Madhya Pradesh National Parks That Are A Must For All Wildlife Enthusiasts

Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state in India by area, and has a very diverse topography. Its wild terrains are also home to wildlife species that are every enthusiasts’ dream. If you, like us, are into forests and all things wild and are keen to go on an adventure like no other, these are our favourite national parks and reserves in the state.

Here, taking you close to Madhya Pradesh’s wild side.

Kanha Tiger Reserve and National Park is the largest national parks in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is spread over a massive 940 sq km and is home to species including sloth bear, Bengal tiger, leopards, bisons, barasinghas and more.

While people usually visit it for tiger spotting, barasinghas are a highlight here. The species was nearing extinction and their reintroduction in the wild is largely attributed to exemplary work by the authorities and experts at Kanha. Of course, the species is beautiful to look at!

Kuno National Park shot to fame in September 2022, as India saw re-introduction of the species after it went extinct, on record, in 1947. Now, there are reports that Kuno is set to introduce special cheetah safaris for enthusiasts.


Other than cheetahs, Kuno is also home to Indian wolves, jackals, Indian crested porcupine and more.

Bandhavgarh is famed for its large royal Bengal tiger population, and the chances of a sighting are very high here. Other species that have made it a home are leopards, deers, white tigers, and a very stunning variety of birds as well. When here, you can also visit the majestic Bandhavgarh Fort.

Leopards are the main lure at Pench, but there is a lot more to watch out for! Of course, it is also home to Bengal tigers and is visited by wildlife lovers and photographers not just from India but from all over the world. A variety of deer can be easily spotted at Pench. The park is also rich in fauna, and nature lovers can have a gala time here.

From chinkaras to sambar to nilgai to Bengal tigers, Panna has it all. Other than these, 200 bird species have made Panna their home and it’s a great love of ornithologists. It also is home to four other species of cats in addition to the Bengal tiger – leopards, jungle cats, rusty spotted cat and caracal.

Satpura National Park boasts of immensely rich biodiversity; other than the big animals, such as tigers and leopards, this is also the place to watch black bucks, porcupines, flying squirrels, Indian giant squirrels and the very elusive mouse deer.​