Panna National park

Panna National Park is located in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, at a distance of approximately 57 km from Khajuraho. The region, known for its diamond industry, is also home to some of the greatest wildlife species in India and is one of the renowned Tiger Reserves in the country. The park is famous worldwide for its wild cats, including tigers as well as deer and antelope. Due to its proximity to one of the best-known Indian tourist attraction in India, Khajuraho, the park is known as an exciting stopover destination. The climate of the region is tropical. Summers, somewhat fiery, are when one has the highest chances of meeting the exclusive wildlife of this park. Winters are cold and comfortable and the temperature generally stays under 25°C. Monsoon touches this region in July and continues till mid-September.

Wildlife Attractions in Panna National Park

Mammals Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), the king of the jungle, roams freely in this safe, though a bit small habitat along with his fellow beings - leopard (Panthera pardus), wild dog (Cuon alpinus), wolf (Canis lupus), hyaena (Hyaena hyaena), caracal (Felus caracal) and other smaller cats. Sloth bear has his most preferred home in the rock escarpments and calm vales. The wooded areas are dotted with sambar, the largest of Indian deers, chital and chowsingha. One can well see nilgai and chinkara in most open areas in the grasslands, especially on the borders.

Avifauna The avifauna comprises more than 200 species, as well as a host of migratory birds. One can see white necked stork, bareheaded goose, honey Buuzzard, King vulture, Blossom headed Parakeet, Paradise flycatcher, Slaty headed Scimitar babbler among others.

Reptiles Variety of snakes, in addition to the python and other reptiles are found here.

Flora Attractions Dry and hot climate, alongwith shallow Vindhyan soils has given rise to dry Teak and dry mixed forest. The primary vegetation type is diversified dry deciduous forest inter spread with grassland areas. Other main forest types are riverines, open grasslands, open woodlands with tall grasses and thorny woodlands. The typical floral species of this area feature tree species such as Tectona grandis, Diospyros melanoxylon, Madhuca indica, Buchnania latifolia, Anogeissus latifolia, Anogeissus pendula, Lannea coromandelica, Bosswelia serrata etc.

Safaris There are no jeeps provided by the authorities, so you will have to rent your own jeep for a safari into the park. An hour-long boat ride offered by the park authorities is a good chance to catch a glance of water predators and other animals near the lake. Elephant safari is one of your best bets to spot a striped beast up close. A major attraction is the night safari at Gangau offered by the Ken River Lodge. Safari Timings are 6:30 to 10:30 AM & 2:30 to 5:30 PM.

Other Attractions Panna is known for its diamond mining industry and this makes it an engaging place to visit. Pandav falls is also a major attraction with its lake that is fed by a waterfall. Another charm of this region is the Rajgarh Palace, an extraordinary piece of architecture overlooking the valley.