Pachmarhi Hill Resort Satpura
An all-season hill resort, Pachmarhi nestles in Satpura ranges with its enchanting forest glades, giggling ravines and fascinating wildlife. It has its archaelogical assets too. There are rock paintings, said to be dating back to thousands of years, in the caves of Mahadeo hills.
Pachmarhi was discovered in 1857 by a Bengali lancer. The British developed it as a hillresort. A church built by them is a colourful legacy. The location has been named Priyadarshini Point. Handi Khoh is an attractive ravine area. Apsara Vihar is a popular bathing pool. A trek over Rajat Pratap is an adventure of sorts. Duchess Fall is the most beautiful waterfall in Pachmarhi. Not far is Saunder's Pool, good for swimming.
Accommodation Facilities :
The Jungle Bar is where you unwind after an exciting day. A large swimming pool awaits you to cool yourselves. There are 32 well appointed rooms.
Food & Other Services :
- The resort restaurant serves Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine delicacies.
- The resort bar serves both Indian and imported spirits.
- A swimming pool.
- A stand-by generator.
- Folk music and dance for night entertainment on request from the visiting groups.
Sports & Leisure Activites :
- Wildlife viewing by jeeps & open-trucks
- Bird watching
- Nature walks
- Trekking in the park
How to get There :
The nearest airport is at Bhopal (195 km). Pipariya (47 km) on the Mumbai-Howrah line via Allahabad, is the nearest rail head. Bus is available to all places.