Do you dream of seeing tigers and jungle animals such as deer, monkeys, or birds? Well, it is possible in India! I am taking you on a safari to Kanha National Park in the Madhya Pradesh region. You will find all the practical information and my advice in this article!
India is the ideal country to discover tigers! It is home to the largest population of wild tigers. Many national parks have been created to protect this emblematic species. These offer visitors the opportunity to go on safaris to observe these felines in their natural habitat, thus helping to raise awareness of the importance of conservation. These safaris allow a total immersion in wildlife, with the possibility of discovering other species such as birds or deer.
Therefore, it is possible to discover tigers in many national parks in India that offer travelers a safari while respecting the environment and the animals.
Since I had gone to the Madhya Pradesh region to visit the superb lost city of Orchha, I naturally turned to the Kanha National Park, also located in the Madhya Pradesh region.
The best time to go on safari in Kanha National Park is the dry season, which runs from October to June. However, you should know that in:
In summary, I recommend planning a safari in Kanha National Park during April and May if you want to see tigers! For example, I was there in February and unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance to see any. However, I could observe many other animals such as deer, stags, birds, and monkeys.
Booking your safari in Kanha National Park is not an easy task, but you must do it in advance and know how it works. Here is the information you need to know:
During your safari in Kanha National Park, you can observe the following animals (apart from tigers):
For my part, I was not lucky enough to see a tiger, however, I was able to observe deer, gazelles, antelopes, wild boars, monkeys, and birds.
Kanha National Park in India implements several conservation measures to preserve biodiversity and ensure the sustainability of its ecosystem. This is why I went to this national park to do my safari in the best possible conditions without damaging the fauna and flora.
Among the measures that the park has implemented, we find in particular:
If you come to do a safari in India, I recommend that you dress in neutral-colored clothes (beige or khaki), loose and breathable. Remember to wear sunglasses, sunscreen, and a cap for sunny and hot days. If you come in winter (from October to March), the mornings are very cool, it is around 8 to 10 degrees. Remember to dress warmly with the 3-layer system (t-shirt, fleece, jacket). If you come in the pre-rainy season (from March to June), take clothes for the rain.
Delighted Journey’s tip: I also recommend having good binoculars with you, like these, to be able to observe the animals well (even if the guide can lend you his) and a camera with a good lens if you want to take nice pictures of the animals which are generally quite far from you.
If you are traveling independently in backpacker mode and you do not have a vehicle or driver, you will have to be patient to get to Kanha National Park.
You can reach by train, by car & by flight.
By Road:
Kanha National Park is well connected to major destinations of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh.
Here is a table that will summarize the distances of Kanha National Park from some nearby destinations and the approximate driving time
By train:
The nearest railway stations to reach Kanha National Park are Gondia and Jabalpur.
Gondia Railway Station is 145 km away, about 3 3-hour drive from Kanha (Khatia Gateway).
Jabalpur Railway Station is 160 km away, about 4 hour’s drive from Kanha (Mukki Gateway)
By Air:
The nearest airports to Kanha National Park are Jabalpur, about 160 Kms away, Raipur 250 Kms away, and Nagpur 300 Kms away.
At Kanha you will find luxury to base category of lodging. But I recommend the Natures Groove Hotel which offers luxury tents in the jungle. It is just magnificent! In addition, the quality of the service and food is excellent! The hotel offers 3 meals of the day. Finally, they can also take care of booking your safari in Kanha National Park and take you there if you do not have a vehicle. Count 7500 Rs per night for a luxury tent for 2 people with 3 meals included.
Going on safari at Kanha National Park is truly a great experience. I thought that safaris were only done in Africa, and I was far from imagining that it was possible in India, especially since this country concentrates the largest population of wild tigers!
I appreciated this park for the measures put in place for the preservation of the environment. Everything is done with respect for the fauna and flora.
I recommend doing the safari in the morning to have more time and see more animals. Furthermore, if you have the budget, I advise you to book a Jeep just for you. You will live the experience even better in a small group only with your loved ones.
Do you dream of seeing tigers and jungle animals such as deer, monkeys, or birds? Well, it is possible in India! I am taking you on a safari to Kanha National Park in the Madhya Pradesh region. You will find all the practical information and my advice in this article!
India is the ideal country to discover tigers! It is home to the largest population of wild tigers. Many national parks have been created to protect this emblematic species. These offer visitors the opportunity to go on safaris to observe these felines in their natural habitat, thus helping to raise awareness of the importance of conservation. These safaris allow a total immersion in wildlife, with the possibility of discovering other species such as birds or deer.
Therefore, it is possible to discover tigers in many national parks in India that offer travelers a safari while respecting the environment and the animals.
Since I had gone to the Madhya Pradesh region to visit the superb lost city of Orchha, I naturally turned to the Kanha National Park, also located in the Madhya Pradesh region.
The best time to go on safari in Kanha National Park is the dry season, which runs from October to June. However, you should know that in:
In summary, I recommend planning a safari in Kanha National Park during April and May if you want to see tigers! For example, I was there in February and unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance to see any. However, I could observe many other animals such as deer, stags, birds, and monkeys.
Booking your safari in Kanha National Park is not an easy task, but you must do it in advance and know how it works. Here is the information you need to know:
During your safari in Kanha National Park, you can observe the following animals (apart from tigers):
For my part, I was not lucky enough to see a tiger, however, I was able to observe deer, gazelles, antelopes, wild boars, monkeys, and birds.
Kanha National Park in India implements several conservation measures to preserve biodiversity and ensure the sustainability of its ecosystem. This is why I went to this national park to do my safari in the best possible conditions without damaging the fauna and flora.
Among the measures that the park has implemented, we find in particular:
If you come to do a safari in India, I recommend that you dress in neutral-colored clothes (beige or khaki), loose and breathable. Remember to wear sunglasses, sunscreen, and a cap for sunny and hot days. If you come in winter (from October to March), the mornings are very cool, it is around 8 to 10 degrees. Remember to dress warmly with the 3-layer system (t-shirt, fleece, jacket). If you come in the pre-rainy season (from March to June), take clothes for the rain.
Delighted Journey’s tip: I also recommend having good binoculars with you, like these, to be able to observe the animals well (even if the guide can lend you his) and a camera with a good lens if you want to take nice pictures of the animals which are generally quite far from you.
If you are traveling independently in backpacker mode and you do not have a vehicle or driver, you will have to be patient to get to Kanha National Park.
You can reach by train, by car & by flight.
By Road:
Kanha National Park is well connected to major destinations of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh.
Here is a table that will summarize the distances of Kanha National Park from some nearby destinations and the approximate driving time
By train:
The nearest railway stations to reach Kanha National Park are Gondia and Jabalpur.
Gondia Railway Station is 145 km away, about 3 3-hour drive from Kanha (Khatia Gateway).
Jabalpur Railway Station is 160 km away, about 4 hour’s drive from Kanha (Mukki Gateway)
By Air:
The nearest airports to Kanha National Park are Jabalpur, about 160 Kms away, Raipur 250 Kms away, and Nagpur 300 Kms away.
At Kanha you will find luxury to base category of lodging. But I recommend the Natures Groove Hotel which offers luxury tents in the jungle. It is just magnificent! In addition, the quality of the service and food is excellent! The hotel offers 3 meals of the day. Finally, they can also take care of booking your safari in Kanha National Park and take you there if you do not have a vehicle. Count 7500 Rs per night for a luxury tent for 2 people with 3 meals included.
Going on safari at Kanha National Park is truly a great experience. I thought that safaris were only done in Africa, and I was far from imagining that it was possible in India, especially since this country concentrates the largest population of wild tigers!
I appreciated this park for the measures put in place for the preservation of the environment. Everything is done with respect for the fauna and flora.
I recommend doing the safari in the morning to have more time and see more animals. Furthermore, if you have the budget, I advise you to book a Jeep just for you. You will live the experience even better in a small group only with your loved ones.
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