Long weekends are a boon for young corporate professionals. If you get an off day on Monday or Friday and you reside in Nagpur, then make a plan to visit Kanha National Park for a thrilling as well as a relaxing retreat. Kanha National Park is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, which boasts a high-density tiger population. To be more exact, the forest reserve of Kanha stretches over two districts of Madhya Pradesh, Balaghat and Mandla. The residents from the neighbouring cities of these two districts have a perfect opportunity to spend a rejuvenating weekend at Kanha National Park.
How and When to Map Your Trip
Some prominent cities neighbouring Kanha National Park are Jabalpur, Seoni, Umaria, Raipur, Bilaspur and Nagpur. Reaching Kanha from all of these cities will not take more than 5 hours if travelling by your private vehicle, which makes Kanha the perfect getaway spot for weekends. Alternatively, reach Jabalpur by flight or train and then cover the rest of the distance to Kanha by road. Winters are the most suitable and comfortable season to plan a trip to Kanha. It is better to avoid the summer season as the temperature ranges between 22℃ - 41℃ and the park remains closed to visitors from the end of June to mid-October. Therefore, the months from November to March are the appropriate time to visit Kanha National Park.
A Suggested Itinerary to Tailor Your Kanha Trip
There are multiple Kanha Tour Packages available. Either choose from the tour packages crafted already or customise the tour according to your choice. Here’s how you can make your weekend work.
Day 1.
Begin your journey from your starting point and reach Kanha National Park by afternoon. Book an accommodation near the national park in advance. Check into the hotel or resort and get some rest. The remaining hours of the day are free for you to unwind on your own. You can utilise the day with some self-study about the forest of Kanha, its variety of flora and fauna and the safari zones. Jeep safaris in Kanha National Park are operational in both core and buffer zones. The core zones of the park are Kanha, Kisli, Mukki and Sarhi, and the buffer zones encompass Khapa, Khatiya, Phen and Sijora.
An important fact to always consider is that jeep safaris do not guarantee the sighting of tigers. They are simply a matter of luck. However, you won’t be returning with disappointment, because embarking on a jeep safari to enter the heart of the forest is in itself a thrilling experience and you will definitely get to see barasingha, sloth bear, fox, bison and many more, along with a variety of bird species.
Day 2.
The second day at Kanha is all yours to enjoy the jeep safari, both in the morning and the evening slots. The usual time for the morning jeep safari is from 6:00 am to 11:00 am and the evening safari is from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. However, the timings vary slightly based on the season. Conduct your jeep safari booking in advance if coming in the peak season to avoid any last-minute hassle. Reach the entry gate a few minutes before the safari time for a smooth proceeding without getting delayed. Both the morning and the evening jungle safari will provide a unique experience.
A guide will accompany you during the jeep safari and will impart interesting and knowledge-enhancing insights about the forest and its inhabitants. Please remember to abide by the guidelines during the jeep safari and maintain the cleanliness of the forest. Strictly follow the dos and don’ts and follow your guide. Return from the safari in the evening and relax at your accommodation recollecting the remarkable moments of the entire day.
Day 3.
It's time for departure!
After spending a lively weekend at Kanha National Park, get on your means of transit after having breakfast and completing the check-out procedures at the hotel or resort.
