Kanha National Park

Immortalized as the landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, Kanha National Park is a living paradise of wild beauty and ecological wonder. Located in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha is one of India’s largest and most well-maintained tiger reserves, spreading across the Mandla and Balaghat districts.

The park’s mesmerizing landscape — with its sal and bamboo forests, grassy meadows (known as meadows or maidans), and meandering streams — creates a picture-perfect setting for thrilling jungle safaris. Kanha is home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, barasingha (swamp deer) — the park’s mascot and a conservation success story — along with leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, gaurs, and more than 300 bird species.

Divided into zones like Kisli, Mukki, Kanha, and Sarhi, each area offers unique wildlife experiences and diverse ecosystems. Whether it’s the excitement of spotting a tiger, the peaceful sound of rustling leaves, or the golden hues of sunset over Bamni Dadar — Kanha captures the true essence of the Indian jungle.

With its eco-friendly lodges, guided safaris, and natural tranquility, Kanha National Park offers not just an adventure, but a soulful connection with nature.