Kanha National Park Travel Guide

Ensure you book your safari in advance to enjoy the incredible wildlife and scenic beauty of Kanha National Park.

Kanha National Park is well connected to major cities in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh. Below are the distances and approximate driving times from key locations:

#	Destination	Distance from Kanha National Park
1	Nagpur	300 km / 6-7 hours drive
2	Jabalpur	160 km / 4 hours drive
3	Raipur	250 km / 5 hours drive
4	Bilaspur	250 km / 5 hours drive
5	Bhilai	270 km / 5-6 hours drive
6	Bandhavgarh National Park	250 km / 4 hours drive
7	Pench National Park	200 km / 4 hours drive

By Train

#	Destination	Distance from Kanha National Park
1	Gondia Railway Station	145 km / 3 hours drive to Khatia Entrance Gate
2	Jabalpur Railway Station	160 km / 4 hours drive to Mukki Entrance Gate

By Air

#	Destination	Distance from Kanha National Park
1	Jabalpur Airport	160 km from the park
2	Raipur Airport	250 km from the park
3	Nagpur Airport	300 km from the park

Fauna :

Mammals

Tiger, Chital, Sambar, Barasingha, Barking Deer, Chousingha, Gaur, Langur, Wild Pig, Sloth Bear, Black Buck, Wild Boar, Rudd Mongoose, Indian Fox, Badger, Indian Hare, Wild Dog.

Reptiles

Indian Monitor, Fan-Throated Lizard, Indian Garden Lizard, Russell’s Viper, Python, Indian Cobra, Indian Krait, Rat Snake

Birds

Kanha National Park is a haven for bird watchers, with commonly found species including: - Verditer Flycatcher, Indian Roller, Shama, Golden Oriole, Blossom-Headed Parakeet, Spotbill Duck, Bush Lark, Indian Tree Pipit, Brahminy Myna, Common Iora, Pied Myna, Red Munia.

Weather :

Summer (April to June):

Temperature: Ranges from 24°C to 43°C.
Wildlife Viewing: Excellent for spotting wildlife, as animals are often near water sources.
Clothing: Light cotton clothes in neutral or earthy colors are recommended.

Monsoon (July to October)

Rainfall: Kanha receives an average of 1800 mm of rain.
Park Closure: The park is closed during the monsoon due to heavy rainfall and difficult road conditions.

Winter (November to February):

Temperature: Can be very cold, with frost covering the meadows.
Clothing: Woollens and thick jackets are essential, especially for open jeep safaris.
Activities: Ideal for exploring both the park and nearby areas, allowing visitors to enjoy local delicacies.

Experience the enchanting wilderness of Kanha National Park, where diverse wildlife and picturesque landscapes await!