Kanha National Park
Prime tiger wilderness, Kanha National Park was one of the first areas to be protected under Project Tiger, aimed at preserving this magnificent animal, and remains a renowned conservation area. At 1 945 km² (750 square miles), Kanha is one of India’s largest national parks and is renowned not only for its high tiger concentration, but as the last remaining habitat of the hard ground barasingha, or swamp deer, which was brought back from the brink of extinction thanks to the efforts of Kanha’s conservationists.
This picturesque reserve boasts the ideal habitat for both tigers and their prey species. Lush sal and bamboo forests are interspersed with vast grassy meadows known as maidans, while the Banjaar River, which forms the park’s southwestern border, provides a steady water source for the abundant wildlife. The central parklands are surrounded by a steep, horse-shoe shaped embankment that rises to the spectacular plateau of Bamhni Dar, which offers breathtaking views of the valley. Rocky crags and ravines are home to roosting birds or a variety of reptiles.
- A huge population of various deer and antelope, including the extremely rare barasingha, supports a large number of tiger, leopard, jackal and wild dog.
- The immense maidans create ideal grazing spots for the hundreds of chital, barasingha and sambar deer.
- Wild pig, striped hyena, mouse deer, chinkara, chousingha, jungle cat, black buck, mongoose and langur are also regularly seen in the reserve.
- The beautiful and diverse landscape of Kanha is also ideal for birdwatching, with over 200 bird species recorded.
From INR 292,500 per person sharing
Discover India's most beautiful natural areas, from dense jungles filled with wildlife to the golden beaches of Goa. Track the majestic king of the jungle among diverse landscapes and dense forests in Kanha and Pench National Parks. Recover from your days of game viewing on the sandy beaches of...
&Beyond Banjaar Tola Kanha Tented Camp
From INR 21,000 per person sharing
Near Kanha National Park, two intimate camps, consisting of only nine elegant tented suites each, sensitively blend into the riverine environment. Each contemporary suite features bamboo floors, a canvas roof and walls, and glass doors leading out onto a floating veranda overlooking the river....
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Did you know?
Kanha National Park is famous for bringing the hardwater barasingha, or swamp deer, back from the brink of extinction.
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