Kanha Tiger Reserve
Jungle Book wilderness and the realm of the Bengal tiger
About Kanha Tiger Reserve
Kanha is one of India's largest and most beautiful national parks — a sweeping landscape of sal forests, bamboo and golden meadows that inspired Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book'. It's among the very best places in the country to see a wild Bengal tiger.
Beyond tigers, Kanha is a conservation success story: it saved the rare hard-ground barasingha (swamp deer) from extinction. Leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, gaur and hundreds of bird species share this thriving ecosystem, explored on expert-led jeep safaris.
Top Things to Do
Morning & evening safaris
Track tigers and wildlife with naturalist guides during the best activity hours.
Explore multiple zones
Visit the Kanha, Kisli, Mukki and Sarhi zones, each with its own character.
Birdwatching
Spot eagles, owls, rollers and woodpeckers among 300+ recorded species.
Nature walks & culture
Learn about the forest and local Gond and Baiga culture from your lodge.
Highlights
- Jeep safaris in search of wild Bengal tigers
- The 'Jungle Book' sal forests and grasslands
- The rare hard-ground barasingha (swamp deer)
- Leopards, sloth bears, gaur and wild dogs
- Superb birdwatching, with 300+ species
- Atmospheric eco-lodges on the forest edge
Know Before You Go
- Safari permits are limited and sell out — book well in advance (we handle this for you).
- Wear neutral, earth-toned clothing and carry binoculars and a zoom lens.
- Open jeeps are cold on winter mornings — bring warm layers.