Kanha National Park invites to explore its diverse wildlife and a large variety of flowering plants. The winner of best maintained tourism friendly park, it is the best destination for wildlife and nature lovers.

1. Kanha National Park – A landmass where exotic wildlife dwells

2. Introduction
Sprawling over an area of 940 sq km, Kanha National Park is home to
22 species of mammals and more than 1000 species of flowering
plants. It is winner of the best maintained tourist friendly park in
India, and is noted for a large populace of Royal Bengal Tigers. The
park came into existence in 1955 and has witnessed many
conservation programs for protecting the flora and fauna of the park.

3. Wildlife in Kanha National Park
A diverse wildlife of Kanha National Park draws tourists from all
around the world. In India, it is the only home of Hard Ground
Barasingha, which can be easily seen here in herds. Some of other
animals that are commonly sighted in the park are Striped Palm
Squirrel, Wild Pig, Jackal and Spotted Deer. The main highlight of
the park is Royal Bengal Tigers, of which the famous one is Munna –
a large male tiger with a symbol resembling “CAT” on his forehead.

4. Flora in Kanha National Park
The lowland forests of Kanha National Park are dotted with sal and other
forest trees. On the other hand, the highland forests are deciduous type
and characterized by bamboo on slopes. Meadows that are basically
open fields are found in both types of forests and enhance the scenic
charm of the area. One can also find aquatic plants, which are very
important for migratory and wetland birds.

5. Best Time to Visit
Kanha National Park is open for visitors from 15th October to 30th June.
Though one can visit this park in any month during the aforementioned
period, the best time to pay it a visit is winters (October - February). The
reason is weather is pleasant and one can sight a lots of animals, in addition
to numerous migratory birds. However, those looking for a view of Tiger
are advised to plan their visit in March or April as sighting this largest
member of cat family is easier due to dried vegetation.

6. Jungle Safaris
Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari are the two ways of viewing the wildlife in
Kanha National Park. By opting for jeep safari in Kanha National Park, one
can observe & click photographs of the wildlife and also get the chance to
marvel at the wonders of nature. Elephant Safari, on the other hand, is
completely a different experience as one can also explore the places that
are not accessible by jeeps. Further, this type of safari increases the
chance of sighting a tiger because, being on the back of an elephant, you
can view large landscape.

7. The Jungle Safari Timings Are:
Note
•Every Wednesday at Kanha, the afternoon shift of Jeep Safari remains closed
•There is no Jungle Safari on Holi Festival (celebrated in the month of March)

8. Transportation and Accommodation
It is easy to stay and commute in Kanha National Park with lots of resorts
located and a number of jeeps at your disposal. Some of the famous hotels and
resorts in the area are Shergarh Tented Camp, Tuli Tiger Corridor, The Baagh
Resort and Royal Tiger Resort. For availing more information about commuting
and lodging, please contact www.kanha-national-park.com

9. Kisli Gate - Village Khatia
P.O. - Kanha National Park
District/State - Mandla/Madhya Pradesh
Web- www.kanha-national-park.com
Pin – 481768
Phone- +919212777223

10. Kisli Gate - Village Khatia
P.O. - Kanha National Park
District/State - Mandla/Madhya Pradesh
Web- www.kanha-national-park.com
Pin – 481768
Phone- +919212777223