Set on a plateau dominated by tropical forests, deep ravines and cascading waterfalls, Panna National Park provides an irresistible allure for wildlife lovers. The reserve lies close to the world-renowned temples of Khajuraho (World Heritage Site). So, here’s an opportunity to explore the ancient temples and admire the rich wildlife of the region.

Panna is predominantly an open forest, offering great opportunity for wildlife viewing. The Ken River, which flows through the Reserve from south to north, is the home to the highly endangered Long-snouted Crocodile (Gharial) and Marsh Crocodile (Mugger) and other aquatic fauna. It is one of the important perennial rivers of Madhya Pradesh and is truly the life-line of the reserve. It offers some of the most spectacular scenery while it meanders for about 55 km. through the Reserve. Driving through the undulating land and plateaus is an experience in itself.

More than 300 species of birds have been sighted in Panna and Ken region including Indian Peafowl, Greylag Goose, Red Crested Pochard, Black-rumped Flameback, Stork-billed Kingfisher, Sirkeer Malkoha, Eurasian Eagle Owl, Painted Sandgrouse, Red-headed Vulture, Crested Serpent Eagle, Little Heron, Black Stork, Ultramarine Flycatcher, to name a few.

In cheering news for wildlife enthusiasts, a tigress brought to Madhya Pradesh’s Panna National Park last year has given birth to three cubs. The good news comes exactly a year after the reserve was declared without any tigers. The state government’s tiger rehabilitation program in Panna has proved to be a great success. The tigress brought from Bandhavgarh National Park has been spotted with three healthy cubs. Join us as we explore one of the less visited wilderness rich areas of India.