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Panna National Park Safari Booking

Booking a safari at Panna National Park is simple and can be done online. You can pick from core zones like Madla and Hinouta, or explore buffer zones such as Jhinna and Harsa. Safaris are available in both morning and evening slots. It’s a good idea to book your safari a few weeks early to get your preferred zone and time. Don’t forget to carry the same ID used at the time of booking when you visit. Booking online helps save time and gives you more choices.

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Best Time to Visit Panna National Park

Season Months Description
Best Time November to March Pleasant weather, good animal sightings
Open Season October to June Safari available, hot in summer (April–June)
Closed Season July to September Park remains closed during monsoon

Best Time to Visit Panna National Park

Season Months Description
Best Time November to March Pleasant weather, good animal sightings
Open Season October to June Safari available, hot in summer (April–June)
Closed Season July to September Park remains closed during monsoon

Safari Zones & Entry Gates (Core Zones)

Core Zone Name Entry Gate Highlights
Madla Zone Madla Gate Most popular, near Khajuraho, tiger sightings
Hinouta Zone Hinouta Gate Rocky area, sloth bears, leopards, waterfalls

Buffer Zones & Entry Gates

Buffer Zone Name Entry Gate Special Features
Jhinna Zone Jhinna Gate Night safari, local camp experiences
Harsa Zone Harsa Gate Night safari, peaceful zone
Akola Zone Akola Gate Less crowded, mixed core-buffer zone
Khajurikudar Zone Khajurikudar Gate New zone, developing for wildlife tourism

Panna National Park Safari Booking Guide

Panna National Park is a popular wildlife destination in Madhya Pradesh, perfect for those who love nature and animals. The park is known for its tigers, leopards, deer, crocodiles, and many species of birds. If you’re planning a jungle safari here, this guide will give you all the important information about the best time to go, safari zones, entry points, and how to book your safari easily.

Flora & Fauna of Panna Tiger Reserve

Panna Tiger Reserve has a rich mix of plants and animals. The forest mostly has dry deciduous trees such as teak, mahua, tendu, and bamboo. Near the Ken River, you’ll also see grasses, shrubs, and green riverbank vegetation. This healthy greenery gives food and shelter to many herbivores and attracts various birds and small creatures.

While the reserve is well known for its tiger population, visitors may also spot leopards, nilgai, chinkara, sambar deer, wild dogs, and even sloth bears. Near water areas, you might see crocodiles and snakes. The park is also a good place for bird lovers, with more than 200 types of birds like vultures, kingfishers, eagles, and the paradise flycatcher. The mix of trees, open lands, and rivers makes it a perfect space for wildlife to thrive.

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General Information

  • Location: Panna and Chhatarpur districts, Madhya Pradesh

  • Nearest Airport: Khajuraho (about 25 km)

  • Nearest Railway Station: Khajuraho and Satna

  • Best Time to Visit: November to March

  • Safari Entry Gates: Madla, Hinouta (Core Zones), Jhinna, Harsa, Akola (Buffer Zones)

  • Safari Type: Jeep safari (Morning & Evening), Night Safari (Buffer only)