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Ratapani Jungle Lodge RJL is a Jungle & Wildlife Safari Lodge, situated barely 30 Kms from the City of Bhopal.
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RJL is a Jungle & Wildlife Safari Lodge, situated barely 30 Kms from the City of Bhopal, on the fringes of the upcoming Ratapani Tiger Reserve.
9584551234.

30/06/2026

There is something truly magical about driving through a forest after the monsoon rains. The trees glisten with fresh rain, crystal-clear streams come alive once again, every shade of green seems richer than before, and the cool, fragrant air carries the unmistakable scent of the wilderness. Every gentle shower, every winding forest track and every turn promises a new surprise. A jungle drive is not merely a safari—it is an opportunity to slow down, breathe deeply, reconnect with nature and experience the forest exactly as it was meant to be: wild, peaceful and breathtakingly beautiful.
Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh and Dhananjay Vijai Singh

On the morning safari of Saturday, 27th June 2026, in the Jhiri Tourism Zone of  , a 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐤 was photograp...
30/06/2026

On the morning safari of Saturday, 27th June 2026, in the Jhiri Tourism Zone of , a 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐤 was photographed near the Kheri Mahadev area by Imran Khan, Senior Guide of Ratapani Jungle Lodge.
The Lesser Adjutant Stork is not generally regarded as a resident species of Madhya Pradesh or Central India. It is found predominantly in the northern and northeastern parts of the country. Birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts often travel to destinations such as Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Jim Corbett National Park, Dudhwa National Park and the Keoladeo (Bharatpur) Bird Sanctuary to observe this remarkable bird.
This is believed to be the first photographic record of the Lesser Adjutant Stork from the vicinity of Bhopal and the Ratapani Tiger Reserve.

27/06/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞

There are moments in the forest that no photograph or video can truly capture, and this was certainly one of them. As the majestic T-1236 continued his leisurely walk through the Jhiri Tourism Zone, our guests watched in complete silence, mesmerised by his sheer confidence, grace and raw power. There was no hurry, no fear and no hesitation—only the quiet assurance of a tiger patrolling the landscape he calls home. These are the moments that remain etched in memory long after the safari has ended, reminding us that every drive into the forests of Ratapani holds the promise of witnessing nature at its most magnificent.

Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh and Dhananjay Vijai Singh

27/06/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞

The glorious tiger sightings at Ratapani continue to create unforgettable memories for our guests.

This evening, the guests of Ratapani Jungle Lodge were treated to yet another spectacular encounter with the magnificent T-1236 in the Jhiri Tourism Zone. Walking calmly along the forest road with absolute confidence, he carried himself with the effortless authority of a true king—completely at home in his territory and utterly unperturbed by the presence of safari vehicles.

His massive frame, striking features and composed demeanour allowed our guests ample opportunity to admire, photograph and simply absorb the privilege of sharing a few precious moments with one of Ratapani's most charismatic tigers. Sightings like these are what make every safari unique and remind us why the forests of Ratapani continue to captivate wildlife lovers from across the country.

Another magical evening... another unforgettable memory from the forests of Ratapani.

Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh and Dhananjay Vijai Singh

14/06/2026

A beautiful pre-monsoon morning in the forests of Ratapani.
Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh
After a night washed gently by rain, the jungle woke up fresh, fragrant and glowing in soft golden light. As the morning sun filtered through the trees, this gorgeous tiger emerged quietly onto the track, almost as if enjoying the warmth of the first sunlight and drying himself after the rains.
Moments like these are what make the forests of Ratapani truly magical.

Video Credit: OmPrakash, Guide, Jhiri.

10/06/2026

𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞; There are safari drives… and then 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒆.
Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh at
A magnificent tiger, golden evening light filtering through the forest, silent jungle tracks and our guests simply soaking in the magic of the wild. The excitement inside the safari vehicles said it all — smiles, cameras clicking away and that quiet feeling of awe that only the forests can give you.
This is what safaris with 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 are all about.

𝐀 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐝𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭.दहाड़ों से गूंज रहा रातापानी90 से अधिक बाघों का बसेरा, न शिकार का खतरा, न संघर्ष की त्रासदी, न संक्रमण...
09/06/2026

𝐀 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐝𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭.
दहाड़ों से गूंज रहा रातापानी
90 से अधिक बाघों का बसेरा, न शिकार का खतरा, न संघर्ष की त्रासदी, न संक्रमण का साया 90 से अधिक बाघों का सुरक्षित और शांत पनाहगाह बना रातापानी...!

09/06/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 — Morning Safari |
Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday
with Anjali Singh and Dhananjay Vijai Singh

08/06/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 — Morning Safari |
What a fabulous morning safari it turned out to be. A beautiful male tiger was seen walking gracefully along the hillside as all our guests enjoyed an absolutely spectacular morning in the forests of Ratapani — crisp, cool, fragrant and wonderfully refreshing. The soft morning light, the peaceful jungle atmosphere and the sight of this magnificent tiger moving effortlessly across the hill face made for a truly unforgettable experience. All our safari vehicles were fortunate enough to enjoy excellent views of the tiger, making it yet another beautiful drive and a wonderfully rewarding safari in the magical forests of Ratapani. This lovely video was kindly shared with us by one of our guests, and we remain truly grateful to them for allowing us to share these beautiful moments further with everyone else.

Ratapani Jungle Lodge and Ratapani Holiday with Anjali Singh

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Kolar Dam, Adjacent To The Forest Rest-house, 9584551234
Bhopal
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