Pench National Park and Kanha National Park
100 Top Species of Kanha and Pench Tiger Country
Overview
Madhya Pradesh, in central India, is truly the heart of Wild India. The tiger reserves here are not only well-known, but also among the best tiger habitats in the country. This tour gives you the opportunity to visit two of these beautiful forests: Pench and Kanha. Both of these jungles have played a role in the creation of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, with Kanha being one of the major inspirations, and Pench being the setting for the story of Mowgli.
Kanha National Park is the largest national park in Madhya Pradesh, India. Created in 1955, the tiger reserve has significant populations of tiger, sloth bear, and leopard, as well as other mammals, as well as around 300 species of birds. The Southern Swamp Deer (or Hard-ground Barasingha) is found only in Kanha, although relocation efforts are underway in other places in central India.
Pench National Park is located in central India, on the border of the states of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1975, it gets its name from the Pench River that flows through the park, dividing it into almost equal halves. The well-forested area of Seoni is famous as the setting of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book. The main attraction here is the tiger, although the park also has a good population of leopard, sloth bear, and several deer species, as well as being home to many birds.
Few know that both the Pench and Kanha National Parks in Central India have a relationship with Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book". While the jungles of Kanha served as a massive inspiration for the stories, they were set in the forests in and around what is now Pench. A variety of scenic landscapes, a wealth of mammals like Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Indian Wolf, Striped Hyena, Sloth Bear, Hard-ground Barasingha to name a few, birds like White-naped Woodpecker, Indian Pitta, White-rumped Shama, Brown Wood, and Indian Scops Owls, and more, and even the rich tribal culture all exist here! It's easy to see how they can inspire countless tales. Why don't you create one of your own? Come write your own Jungle Book with a visit to Kanha and Pench National Parks.
Please Note, the Acronyms in Bird Species
R stands for Resident Birds
S stands for Summer
W stands for Winter
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Resort
Arrive at Nagpur airport. You will be met by our representative. Drive to Kanha National Park (6.5 hours). Arrive at the resort and check-in. You have the evening at leisure to rest or do a little homework before your safaris.
Overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Resort
Explore Kanha’s forests with morning and afternoon jeep safaris for tiger tracking and wildlife viewing. Each safari is about four hours long, giving you ample time to explore the wilderness in the morning or in the afternoon. Each safari vehicle can seat up to four comfortably. Accompanying you will be n expert driver and a talented local safari guide.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Hard-ground Barasingha, Sambar, Indian Vulture (R), White-rumped Vulture (R), Indian Peafowl (R), Sirkeer Malkoha (S), Large Cuckooshrike (R), Indian White-eye (R)
Note: Kanha National Park remains closed for safaris every Wednesday afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Resort
Continue your journey in Kanha with another round of morning and evening safaris. Kanha is divided into four zones, each with its own unique landmarks and landscapes. Don’t forget to ask your guide and driver about Kanha. They are highly knowledgeable and their expertise is invaluable to your experience. If time permits, visit the interpretation center, where you can learn more about Kanha’s history and wildlife
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Golden Jackal, Hard-ground Barasingha, Gaur, Sambar, Crested Honey Buzzard (R), Shikra (R), Orange-headed Thrush (R), White-rumped Shama (R)
Note: Kanha National Park remains closed for safaris every Wednesday afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast in Kanha, Lunch, and Dinner in Pench
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Corridor
Enjoy a final morning safari at Kanha. The morning ride is perfect for admiring the birds of Kanha National Park. Later, we’ll leave for Pench National Park. Arrive in Pench in time for a late lunch. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, White-rumped Shama, Orange-headed Thrush (R), Changeable Hawk-Eagle (R), Crested Honey Buzzard (R)
PS: Pench National Park remains closed for safaris every Wednesday afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Pench
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Corridor
Explore the wilderness of Pench with morning and afternoon jeep safaris for tiger tracking and wildlife viewing. The duration of the safari is about four hours and is conducted early in the morning and in the afternoon till sunset. Each safari vehicle can seat up to four persons comfortably. Besides the visitors, the vehicle has an expert driver and a talented naturalist.
Overnight stay.
Key species: Tiger, Leopard, Wild Dog, Gaur, Indian Peafowl (R), White-bellied Drongo (R), Black-rumped Flameback (R)
Note: Pench National Park will remain closed for safaris on every Wednesday afternoon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Kanha
Accommodation: Tuli Tiger Corridor
Enjoy two more safaris today, which will not only increase your chances of seeing some amazing Indian wildlife but will also help you learn more about the history and wildlife of Pench.
Overnight stay
Key species: Tiger, Golden Jackal, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Yellow-crowned Woodpecker (R), Black-rumped Flameback (R), White-rumped Vulture (R), Crested Honey Buzzard (R).
Meals: Breakfast in Kanha
Accommodation: None
After breakfast, transfer to Nagpur airport for your connecting flight back home.
Highlights
- Explore two of Central India’s most popular tiger reserves
- Great opportunities to see and photograph big cats like Leopard and Tiger
- Wide variety of other mammals, including Sambar, Spotted Deer, Barasingha, Gaur, and more
- Rich bird diversity and great birding experience
- Stay in some of the region’s best ecolodges
- Experience the landscape, architecture and rural lifestyle of Central India
Included
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis Meals as per itinerary
- 05 safaris in Kanha National Park with park entrance fee 04 safaris in Pench National Park with park entrance fee
- Park wildlife guide for all safaris in both the National Parks All surface transfers by private air-conditioned car | All currently applicable taxes
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