10 Places to Visit in Madhya Pradesh for Wildlife Experiences

India is dotted with such places where wildlife tours can be enjoyed but the state of Madhya Pradesh offers all the treasures of experiencing wildlife adventures. The state is praised for its admirable range of flora and fauna and wildlife sanctuaries. There are numerous national parks and sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh where several rare species can be spotted. During your visit to these places, encounter wildlife animals like tigers, leopards, gaurs, deer and different of species of reptiles and birds.

Get more information about national parks and wildlife sanctuaries of Madhya Pradesh. Here is the list of wildlife sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh.

Bandhavgarh National Park

Spread at Vindhya Hills in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the most exotic wildlife destinations in India that has outstanding green aura and that mainly comprises of Sal Trees. This sprawling national park is spread over a land of 437 square km. the main attraction of this park is 25 resident tigers. The park also features a collection of birds that can’t be found anywhere else in India. 

Best Time to Visit: February-June (Closed 1 July-15 October)

The safari timings in Bandhavgarh National Park are:

Panpatha Wildlife Sanctuary

Panpatha Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. It is located in the proximity to the famous Bandhavgarh National Park. It is home to various ranges of flora and fauna and also inhabited by different species of animals and plants. Tigers are the main appeal of this sanctuary and various other animals like jackals, chital, sambhar, blue bull and porcupine can be also spotted in this sanctuary. A different variety of birds also live here.

Best Time to Visit: October to June. Panpatha Wildlife Sanctuary remains open from 1 October to 30 June. Safari booking starts 120 Days before.

The safari timings in Panpatha Wildlife Sanctuary are

Morning Safari: 6:30 am - 10:30 am

Afternoon Safari: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Kanha National Park

Kanha National Park is not only a popular wildlife sanctuary of Madhya Pradesh but one of the most sanctuaries of India. The biggest success of this park lays its contribution of saving several endangered wildlife species that were about to be lost. The park safeguards the different species of wildlife and takes several meticulous measures to preserve the overall protection of its flora, fauna and avifauna. The rare sights of wildlife, natural atmosphere and abundance of greenery at this park inspired the Rudyard Kipling for writing his classic novel 'Jungle Book'.

Best Time to Visit:

1. 15 November to 15 February: Sunrise to 12:00 Noon and 3:00 PM to Sunset

2. 16 February to 30 April: Sunrise to 12:00 Noon and 4:00 PM to Sunset

3. 1 May to 30 June: Sunrise to 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM to Sunset

Pench National Park

Situated within the Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh, Pench National Park is one of the great appeals of the state. The name of the park is kept on the Pench River. You can see tigers easily around the Pench River. There are 25 tigers found in this park. It is a home to 39 species of mammals, 13 species of reptiles, 3 species of amphibians and more than 170 varieties of birds.

Best Time to Visit:

The park remains open from 16 October to 31st June. November to February is the best time to visit Pench National Park.

The safari timings in Pench National Park are

November to February:  7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM

March to June: 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Panna National Park

Situated in Chahatarpur and Panna district of Madhya Pradesh, Panna Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular Tiger Reserve of India. The place enjoys major tourist arrival due to its unique charm as far as its wildlife variety is concerned. The park also features more than 200 species of birds and enjoys wide variety of flora and fauna. You can spot here all kinds of wildlife animals.

Best Time to Visit:

October to February is the best time to visit Panna National Park.

The safari timings in Panna National Park are

6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Karera Wildlife Sanctuary

Karera Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. It is certainly a paradise for bird-watchers as it is home to an entire range of avian creatures. You can spot here the very rare Indian Bustard. It also provides refuge to about more than 250 different species of birds like Herons, Indian Robins, Pintails, Gadwalls, Indian Gazelle and Teals. Several water birds can be also spotted here.

Best Time to Visit: November to March

Singhori Wildlife Sanctuary

Spread over a total area of 288 km², Singhori Wildlife Sanctuary is home to several wonderful hills, plateau, valleys, forests and plains. It is one of the places to experience wildlife in Madhya Pradesh. Along with being a wildlife sanctuary, it also features attractions like Choukigarh Fort, Bhandariya Temple and the Caves of Jamgarh.

Best Time to Visit: October to March

Satpura National Park

Satpura National Park is another scenic national park in Madhya Pradesh. It is an amazing place for the adventure and animal lovers. You can spot here animals like Deer, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Sambhar, Four Horned Antelopes, Porcupine, Smooth Otter etc. This is an ideal place to enjoy actual wildlife away from hums and buzz of other wildlife destinations.

Best Time to Visit: November to March

The safari timings in Satpura National Park are:

Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary

Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary is the home of endangered Asiatic Lions and one among the most renowned wildlife sanctuaries of Madhya Pradesh. Spread over a huge area of land, it is a hidden magical gem in Vindhyan Hills and a safe retreat for a huge number of flora and fauna. The calm wilderness and the serene rivers make this place appear amazing. Last year, Madhya Pradesh Forest Department notified Kuno as national park. Now, it is known Kuno National Park.

Best Time to Visit: October to March

The jungle safari timings in Kuno National Park are:

6:00 AM to 9:30 AM in the morning and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the evening

Ghatigaon Wildlife Sanctuary

Ghatigaon Wildlife Sanctuary is among the most stunning wildlife sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh. Located in the Gwalior district of the state, it features various flora and fauna. It is also known as the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary due to protecting various species. The sanctuary is home to different varieties of flowers like Khair, Murjan, Palash, Seja, Dhawada, Royenja, Ghote, Beweg, Dhaman, Salai, Heans and Katli. The sanctuary is also a home to the blackbuck, chital, monkey, wolf, blue bull, wild boar, fox and hyena. 

Undoubtedly, these wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of Madhya Pradesh bring the beautiful opportunity to observe the wildlife closely. Most of these parks are provided with latest amenities like jeep safaris and excellent lodging options. This is the reason of the increment of the tourist traffic at these places. Have you ever thought of watching a tiger very closely? If yes, this idea of yours can ever become a reality during visit to these parks