Forsyth Lodge
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Whether you are interested in birds, plants, mammals, photography, trekking, camping or just want
to be in the middle of nature watching wildlife, our naturalists can help you develop an itinerary that
will make you just do what you like, in Satpura.
Exploring wildlife since 1862
Capt. James Forsyth arrived in Central India as a Deputy Commissioner of Central Provinces for the British Indian Government in the year 1857. Before he met Sir Richard Temple to whom he was going to report for duty, Forsyth was bewitched by the raw ruggedness of the Satpura Mountains as he rode down on his horse from Jabalpur. He was one of the earliest Europeans to have set foot into the valleys of River Denwa and from there on to the Pachmari plateau.
Forsyth was a keen naturalist and he had special interest for indigenous communities of the Country, as his orders came to serve for Central Provinces, his interests grew towards the Gond and the Korku communities that inhabit the Satpura Mountains. He was one of the earliest spokesmen of the Forests and raised many alarms to call for a Forest Protection Act and protect the last remaining ancient Teak forests of India. His passionate notes that were published as Natural History of the Highlands of Central India, turned into keys to doors of preservation of the Satpura Biodiversity landscape. Here is our tribute, a toast with a glass of Mahua and to his passion and philosophy we share; The Forsyth Lodge.
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Built with a philosophy of preservation of local forests
Out of the 44 acres of forests, we have barely used 10% of the land to host you with 8 Gondia cottages and 4 Machaan Cottages including a central swimming pool and the dining area. The cottages are built with mud and hay, a natural manure is used as a disinfectant and insulator, thus it is designed to keep you warm during the winter and insulated during the summer heat. These cottages are aesthetic to the surrounding villages handmade by the Gond people themselves. The surrounding forests have many native species of flowering plants, this in turn attracts several wildlife to the Lodge. Chital and Wild Pigs reside on the property, who are often visited by Leopards and Dholes. And to approve the native fruit bearing plants, Sloth Bears and Palm Civets stay in the vicinity of the Lodge. Our naturalists have been documenting a great number of species of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, spiders, scorpions and many new genera of life within the Lodge.
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Sustaining with minimal impact to the land
To sustain such an abundance of wildlife, we at Forsyth Lodge believe in creating minimal impact to the land. Forsyth Lodge has been adjudged an Inspirational Lodge for many practices that have created precedence for the true owners of the landscape. Some practices are quite simple like having the path lights just enough to get you around and limiting any man-made sounds around living areas so as to not disturb sleeping Langurs or the flower visiting Civets at night. Also, to avoid rodents entering the cottages and eventually their reptilian predators following them in there, we do not serve any food in the cottages. The undisturbed silence of the property is the truest luxury we provide! Knowing how important it is for our guests to have rest during a busy wildlife holiday, we do not provide TVs and Wifi as we barely leave them with any time for it. All meals are set taking into account guests’ allergies and desired spice levels, the timing is something we agree upon and keep it based on safari timings so that guests can get enough rest in spite of the early morning wake up calls.
A naturalist - run lodge
Forsyth Lodge is managed by passionate individuals who are here for their love of people and wildlife. Each year the naturalists and staff undergo an intense Learning Program during the off season and train themselves to guide better and create newer experiences. The naturalists plan your holidays days or months in advance to prepare for your arrival. They are trained to focus on interpersonal relationships and strive to make your experience a beautiful story. With a complete understanding of your needs, they deliver a personalized guiding experience with an attention-to-detail of the highest order. When guests come to Forsyth, all they need to do is relax and leave everything to their naturalists.
Mohamed Ghouse
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Sanal Santosh
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Amina Ismail
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Faizan Ansari
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Nipun Kumar
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Banwari Jangid
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Krishna Chaudhary
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
Faizan Ansari
The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,The lodge takes care of all the details, from cold drinks at entrance every time we come back from the safaris,
₹ 4000 onwards
Jeep Experiences
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Dine out Experiences
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Bar Experiences
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STAY OPTION
Mountain
Machan Viilla
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Gardenia Cabin, designed to provide a peaceful setting amidst nature's wonders. This spacious 150 sqm cabin offers 2 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, and a serene escape for your eco-friendly retreat.
Two bedroom villa
Maximum 4 guest
Breakfast, Lunch Dinner included**
STAY OPTION
Garden
Viilla
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Gardenia Cabin, designed to provide a peaceful setting amidst nature's wonders. This spacious 150 sqm cabin offers 2 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, and a serene escape for your eco-friendly retreat.
Two bedroom villa
Maximum 4 guest
Breakfast, Lunch Dinner included**
