Nipun - General Manager
Interests - telling the best dad jokes and connecting with new people at the lodge through stories.
Rooted in legacy. Sustained by nature.
From the early footsteps of Capt. Forsyth in 1862 to a modern lodge built with mud, mahua, and a quiet reverence for the forest- Forsyth Lodge is more than a stay. It’s a philosophy. One shaped by the land, guided by naturalists, and built to give you an experience of true adventure.
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.
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.
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.
Banwari - Assistant General Manager
Being the funny man of the group while keeping a straight face.
Sanal - Senior Naturalist
Could spot a raptor, identify its mood from miles away.
Faizan - Head Naturalist
Would go anywhere to rescue and study reptiles.
Krishna - Head Chef
Loves to surprise guests through his plating of delicious and fresh ingredients which he grows at the lodge!
