Bastar all women group trip - ex. Jagdalpur

Bastar – Raw. Remote. Revered.

Chhattisgarh

5 Days

Light Walk/Climb (1-3 km/day)

Starts in 8 weeks

START DATE

23 DEC, Wed

END DATE

27 DEC, Sun

₹ 40,500

₹40,000*

on double sharing

* 5% GST extra

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Bastar – Raw. Remote. Revered.

₹ 40,500

₹ 40,000 * 5% GST extra

START DATE

23 DEC, Wed

END DATE

27 DEC, Sun

₹ 40,500

₹ 40,000 * 5% GST extra

When was the last time you visited a place most people cannot point on a map? A place with jungles as mythical as they are verdant, full of folklores, songs and stories. Bastar - an unexplored, almost mysterious district in the heart of Chhattisgarh - offers unspoilt nature, gargantuan waterfalls, and a peek into the lives and traditions of Madia, Muria and myriad other aboriginal communities - their customs and traditions. This year end, join us on our Bastar all women group trip for the experience.

Highlights

Try local tribal cuisine

Witness cultural performances

Behold the widest waterfall of India

Float on a bamboo raft

Important

Our Bastar women only group trip is to ex-Jagdalpur. Please read the itinerary thoroughly. Consider asking questions if needed.

Getting there

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Arrive by 4 PM on 23 DEC

Jagdalpur Airport (JGB)

Chhattisgarh

Return after 3 PM on 27 DEC

Jagdalpur Airport (JGB)

Chhattisgarh

Itinerary

10°C - 25°C | Pleasant days, Cool nights

Chance of rain: Low

Note: This is a prediction. The weather may change

Day 1: Arrival, Chitrakote, local dinner

Arrivals

Drive: 1-2 hrs

Local cuisine

Arrive at Jagdalpur by 4PM and proceed to Chitrakote. Check in and relax. Enjoy local tribal cuisine for dinner, at a beautiful spot with the massive Chitrakote waterfalls as the backdrop. Overnight at Chitrakote.

For our Bastar group trip, you will get basic North Indian and Central Indian food with local delicacies wherever possible.

The weather would be pleasant to cold with temperatures ranging between 10 and 25 degrees C. Because of a solid forest cover and myriad waterfalls, mornings and evenings will be cold and misty.

Bastar, although completely safe, is still developing as a tourist destination. The services, especially during a peak season like year end, may be slower.

Please read the Bastar trip itinerary thoroughly. Consider asking questions if needed.

Day 2 : Chitrakote Falls, Narayanpal Temple, Ghumar

Local sightseeing

Temples

Tribal dance

Go for an early morning river walk around the waterfalls. After breakfast, go for a boat ride. Visit Tambda and Mendri Ghumar, two gorgeous plunge waterfalls of the region. Savor local tribal cuisine and a tribal dance performance by the Bison Horn Madiya tribe, amidst stunning vistas. Also visit the Narayanpal Temple which dates back to the 11th century and is the only Vishnu Temple in the Bastar region. Overnight at Chitrakote.

Day 3 : Heritage Walk, Danteshwari Temple, Kondagaon

Heritage walk

Temple

Craft work

The day starts early today. Check out and visit Barsur for a heritage walk. Considered a heritage city with temples every step of the way, Barsur was the erstwhile capital of the Nagvanshi kings. Proceed to visit the Ma Danteshwari Temple in Dantewada. One of the 52 Shaktipeeths in India, this is the most revered shrine of Bastar. Danteshwari is the kuldevi of Bastar. On the way stop to see memory pillars, a tribute to deceased residents of the village, with stories of their life carved in the stone. Head on to a craft spree at Kondagaon and observe the making of various indigenous craft like terracotta and wrought iron. Marvel at the terracotta contraptions like the earth lamp that burns for days. Visit the artisans to see live the making of Bell Metal Handicrafts, through wax technique, resembling the one used during the Harrappan civilization. Overnight at Jagdalpur.

FUN FACT!

The stone megaliths and memory pillars across Bastar are not just graves; they are personalized ancestral histories. The tribal artisans carve intricate symbols directly onto the stone to illustrate the deceased individual's life achievements, favorite hobbies, profession, or status.

Day 4 : Tirathgarh falls, Kanger Valley National Park

Bamboo raft

Haat bazaars

Walk: 2-3 hrs

After breakfast, visit the beautiful Tirathgarh falls, which are actually a cluster of waterfalls, located in Kanger Valley national park. Visit kutumsar natural caves – million years old stalactite and stalagmite. Head to Dhurwa Dera for a serene bamboo raft experience and enjoy traditional food. Visit a local haat bazaar. Haat bazaars in Bastar give you a glimpse on the life of locals. They have their own food court and you would find it not just interesting but very eco-friendly. The most interesting thing about the set up is, it is not just a commercial set up but is looked upon as an occasion for local people as a weekly get together. You can try snacks and their locally brewed alcohol, made and served by women of the community. Overnight at Jagdalpur.

Day 5 : Bamboo Rafting, Bastar Palace, Fly out

Local sightseeing

Drive: ~2 hrs

Return flights

Experience bamboo rafting on the serene Tiriya river. After breakfast, check out and visit the Bastar Palace. After lunch, proceed to the airport for your return flight. Our Bastar Chhattisgarh group tour ends here.

Book your return flight tickets after 3 PM from.

Important

Our Bastar women only group trip is to ex-Jagdalpur. Please read the itinerary thoroughly. Consider asking questions if needed.

Add ons

Single Occupancy Supplement (if you don’t want to share the room) – INR 20,000 + 5% GST

Child Pricing (5 to 10 years old) – INR 37,000 + 5% GST

Adolescents – Children between 11 and 17 years of age pay the same price as adults. If your child is less than 5 years old, please reach out to us.

Inclusions & exclusions

Inclusions

We want to enable you to travel wallet free. That’s why, when you travel with us, we take care of most of your travelling expenses. Our Bastar tour package includes:

Accommodation on double sharing for 4 nights

All meals starting from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5

A Hindi speaking guide from Day 1 to Day 5

Transportation in an AC vehicle as per the itinerary

All entry tickets

Bamboo Rafting

Boating at Chitrakote Falls

Gypsy Safari at Kanger Valley National Park

Toll and Parking

Your F5 trip lead

Exclusions

Some expenses are excluded (especially those of personal preferences) and will have to be taken care of by the individual. Exclusions include:

Flights to and from Jagdalpur

Snacks and meals other than mentioned

Packaged water bottles

Activity charges other than mentioned

Tips and personal expenses like shopping and medication

Any cost arising due to natural calamities, personal flight delays and aspects beyond our control. We will definitely facilitate an alternative and handle the contingency, the cost being yours.

5% GST

Policy

Cancellation and Refund

All cancellations must be sent in writing to [email protected] and take effect on the date we receive them. The cancellation charges below apply to the total trip cost, and apply to any cancellation for any reason, including where you do not travel (a ‘no-show’).

Notice given 90 days or more before departure date: 15% cancellation charge of the total trip cost.

Notice given 89 to 60 days before departure date: 25% cancellation charge of the total trip cost.

Notice given 59 to 16 days before departure date: 50% cancellation charge of the total trip cost.

Notice given 15 to 0 days before departure date (including no show): 100% cancellation charge of the total trip cost.

Third-party items and service fee

Additional flights, additional hotel nights, additional permits and other third-party items (not mentioned in the itinerary inclusions) booked on your behalf may or may not be refundable, depending on the provider’s own terms. In every case, our service fee for arranging and securing these bookings is non-refundable, the work of securing them having been performed.

Local permits

For trips to restricted regions that require local permits, we include the permit charges in inclusions. However, permit approval is dependent on the timely and correct submission of the necessary documents.

Insurance

We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering cancellation, curtailment and medical expenses. F5 Escapes is not liable for losses you could have recovered under such insurance.

Privacy

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Confirmation of Booking

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Disclaimer

F5 Escapes is not responsible for any injury, loss or other untoward incident arising from the ignorance or negligence of guests, their failure to follow safety instructions, undisclosed medical conditions, natural or man-made calamities, accidents, or any other event beyond our reasonable control. Guests participate in all activities at their own risk. Full details are set out in our Terms of Service on the website.

All our trips are well-researched, including identifying access to medical facilities. In case of a medical emergency, F5 will assist the traveller in getting medical attention.

F5 reserves the right to cancel the trip under certain conditions; in such a case, the trip amount will be refunded in full.

FAQs

What type of accommodation will be provided?

We select accommodation based on their uniqueness/character, location, cleanliness and comfort, hospitality, food quality, and more. Hence, we work with a variety of stays - boutique hotels, heritage properties, well appointed standard hotels, premium homestays etc. You can download the pdf itinerary for more details on the stays being used in the Bastar women only trip.

What kind of food will be available during the Bastar group tour?

You will get basic North Indian and Central Indian food with local delicacies wherever possible.

Is Bastar Safe?

Absolutely. We have done our research and our female team member has travelled solo in Bastar extensively over 10 days. We have partnered with people we absolutely trust and who have been working at grass route level to bring tourism to Bastar in a sustainable manner. We have curated this itinerary to give you the authentic experience. You will see that women participate in all local activities in abundance and the tribal communities are run as much by women as by men. Roads are in good condition and people are respectful, as long as their customs and culture are respected.

What will the weather be like in Bastar in December?

The weather would be pleasant to cold with temperatures ranging between 10 and 25 degrees C. Because of a solid forest cover and myriad waterfalls, mornings and evenings will be cold and misty. *Please note that nowadays, climate/ weather is dependent on many factors and unpredictable hence the above information might be subject to change during your actual travel days.

As a solo-female traveller, can I join the group trip to Bastar?

Absolutely! We design our women group tours to make it convenient, fun, and safe for women travellers. You travel with a group of like-minded women, make new friends, and share experiences for a lifetime. Join our Bastar December 2026 women group trip to experience the joy of travelling with your tribe.

Anything else I should know about the Bastar Chhattisgarh trip?

Please read the itinerary thoroughly. Consider asking questions if needed. Bastar, although completely safe, is still developing as a tourist destination. The services, especially during a peak season like year end, may be slower.

What are the company policies on smoking/drinking?

Everyone joining is an adult and we realise that we cannot dictate the behaviour on how you should enjoy the trip. There are different kinds of local mild brews that you can sample. All we ask is to drink responsibly. Hangover delays are going to cost a lot, and will not be tolerated at all. So please do not test your limits and enjoy in moderation. Also, do respect your roommate’s comfort levels with the alcohol smell and avoid drinking in the room if she is not comfortable. If you smoke, please do so outside the room, even if the rooms have ashtray.

How does F5 Escapes promote responsible and sustainable tourism?

When we travel, we visit somebody’s home, be it a city, village or a place of stay. We treat them with utmost respect. We encourage all our guests to leave no trace, only footprints. We recommend carrying one's own steel water bottles. Most places of stay we partner with provide clean drinking water and water is available for refill. Small shift, big impact. We are mindful about our group not littering the destination. We try choosing vendors who make a conscious effort to employ locals, thereby enabling us to give back to the local economy. We encourage local handicrafts and on several trips we visit local artisans. We try to reduce overcrowding by travelling in small groups of maximum 12 people. We support women-led enterprises and seek them out on our travels. We work with local organisations across India involved in conservation, culture preservation and employment generation.

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