Established in 1936, Corbett National Park holds the prestigious title of being the first national park in India dedicated solely to tiger conservation. This sprawling reserve encompasses dense forests, grasslands, and marshlands, providing a perfect habitat for hundreds if tigers. The park is also home to a lot of other wildlife species, including leopards, elephants, and over 500 species of birds.
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Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Ranthambore National Park, nestled in the Aravalli Hills of Rajasthan, is a renowned tiger reserve known for its success story in tiger conservation. Once on the brink of extinction, the park’s tiger population has thrived due to dedicated conservation efforts. Today, it boasts one of the highest densities of tigers in India, making it a prime location for tiger safaris. Apart from tigers, the park has leopards, sloth bears, hyenas and many bird species.
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Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Bandhavgarh National Park, located in the Vindhya Hills of Madhya Pradesh, is a paradise for wildlife lovers. This park is known for its picturesque landscape of hills, valleys, and dense forests, providing a beautiful backdrop for spotting tigers. Bandhavgarh boasts a healthy population of royal Bengal tigers. The park is a favourite among wildlife photographers due to the frequent sightings of tigers and the park’s open meadows that offer unobstructed views.
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Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Immortalised by Rudyard Kipling’s classic novel “The Jungle Book,” Pench National Park offers a glimpse into the wild heart of India. Located at the confluence of two rivers, Pench National Park is known for its diverse terrain, ranging from lush green forests to meadows and grasslands. This beautiful park has several Bengal tigers, along with leopards, sloth bears, wild boars and rare species of birds.
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Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Kanha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a haven for wildlife in the heart of Madhya Pradesh. This beautiful park is known for its lush green forests, meadows and freshwater lakes, creating a perfect habitat for more tigers. Kanha is also known for its barasingha, with herds often spotted grazing in the meadows.
