The short answer
Banjaar Tola: what visitors should know first
Consider it if you want a comfortable, upscale tented stay with the park on your doorstep and can afford the price. It is remote and seasonal, so confirm dates and transfers first. Non-guests cannot expect to visit.
Useful facts
Banjaar Tola facts at a glance
- Location
- Banjar river bank, edge of Kanha
- Stay style
- 18 tented suites in two camps
- Location trade-off
- Remote; long transfer from airports
- Best suited to
- Couples and families wanting comfort
- Operator
- Taj Safaris (Taj Hotels)
- Season
- 16 October to 30 June
Why it matters
Why Banjaar Tola is worth your time
Banjaar Tola represents the high end of Kanha's accommodation: a low-footprint design on the river edge that tries to reduce its mark on the land. Its raised platforms and tented construction are a deliberate contrast to concrete resorts.
For travellers who want comfort and quiet after early safaris, it offers a restful base with the park nearby. The price puts it out of reach for many, so compare it with the forest-department camps and other lodges depending on your budget.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
River-edge tents
Suites on raised platforms overlook the Banjar river and the park.
- 02
Low footprint
Only seven points of each tent touch the ground.
- 03
Two small camps
East and west camps of nine suites each keep numbers low.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Banjaar Tola is a luxury tented camp that, according to booking sources, opened in 2008. It has 18 tented suites split between two camps, east and west, with nine suites each, set along the Banjar river and overlooking the core area of Kanha.
The suites are on raised platforms with only seven points touching the ground, with glass doors opening to private decks, pressed-bamboo floors and timber furniture. The camp is open from 16 October to 30 June, matching the park season.
Book it as a base, not a stop. Ask about the drive time to the gate you plan to use, the size of the safari vehicle, dietary arrangements and the walking distance from your suite to the dining area. The setting is the draw, so plan on at least two nights.
Plan with confidence
Before you book the room.
- Confirm dates, rates and inclusions with the operator
- Ask about the distance to your safari gate
- Check walking distances to the dining area
- Mention dietary needs when booking
- Book safaris through the lodge in advance
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Banks of the Banjar river, on the edge of Kanha National Park
- Time needed
- 2 to 4 nights
- Best time
- 16 October to 30 June, when the camp is open
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Tented suites on raised platforms with wide glass doors and private decks, in two camps of nine suites each. Expect some walking between suites and the dining area; ask about buggy or vehicle transfers.
- Tickets and access
- Hotel stay by reservation; it is not a visitor attraction for non-guests. Confirm dates, rates and inclusions with the operator, as they were not verified for this guide.
Best for
Plan it with
Book with confidence
Check rates at Banjaar Tola
Compare room types, cancellation terms and breakfast before you book. Ask for a ground-floor or lift-access room if anyone finds stairs hard.
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Travelling with parents?
Tented suites on raised platforms with wide glass doors and private decks, in two camps of nine suites each. Expect some walking between suites and the dining area; ask about buggy or vehicle transfers.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
How many suites does Banjaar Tola have?
18 tented suites in two camps of nine.
When is it open?
From 16 October to 30 June, according to booking sources.
Is it suitable for older travellers?
It offers comfortable suites and decks, but check walking distances and vehicle transfers.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.