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Dazzling Panna

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• Ghariyal, a huge reptile found only in the Indian Subcontinent, can be spotted at Ken Ghariyal Sanctuary
• Spot one of the highest waterfalls of India here
• Awarded best maintained national park of India in 2007 by Ministry of Tourism of India
• Was under the hold of founded by Maharaja Chhatrasal
• Out of the nine vulture species found in India, seven species are found in Panna.

While many of us are obsessed with tiger sightings, Panna National Park boasts of seven different species of vultures. Panna tiger reserve is an ideal place to spot these in their natural habitat. You will also come across a variety of flira and fauna here.

Panna has the amazing superpower to, both, calm you and thrill you! The royal past of this destination dates back to mid of 17th Centuary AD, when it became the capital of Maharaja Chhatrasal's kingdom.

For online Safari Booking at Panna National Park Click here To know more details about the Panna tiger reserve and places to visit in Panna visit the District Tourism Promotion Council websie : https://panna.nic.in/en/tourism /

Safari Booking: https://forest.mponline.gov.in For more details visit District Tourism Promotion Council website : https://panna.nic.in/en/tourism/

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Stronghold of the Chandela dynasty, this fort is perfect for the patrons of history buffs.?

Housing the idol of Shri Baldeoji in black shaligrami stone, this temple is built in Paladian style.

You can spot several migratory birds while you enjoy a lazy sail on the Ken river

Located at the bank of Ken river , it has colourful sandstone and granite.

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Panna Tiger Reserve

Panna is the twenty second Tiger Reserve of India and fifth in Madhya Pradesh . The Reserve is situated in the Vindhyan Ranges and spreads over Panna and Chattarpur districts in the north of the state.  

Panna National Park was created in 1981. It was declared a Project Tiger Reserve by Government of India in 1994. The National Park consists of areas from the former Gangau Wildlife Sanctuary created in 1975. This sanctuary comprised of territorial forests of the present North and South Panna Forest Division to which a portion of the adjoining Chhatarpur forest division was added later. The reserved forests of the Park in Panna district and some protected forests on Chhatarpur side were the hunting preserves of the erstwhile rulers of Panna, Chhatarpur and Bijawar princely states in the past.

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Over 200 species of birds, rare endangered vulture species, Royal Bengal Tigers and the menacing gharial, a wildlife safari in Panna National Park has unlimited excitement and thrill in store for you!

Sure, spotting the Royal Bengal Tiger is a convincing reason to visit Panna National Park, as there are around 35 of them in all. But here’s a reason that is even more convincing. The Park is home to different species of rare and endangered vultures, who use it as their nesting and breeding grounds. These vultures are not seen anywhere else in India. That is special, because, do you remember the last time you spotted a vulture, let alone so many vultures at one place?

Panna National Park is located in the Vindhya Hill in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh . The national park, with an area of 542.67 square kilometres, stretches across the districts of Panna and Chhatarpur. At one point in time, these forests served as the hunting grounds for rulers of neighbouring princely states like Bijawar and Chhatarpur.

The Park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1981, and the 22nd tiger reserve of India in 1993. It was also awarded the Award of Excellence in 2007 by the Ministry of Tourism, for being the best maintained national park in India. In 2020, the park was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and it was recognised as a critical tiger habitat.

The Park is also special in many other ways. Gharial, an enormous reptile found exclusively in the Indian subcontinent, can be spotted at Panna at the Ken Gharial Sanctuary, located at the bank of the River Ken. The River Ken, which flows throughout the reserve, is a tributary of the River Yamuna. One of the highest waterfalls in India, Pandava Falls, which falls from a height of almost 98 feet to join the River Ken, is also situated here, and is a major tourist attraction.

A wildlife safari in Panna Tiger Reserve offers you the opportunity of spotting several endangered species of animals including leopard and chinkara, and exotic animals like nilgai, sloth bear and sambar in their natural habitat. Bird lovers also have a lot to look forward to, as the park houses more than 200 species of birds. The flora of the park is described as dynamic dry deciduous forest, which undergoes a transformation from lush green during the monsoons to desolate dry grey in the summers.

The richness of Panna National Park is present in both its flora and fauna. The different kinds of fauna found in the park are mammals, birds and reptiles.

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Fauna in Panna National Park

There are two main predators in the park, the Royal Bengal Tiger and the wolf. Other mammals found are nilgai, chital, chinkara, leopard, sloth bear, four horned antelope, rusty spotted cat, hare, porcupine, and wild dog, just to name a few.

There are over 200 species of birds in the park, including a wide variety of migratory birds. Some of the birds which you can expect to see during a wildlife safari are white necked stork, honey buzzard, bar headed goose, blossom headed parakeet and paradise flycatcher.

The prime bird spotting attraction however, can be said to be the sighting of the various species of vultures. The terrain of Panna is perfectly suited to the breeding & nesting of highly endangered vultures. Some of the species of vultures which have been recorded in Panna are long billed vulture, white backed vulture, Egyptian Vulture and Red Headed Vulture.

Among the reptiles, the gigantic python and gharial, which is the largest of all crocodile species, are present in impressive numbers.

Flora in Panna National Park

The flora of Panna Tiger Reserve consists of dry teak and dry mixed forest, which are the only kinds of vegetation supported by the dry & hot climate combined with the shallow Vindhyans soil. Vast plateaus and gorges dot the landscape of Panna National Park, while its topography can be divided into three different tablelands, which are the upper Talgaon Plateau, middle Hinata Plateau and Ken Valley.

Some of the trees which can be commonly spotted are tendu, saja, mahua, bel, seja mahua and achar. The dominant vegetation type is miscellaneous dry deciduous forest scattered with grassland areas. The landscape is also dotted with open grasslands, riverines, thorny woodlands and open woodlands with tall grasses.

Safari Timings in Panna National Park

The wildlife safari timings of Panna National Park change with the season, excluding the monsoons, when it remains closed. The timings of the park, according to the seasons, are mentioned below.

Summer Season (April to June)

• Morning : 05:30 AM to 9:30 AM
• Evening : 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Winter Season (December to March)

• Morning: 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM
• Evening: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

Q. what is the best time to visit panna national park.

The best time to explore the wildlife in Panna National Park is from December to March. The weather during this time is pleasant and comfortable, since it’s the winter season in India. After March begins the summer season, when it gets really hot. However, summer is also a good time to visit the park, as there are increased opportunities of spotting wild animals, since they visit the waterholes to quench their thirst. During the monsoon season, which starts from July and lasts till September, the park remains closed.

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Trust us when it comes to planning an exciting wildlife safari filled with action, thrill and adventure. Book your wildlife safari to Panna Tiger Reserve with us, as we assure you complete satisfaction. We have the expertise to ensure that during your wildlife tour to Panna, you get to spot the various wild animals with our expert guide and driver, and have the time of your life. Our safari booking procedure is also extremely easy and user friendly.

Q. What are the popular safari zones in Panna National Park?

There are two main safari tourist zones in Panna National Park, Madla and Hinauta, which are also the entry zones. Of these two safari zones, Madla is situated close to Khajuraho Group of Temple, at a distance of almost 25 kilometers. Hinauta zone is located quite far. You can also enjoy a boat ride on the River Ken, on the banks of which is located the Ken Gharial Sanctuary.

Q. Where to stay in Panna National Park?

There are several accommodation options that you can choose from during your visit to Panna National Park, depending on your preferences and budget. These options include tents, huts, dormitory beds and private rooms. There are hotels and resorts ranging from budget to luxury options. You can stay at one of the luxury hotels if you want a luxurious stay, many of which are located close to Khajuraho.

You can also select from the wide range of mid-range hotels and resorts that offer a satisfactory staying experience with their impressive amenities and services. The budget hotels are also a staying option, as you can enjoy a decent stay within your budgetary means.

Since many of the hotels, hotels & other staying options are located close to the Panna National Park, you also feel the unprecedented thrill of being in the middle of all the action, and the entire experience becomes even more memorable!

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Panna tiger reserve madhya pradesh – an ultimate wildlife travel guide.

Panna National Park is a kingdom of enchanting wilderness in Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the most popular wildlife attractions in India. Not only it is scenically rich with eye enchanting vistas such as indigenous colorful rocks, serene waters of Ken River, the mesmerizing Vindhya Ranges, and soothing high waterfalls but also it is rich in floral and faunal species. Its ambiance is so soothing that within a moment the healing touch of nature will calm your tired spirit. It also holds a great universal value as it is declared as a UNESCO World heritage Site in 2020. Why Not? No one can doubt its sheer magnificence, the pristine beauty and the most thrilling wildlife experience when it comes to Wildlife tourism in India. In Panna National Park, you will get a spine-tingling sensation when you see the wild animals roaming in front of you. Also, nearby tourist destinations such as Khajuraho are also the prime crowd-pulling factors that make Panna National Park an ideal place to visit during your wildlife holiday in India.

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Panna Tiger Reserve Safari Timings

Winter Season Safari Timings (October to February)

Summer Season Safari Timings (March to September)

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Best Time to Visit Panna Tiger Reserve: Know Before You Go

Summer in Panna National Park remains dry and humid and the temperatures go up to 45℃ but, even though it may seem quite unpleasant, it is rather a great time for tiger spotting and sighting of other animals. It so happens that the River Ken passes through the national park and serves a great purpose to the animals and perhaps wildlife photographers too.

Winter, however, is the best tourism season to witness the wildlife at Panna National Park. The months between November and January can help experience a mild climate and get an opportunity to witness rare feathered creatures by going on a birdwatching tour.

However, the extended months between October and May often receive a bunch of wildlife explorers and it is considered to be the best time to travel.

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How to Reach Panna Tiger Reserve?

Panna National Park is one of India’s best wildlife destinations and it sits between two districts of Madhya Pradesh, Panna, and Chhatarpur. With an approx distance of 95 – 100 kilometers from the land of the Kamasutra, Khajuraho, this national park provides a perfect place to visit to have a wildlife tour.

Panna National Park in Madhya Pradesh can be easily accessed via roadways from Khajuraho Airport (92 km). You can either hire a taxi or perhaps request the hotel where you reserved your stay for an airport pick up service.

However, if you happen to travel by train, you can deboard at Jhansi Junction which is 257 km to Panna and call for a pickup or get on a prepaid taxi for your onward journey.

Note: The most preferred train ride to Jhansi is any Sampark Kranti Express.

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Top Things to Do in Panna Tiger Reserve

Venture Into the Realm of Opulent Wildlife and Enjoy Spine Chilling Wildlife Safari

As you pass by the old Teak Forest of Panna, such supreme feeling you’d get, without doubt, you will feel like you are enjoying a never-ending holiday. This wildlife destination of India is one of the best national parks located in Madhya Pradesh and it is home to rich avifauna, reptiles, and mammals.

Here the wild species such as wolf, wild dog, hyena, caracal, sloth bears, chinkaras, sambhar and also the big cats like the royal tigers, leopard, and cheetahs can be seen.

The floral species of Panna National Park will also rejuvenate one’s spirit and provide ample scope for nature photography. The prominent floral species are Bel, Mahua, Amla, Kullu, Achar, Salai, Saja, Tendu, etc.  One must not miss Panna’s 200 avifauna species that include species like a bareheaded goose, king vulture, honey buzzard, paradise flycatcher, blossom headed parakeet and white necked stork.

Wildlife Jungle safari is one of the best things to do in Panna National Park, which has three different regions with Madla and Hinauta being the two main entrances to the park. The Madla Region is more convenient for hiring a guide and a jeep, it also provides a greener patch of land serving home to some herbivore mammals. The Hinauta Region is quite the opposite, it is rocky and dry, but a perfect place for tiger sighting as well as spotting of leopards; sloth bears can also be found.

Note: Most Panna National Park safaris start from Madla and jeep rentals as well as guides are available here.

Spot and Capture in the Lens the Gorgeous Feathered Creatures and Exotic Animals

The serene River Ken in Panna National Park is an ideal spot for birdwatching, in fact, most of the animals can be seen here including reptiles. One of the top tourist activities in Panna is boat safari in Ken River and watching beautiful migratory birds. It is, in fact, one of the best ways to enjoy wildlife holidays in Panna. The prominent bird species of Panna National Park are Bar Headed Goose, Honey Buzzard, White Neck Stork, Quail, Bulbul, Indian Scimitar Babbler, Blossom Headed Parakeet, King Vulture and Paradise Flycatcher etc.

Indulge in Nature Photography

Photography, unsaid, is one of the best activities that can be enjoyed in the Panna Biosphere Reserve. Apart from the exotic animals and birds, the park is home to the gorgeous landscape as well which obviously endows photography enthusiasts with a lot of opportunity to capture some stunning shots.

Know Where to Crash After a Thrilling Day

There are a few accommodation options near Panna National Park and each of the resorts offer an authentic wildlife ambience setting. If you want to stay in a wilder yet soothing surrounding, check out Ken River Lodge that overlooks the Ken River, this lodge is also known as a Tree House.

For an unforgettable and luxe wildlife holiday, the Taj Safaris Pashan Garh is an ideal place to stay to have a comfortable vacation amid the wild. Panna Tiger Resort is another interesting accommodation to choose from other given options that provide a couple of separate cottages as well as tented accommodations, now this is adventurous! Besides that, Panna National Park has other nearby accommodations as well, you can check out for more options on their official page of Panna National Park.

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Places of Interest Around Panna National Park

During your visit to Panna National Park, you can also explore other tourist attractions located in and around the park and they are just enough to keep you occupied all day.

Khajuraho: Visit the Land of Erotic Sculptures, Several Legends and the Majestic Waterfall

Even if you plan to visit Panna, your travel plans will ultimately bring you to the temple complex town of Khajuraho. This is amongst the best travel destinations to visit near Panna that is mainly famed for its erotic sculptures. Here, you can spend an entire day exploring the Nagara style of architecture and admiring the detailed work of art sculpted on the temple walls.

Distance: 94 kms from Panna National Park

Ken Gharial Sanctuary: Sight the Exotic Gharials and Learn a Trick or Two to Conserve Them

Your wildlife holiday in Madhya Pradesh is not complete until you visit the Ken Gharial Sanctuary located adjoining the forest of Panna National Park. This sanctuary is home to a rare long-mouthed species of crocodile (Alligators) but it also has other animals like sambar deer, blue bull, and wild boar. This sanctuary is a part of Gharial Conservation and it overlooks the gharial ecosystem. It is a must not miss place if you truly want to have a great wildlife experience around Panna Biosphere Reserve.

Ajaygarh Fort: Visit the Pride of the Vindhya Hills

From amongst the places to visit in and around Panna, Ajaygarh Fort is a definite must visit if you love history and ruins. Elevated to a height of 688 meters, this fort sits alone on a hilltop alongside the bordering range of Vindhya Hills and a stunning sight of the river Ken. There is plenty to explore inside the fort, so make sure you plan accordingly and it is located around 36 km from Panna National Park.

Distance: 36 kms from Panna National Park

Raneh Falls: Watch the Ken River Cascade Majestically

This waterfall, Raneh, certainly is one of the top tourist attractions located in the reserve area of Panna and it has a 30-meter-deep fall. It offers such a splendor sight, a visit here can’t be missed, also the 5 km long canyon just adds a beauty to the waterfall. Another feature of this place is that during rainy days, a series of waterfalls can be seen gushing down the cliff. This is a sight worth watching.

Distance: 90 kms from Panna National Park

Mahamati Prannathji Temple: Satiate Your Spiritual Side

One of the most important pilgrimage destinations that is adorned in an architectural style of both Hindu and Muslim, Mahamati Prannathji Temple is one of the places to visit near Panna. Its main attraction is the temple itself, a beautiful circular building along with nine marble domes is a sight to see! Mahamati Prannathji Temple is separated into six parts, Shri Khijada Mandir, Shri Gummatji, Shri Sadguru Mandir, Shri Bangalaji, Shri Chopada Mandir and Shri Baijurajji Mandir.

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Whether you are traveling with kids on a family holiday or with friends, this national park serves the best wildlife experience. So, make some space in your to-do-list and bookmark Panna National Park as your next wildlife holiday destination. And if any assistance is needed, you can find us at [email protected] or +91-9212777224. Tour My India provides best tour packages to Madhya Pradesh that can also be tailored according to your budget and for more similar wildlife tours or other holiday ideas, you can visit our website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is panna tiger reserve famous.

Panna National Park is very famous for thrilling Wildlife Safari. Tourists from all over the world come here to see wild Tigers and other animals.

When is Panna National Park listed in UNESCO World heritage list?

Panna National Park was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2020.

What are the safari timings in Panna Tiger Reserve?

Panna Tiger Reserve Morning Safari Timings- Sunrise to 11:00 AM and Afternoon Safari Timings- 3:00 PM to Sunset

When does Panna National Park Open & Closed for tourists?

Generally, Panna Tiger Reserve opens on 1st October and closes on 30th June every year.

What is the distance between Khajuraho & Panna?

Distance between Khajuraho and Panna is around 29km.

Which is the best time to plan wildlife safari holidays to Panna Tiger Reserve?

Winter time is the best time to plan Wildlife Safari in Panna Tiger Reserve. However, if you want to spot tigers then summers are also best as they feel thirsty and come near water bodies.

How are the accommodation facilities for tourists in and around Panna Tiger reserve?

You will get amazing accommodation options around Panna Tiger Reserve. From budget stay to luxury resorts there is no dearth of accommodation options in Panna.

Are there any stay options inside Panna Tiger Reserve?

Yes, there are stay options inside Panna Tiger Reserve.

How to book Panna National Park Safari?

Tour My India caters to all the booking and travel needs for an amazing Panna National Park wildlife safari Tour.

Published: 08 Feb, 2022

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Panna National Park

Introduction.

Panna National Park is part of Panna tiger reserve of India. It was declared a tiger reserve in 1994 as the 22nd tiger reserve of India and fifth in Madhya Pradesh state. The park is situated in Panna and Chhatarpur districts of Indian central state Madhya Pradesh. This forest region is spread over Bundelkhand region on Vindhya range. It is the same range on which Bandhavgarh tiger reserve forest is spread. Vindhya range in Central India, moves from south-west to north-east direction, touching the starting point of Aravali range. Panna forest is also called Emerald forest of Central India and is known worldwide for its healthy population of leopards, sloth bears, tigers, deers, antelope, vultures, wolf, chinkara, cheetal and lots more. This region is substantially noticing attention for its diamond industry. Simple meaning of Panna is Emerald stone. thus it is often referred as Emerald forest of Central India. Being close to Khajuraho that is only 25 km away to the park, it can be very well visited clubbed with Khajuraho temple tour and enhance the tour experience. It has an area of 542.67 km2 (209.53 sq mi) which is vast enough to provide better comfort for wild species. The park has got the Award of Excellence in 2007 as the best maintained national park of India by the Ministry of Tourism of India, as it is notable that by 2009, forest department accomplished the aim to kick off poaching to the park. The connectivity of Panna Tiger Reserve with the other places and the condition of the roads are excellent, hence tourists from either abroad or the country feels this place a worth to visit. Though Tiger sightseeing are not very common here, one needs to be patients, getting glimpse of this big wild cat. The vegetation of this region is mixed with uneven terrain with scrubby vegetation and grass, rocky landscape gathered along with hundreds verities of trees and shrubs. One can explore Indian species of crocodiles like mugger and long snout gharial in the Ken River that flows from here toward the north harbors.

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History - evolution of a tiger reserve.

In past, Panna National Park foresst was private hunting preserve of erstwhile rulers of Panna, Chhatarpur & Bijawar states. It is part of Bundelkhand region, which is a rocky & arid region thus many historical buildings can be seen in this region. In 1975, Gangau wildlife sanctuary was created by comprising North & South Panna forest division. In year 1978, Gangau sanctuary was extended by inclusion of Chhatarpur Forest Division. Later in year 1981 Panna National Park was declared with inclusion of Gangau sanctuary with areas of Chhatarpur division. Panna National Park is a 22nd Tiger reserve of India and fifth in Indian central state of Madhya Pradesh, once this land was a private hunting land of the royal family of Panna until India’s independence, and then the park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1981. 0n 1994 this National park was upgraded into a Tiger Reserve with inclusion of some other wildlife sanctuary like Gangau WLS, Panna National Park & Ken Gharial wildlife sanctuary. Pandav caves in Panna is mentioned in the great epic of Hindus ‘Mahabharata’ that Pandavas spent a long time of their exile in this forest of Panna. In March 2009 two female tigers were brought here from Bandhavgarh National Park and Kanha National Park, however, when last male tiger disappeared, a committee took place to observe the reason of disappearance. Horrible result came out when in June 2009 it was officially announced that the Reserve, where had over 40 tigers six years ago, has no tiger left except to only two tigresses arrived here a while ago. In an instant being worried about of this debacle, Ministry of Environment and Forest taken a decision in June 2009, to relocate two tigers and two tigresses to the reserve. A young tiger male was moved from Pench Tiger Reserve but strayed out of the park shortly thereafter; in November 2009 It was brought back to the park about a month later. A tigress, translocated from Bandhavgarh National Park, gave birth to three cubs in April 2010. The second tigress, translocated from Kanha National Park gave birth to two cubs several months later. A third tigress was translocated to Panna from Kanha in March 2011. This re-introduction of tigers in Panna forest gave surprising result with consistent increase in tiger population in this tiger reserve. It is the result of these translocations that today Panna national park have healthy tiger population and thus tiger sighting index of Panna national park has increased. Almost daily tiger sighting information comes from safari guides which resulted into increase in tourism at this national park.

How to reach easily

Reaching Panna National Park is no tough task, there is several ways to get into this place, the conditions of the Roads which connects other major places to this Park, are very good. Here are three common ways to reach Panna National Park :-

Panna Taxi Service

For visiting Panna national park, tourists mostly arrives at Satna railway station or Khajuraho airport/railway station. In addition to this, during tour, many tourists reaches Panna national park from Bandhavgarh, Jabalpur, Jhansi, Orchha, Kundalpur, Chitrakoot, Lucknow, Kanpur etc. We offer car rental service for visiting Panna national park. Our taxi service is running in complete Central India. Our Panna car rental service offers taxi transfers from Panna to Khajuraho, Panna to Bandhavgarh, Jhansi to Panna national park, Orchha to Panna, Satna to Panna national park etc.

Jungle Safari Information

Just like other national parks of state, management of Panna National Park is also under Forest Department of Madhya Pradesh so safari rules are almost same as in Kanha national park & Bandhavgarh. Panna National Park is open (core zones) for visitors from 01-October to 30-June (dates may get changed by Forest Department). Being less crowded, route system and zone restrictions are not applicable here. It means while doing Panna jungle safari, tourists can move around any place, inside park without any worry to observe route system as we do in Bandhavgarh. It is possible to enter from one entrance gate and exit from other safari gate like if we enter from Hinota gate, then we may take exit from Madla safari gate. Here safari tickets are easily available on online and current basis. Their is no tough fight for getting safari tickets as less number of tourists are reaching this tiger reserve. Here two rounds of Jungle safaris are offered per day, one in morning & second one in late afternoon till evening. Night safari is possible in buffer zone. Like Kanha - Bandhavgarh national parks here we canter safari is still not available thus all the safaris are done on open jeep only. On every Wednesday, park remain closed for evening safari round . For doing jungle safari, all the visitors are mandatory to carry their original ID documents. For foreigner tourists, his/her active Passport is the only ID document. Panna National Park safari booking can be done online as well as from booking counter. While doing jungle safari, one can also have a chance to go for boating in Ken river for spotting long snouted gharials (Gavialis gangeticus) and other aquatic species. Jungle safari charges includes Entrance Ticket, Guide Fee & Vehicle Fee. Maximum 06 passengers are allowed to do safari in a single vehicle (excluding guide & driver). It is a scenic forest with golden grasslands. It is very nice for landscape photography. This forest is divided into plateaues like first plateau, second plateau and third plateau. We can explore first and second plateau forest only and third plateau is restricted for tourists. Presence of Ken river and deep gorges makes this forest different from other popular national parks of Central India. In addition to this, tourists have option to visit Pandav fall and undertake unique "Walk with Pardhis".

Panna Safari Timing

Here in Panna National Park, safari timing is basically begins 30 minutes before sunrise in Morning round duration is more than of Evening safari. As sunrise and sunset timing varies with season thus accordingly safari timings also changes with season. Here we have share safari timing as per our past experiences. Jungle safari timings are not permanent and changes as per change in sunrise and sunset timings. Thus given table is for limited period and you will find that with change in season, safari timing also get changed.

Wildlife at Panna Tiger Reserve

Forest of Panna National Park lies on Vindhya ranges in which Bandhavgarh national park forest area is also covered. Here forest are dense with vast grasslands on plateau with some scenic waterfalls. In mammals, this plateau top forest is popular for its tigers, leopards, sloth bear, sambar, chinkara sighting. Forest is much more scenic than Bandhavgarh tiger reserve and despite of being on same mountain range, vegetation is different. With re-introduction of tigers, Panna tiger reserve in on the track to revive its glory and justification to be called as genuine Tiger Reserve. New generation of Tigers is now flourishing successfully in forest and population is consistently increasing. In addition to forest area, one amazing adventure comes with river Ken which is passes through the Panna tiger reserve; it surrounds along greeneries and bird life also Indian species of crocodiles like mugger and long snout gharial in the Ken River that flows from here toward the north harbors. This river is a lifeline of the park as most of visitors enjoys boat ride along the course of the River, it is a best way to explore some aquatic life while floating over the water in the Park, the chances getting high of spotting Eurasian Eagle Owls who used to nest on river islands, Black Ibises basking, and scary marshy muggers (crocodiles) usually appears at the wet or dry bank of the River, sometimes half submerged. Many varieties of reptiles like pythons, king cobras are also present in the park to have a glance over them. Vultures sighting track record of this park is very good. We can identify almost 06 different species of vultures here. By going through this information, we can confidently say that Panna National Park offer variety in wildlife from mammals, birds to reptiles.

While doing the jungle safari in Panna Tiger Reserve, we can identify more than 22 distinguished mammal species . Tiger (Panthera tigris) is the top carnivore in the reserve with its nearest competitor Leopard (Panthera pardus). If we go by the history of Panna, it was under Bundela rulers and was a princely state. Forest was a private hunting reserve where hunting was taken as a sports with permission to kill 10 ft. or more long tigers. Killing of breeding females from carnivore & herbivores are prohibited by the order to State. Here popular forest ranges are Madla & Hinouta where animal distribution is good. These are the names of popular core zone safari entry gate, at considerable distance from each other. After translocation, tiger are mainly seen in Hinouta region where under rocky terrains they have good place to take shelter and survive. Here in Panna although tiger sighting is not good but one can enjoy good sighting of Sloth bear, Leopard(Panthera pardus), Chinkara(Gazella gazella), Nilgai (Blue bull), Hyena, Jackal etc. Hilly terrains and rocky surroundings offers good shelter and conditions for sloth beer. If we travel to Bhairon ghat, Sukwaha ghat and few more sites, we will find Rhesus monkey (Macaca multta). Wild Cat sighting is good in Bhadar & Badgadi stretch of Hinouta range and other wooden areas of park. Like Kanha National Park Indian Gaurs & Barasingha are not found in this forest areas. Earlier Black bucks are present in Panna forest but not seen since many years. While one can easily find out Indian deers, Chital and Chowsingha and chances even grow to spot dotted Sambar in wooden areas, Nilgai and Chinkara can be seen in most open areas in the grasslands, especially on the periphery. Here population of Nilgai & Sambhar is very good in compare to any other mammal species.

In Panna National Park there is more than 200 species of bird reported so far. This is also a host for a number of migratory birds during the winter season. Vulture sighting in Panna National Park is also great. Here one can notify about 06 rare species of vultures: Long Billed Vulture (Gyps indicus), White Backed Vulture (Gyps africanus), Asian King Vulture (Sarcogyps calvus), Himalayan Griffon Vulture (Gyps himalayensis), Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus), Eurasian Vulture (Aegypius monachus). Hilly & rocky terrains of Panna forest are more suitable for vultures to make nests. In addition to this, in winters (Nov-Jan) many migratory birds visits Panna forest and spend some times here. Important Panna national park birds are: Paradise Flycatcher, Pond Heron, White-necked Stork, Honey Buzzard, Slaty-headed Parakeet, Night Jar, Peafowls, Spotted Doves, Blossom-headed Parakeet, Bare-headed Goose, Lark, Pipit, Minivets, Partridges, Quails, Crested Serpent Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, Lesser Adjutant, Black drongo, Pied Myna, Bulbul, Indian Baya weaver, Crow Pheasants, Cuckoo, Kingfishers, Indian Roller, Brown Fish Owl etc. Presence of Ken river, ensures water availability, throughout the year.

The climate of the Panna National Park is tropical and in summer it hikes at the most like 41 °C. In union with shallow Vindhyan soils has given rise to dry Teak and dry mixed forest. The dominating vegetation type is miscellaneous dry deciduous forest inter spread with grassland areas. Other major forest types are reveries, open grasslands, open woodlands with tall grasses and thorny woodlands. The characteristic floral species of this area include tree species such as Tectona grandis, Diospyros melanoxylon, Madhuca Indica (Mahua), Buchnania latifolia, Anogeissus latifolia, Anogeissus pendula, Lannea coromandelica, Bosswelia serrata etc.

Climate and Weather

Park can be visited either in winter or in summer and the remaining time during the rainy season park remains closed due to heavy rain and no accessibility in the park.If you wish to visit the Park in the winters, which starts from mid of October and lasts till mid of February, it is recommend that winter can be sever during December to January as mercury dips below 5 °C, so getting a mild experience of the weather one should visit the park between mid of October to mid of December and between February to march. During February to March mercury hang around 32 °C to 35 °C which considered a best temperature time, as there is clear sky, better sighting of wild animals and mild breeze makes you notice it.

If you dare enough to visit Panna National Park in the summers so this can be little unpleasant due to being excessive hot, yet here is more chances to spot wild being and probability goes up to spotting tiger as water sources being dry up and other remaining sources like little ponds, lakes or Ken river attracts tiger, Chital and many other species to vent their thirstiness up. The mercury remains so flared in the month of May and June with the temperature of around 41 °C to 45 °C.

Best time to visit

Here monsoon rain starts from July and lasts till October, during this time river, lakes, small canals show their best flow volume of rainy water and some times over-flow also. During monsoon season, park remain closed as tracks inside park were not good enough to drive. Being close to evergreen site Khajuraho, it can be visited throughout the season when it is open for visitors. Best time to visit Panna National Park is from November to April during which climate remain good so that tourists can enjoy the Panna jungle safaris and boating in Ken river. Pandav cave is another attraction for visitors which remain open throughout the year for visitors and can be visited separately from jungle safari. During summers from April to June, rocky surroundings makes the region hot with severe heat waves which poses challenge but evening boating in Ken river makes a healing effect. Jungle safari with boating makes a good combination for tourists visiting Panna National Park. It can also be taken a excursion tour to Khajuraho or while staying in resort at Panna National Park, one can take excursion tour to Khajuraho.

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Panna is a town situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh and holds a lot of historical significance. A former Gond settlement, Panna is a small city in the heart of the country, which boasts of being the only city with diamond reserves. Panna is also most notably known for the Panna National Park which is a world heritage site and a significant initiative towards wildlife conservation in India.

Panna is also famous for the temple of Padmavatipuri Dham, which is a haven for devotees or the numerous intriguing stories of the Bundela rajas. Another reason that Panna is well-known is for the legend of the peripatetic sage Mahamati Prannath and his disciples, who on reaching Panna realized the message of the awakening of one's soul.

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Panna National Park

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About 196 kms away from the Bandhavgarh National Park, you can find the opportunity to visit another most famed national park in the state of Madhya Pradesh which is known as the Panna National Park. It is positioned in the lower southern hills of the Satpura ranges at the boundary of Madhya Pradesh, bordering Maharashtra, in Panna and Chattarpur districts.

The park was declared as one of the tiger reserves in India in 1994/95 and is placed under the protection of Project Tiger. By spreading across 542.67 km², this park is being recognized as 22nd Tiger Reserve of India. The park is being located at the most important position where the continuity of the forest belt, which starts from Cape Comorin in the south, is broken and beyond this the great Gangetic plains begin. This area is also the northernmost tip of the natural teak forests and the eastern most tip of the natural Kardhai.

Major Facts about Panna National Park:

Panna National Park is the major chunk of wildlife habitat along with the North and South Panna divisions. It also represents one of the major tiger reserves in the central Indian highlands of Madhya Pradesh along with the associated species. The forests of Panna National Park along with Ken Gharial Sanctuary brings the most important and fertile part of the watersides of River Ken. The park not only brings the conservati9n value but also have tremendous amounts of visitors witnessing at its zone for rich and diverse cultural, historical, religious wilderness and adventurous experiences. Apart from that Panna offers tremendous tourism budding as the park is very closely located to the ancient temple of Khajuraho, which has already gained tremendous fame in the international tourist destinations.

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Fast Facts about Panna:

• Total Area– 542.67 sq. km
• Longitude– 79°45 E to 80°09E
• Latitude– 24°27N to 24°46N
• Altitude– 211.2 meters (near Ken River, Compt. 228, Madla Range) to 540 meters (a hillock near Talgaon, Compt. 1340, Panna Range)
• Geographic Landmarks– located on either sides of the Ken River which flows from south to north through the Lower Vindhyan Formations inside the park.
• Rainfall– 1100 mm, average
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