days prior to check-in date. Post that, any cancellation, including a no-show on the day of arrival, will incur a full payment. Refunds in the original mode of payment would be possible with a 3.5% transaction charge.
Validity: Each package is valid for two adults.
Weekend Rates: Weekend rates are applicable as mentioned..
Extra Guest Policy: Where applicable, an extra adult can stay at a surcharge mentioned in the extra person policy
Child Policy: One child under the age of XXX years may stay free of charge in existing bedding. A child between 5 and 12 years may stay at a surcharge of XXX.
The package cannot be split. Offer is only available for stays on consecutive nights.
Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice and at the discretion of the Hotel.

Camping Around Forsyth Trail: The Forsyth Trail hike, customised by Pugdundee Safaris, takes you on a journey to the immaculate hill station of Pachmarhi. The circular trail unfolds a whole new jungle adventure through the rugged Sal & Teak forest of Satpura with views of the magnificent Denwa backwaters and home to many large mammals including tigers, bison, leopards and sloth bears. It follows the original route through the core tiger zone taken by Captain James Forsyth of Bengal Lancer over 150 years ago.
Overnighter At Churna Forest Guest House: The lodge offers their guests an unadulterated forest experience with an overnight stay at the Churna Guest House. Spend the entire day on safari with a break for lunch at the guest house and then rest for the night post an afternoon spent exploring the thick, abundant forests. A good night’s sleep is ensured amidst the curious sounds of the jungle birdlife. Boat Cruise From Tawa Dam To Satpura The 2-hour boat ride begins at Tawa Dam and takes you across the Denwa river and culminates at Denwa Backwater Escape. Experience the pleasure of spotting migratory birds, passing through tribal villages and the panoramic hills of Satpura and Churna. On prior booking, guests can also enjoy a scenic lunch on board.