Pugdundee Safari- Denwa Backwater Escape

We were a family of 6 that visited Satpura for the first time and we had a wonderful 5 day stay at Denwa Backwater Escape! The resort is located in a quiet and serene spot and has spacious cottages with full-length windows. The staff, especially from the restaurant is very courteous and cheerful. The food is delicious with a generous spread every day. Everything about the resort and it's surroundings is relaxed! A special mention to K****ij, who ***ages the resort impeccably and is an awesome naturalist as well! He's very approachable and sincere, and pays close attention to the needs of the guests thereby making them very comfortable. A***, another naturalist accompanied us on a couple of safaris and was very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a pleasure to have them both on our safaris! Overall, my family and I had a lovely stay at Denwa Backwater Escape!

The resort is beautiful... it's location gives a lovely view of the backwaters and the jungle. The rooms and the room service were good. I loved the food...a great mixture of popular and local dishes ...desserts were yummy. Loved my stay...

Had the most wonderful stay at this incredible property in the heart of Satpura. Cosiest rooms with some incredible views. Exception service from a very polite and caring staff. Always assisting us to try and experience activities and everything unique that the forest has to offer. Would definitely visit again.

Lovely lodge in a lovely area. Cottage was large and very comfortable with a veranda facing the river. Food was delicious and plentiful. Very nice team of staff who looked after us. Lodge was close to the National Park, which is reached by jeep and boat.

Small upmarket resort that exceeds all expectations. Small so that it has very personal service. I had a cottage overlooking the Tawa reservoir, a large body of water which backs onto the tiger reserve. The cottage is large with a beautiful picture window looking over to the water & bush. There was a king size bed & the cottage is air-conditioned (although rather loud) plus a ceiling fan. There is seperate wifi in each cottage, a bit slow but adequate. There is a big on-suite with a walk in shower. The cottage had a roof top deck & a deck on the ground floor. There are only 8 cottages, two upmarket ten accommodation, plus 4 suites. There is a seperate building for dining. All my meals were included. All the food was delicious although too much. If you don’t want Indian food the chef will arrange a western meal. Safaris, both jeep & water, can be taken from here into the tiger reserve and well worth doing. The retreat also has a large swimming room. And it does get pretty hot during the day. Unfortunately during my stay there was a large noisy Indian family staying who were rude to the staff & other guests which spoilt it just a bit. ***agement did their best to sort it out. The staff are superb & go out of their way to be helpful and friendly & get to know your likes & dislikes. You need at least two nights here, preferably more, to enjoy this very special place.

A return visit which exceeded our previous one. On arrival we were welcomed and met our guide K from our visit last year. Our cottage no 3 had a lakeside view from which we could watch the activities of the birds and other wildlife. We also provided amusement for the monkeys who looked through the window at us and played on the roof.. The restaurant provides cuisine and service of the highest quality. The lunchtime Thal is exceptional. A continental alternative is provided for dinner. The guiding services stood out, we wanted to focus on sloth bear, leopards, birdlife etc although those who wanted to see tigers were not disappointed. Will we return? Already thinking about it.

Fantastic stay with a cottage with an awesome view of the Denwa river. Wild life galore and peaceful and serene. The ***ager and the naturalists and staff are very helpful, knowledgeable and ever ready to assist. The meals were local, wholesome and delicious and the entire experience of spending four nights at Denwa was a memorable one. Must visit place to enjoy wild life.

Excellent stay. The hospitality here is beyond par excellence. Loved how each and every staff including Pankaj, Jai, Prashant, K***n, K****ij (might be forgetting a few names) was dedicated to our comfort and luxury. The rooms etc were also fantastic. Highly recommend this to anyone going to Madhai.

Beautiful place....best hospitality , experienced river safari no words to describe how it feels, unreal it was ,food was yumm ...if you love nature you should atleast visit once.last but not the least NATURE cannot be described in words,u can just experience....Thank you for each n everyone from the staff for personal attention 🙏