Bandhavgarh National Park is in the Umaria district of Eastern Madhya Pradesh (Central India). It covers an area of 450 Square Kilometers and is known for its astonishingly varied flora and fauna. It is a home to more than 250 species of birds and 22 different species of mammals. The vegetation of Bandhavgarh National Park mostly includes tall grasslands and thick Sal forest.

Bandhavgarh National Park has three major zones named – Tala, Bamera and Magdi.

Among these the Tala zone attracts more tourists as it offers opportunities of sighting the tiger. The park authorities are now working to develop the Magdi Zone by creating more opportunities for the tourists to spot tigers.

Though the park is majorly inhabited by white tigers, it also provides shelter to several other Indian wild species like Cheetals, Langurs, Bison and Sambars. The beautiful woods of Bandhavgarh attract numerous tourists from all over the world. The park is at its best during the spring season.

Bandhavgarh National Park is mostly visited by the tourists from worldwide for the white royal predators.

It also has a huge list of other animals and birds that can be spotted in the park which includes Bengal Tigers, Nilgai, Sambar, Barking Deer, Gaur, Chausingha, Wild Boar, Chinkara, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Striped Hyena, the Asiatic Jackal, Bengal Fox, Ratel, Grey Mongoose, Jungle Cat, Spotted Deer, Dhole, Palm Squirrel, Small Indian Civet, Little Grebe and Bandicoot Rat.

The species of birds found abundantly are Egret, Sarus Crane, Adjutant, Crested Serpent Eagle, Black Kite, Black Vulture, Common Peafowl, Egyptian Vulture, Dove, Red Jungle Fowl, Indian Roller and Parakeet. Grey Hornbill, White Breasted Kingfisher and Common Teals are some other species of birds spotted in the park.

Various reptiles and species of lizard including Varanus are also found in the park.

The panoramic view of Bandhavgarh National Park’s landscape includes cliffs, 32 hills, plateaus and meadows. The lower slopes of the region have Sal and Bamboo forests. The higher hills of the park include high grasslands which are considered as the main vegetation of Bandhavgarh jungle.

The fertile riverbanks of Bandhavgarh have lush vegetation with about 300 species of flora.

• Drive slowly in the park without disturbing the wildlife.
• Keep to the specified roads and trails.
• Respect the wild animals and maintain a safe distance from them.
• Be seated in your vehicle as it is dangerous to get down at any points in the park.
• Do not get disappointed if you don’t see a tiger. There are many other interesting creatures that you will come across. Gather memories to cherish for the lifetime.
• Please remember that the park is not a zoo and you won’t see wildlife everywhere in the park.
• Keep the park pollution free. While you are inside the park please put your non-biodegradable litter (thin cans, plastic, glass bottle, metal foils etc.) into the bag provided and dispose it off when moving out of the park.
• Please attain the services of Nature Guides that is provided in the park for your benefit.
• Do not smoke or light campfires in the forest. Accidental fire can destroy this wonderful jungle in no time.

By Air

The nearest airports are the Khajuraho Civil Aerodrome (250 km) and the Jabalpur Airport (190 km). Both are well connected to major cities like Delhi, Indore, Hyderabad and Mumbai.

By Rail

The closest railway stations are Umaria (37 km), Katni (100 km), Jabalpur (190 km) and Khajuraho (250 km). These stations are well connected to major cities.

By Road

You can get to Bandhavgarh by state/private transport buses or by car/taxi from Umaria (37 km), Jabalpur (190 km), Katni (100 km) or Khajuraho (250 km).

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