Panna National Park is a tiger reserve in the Panna and Chhatarpur districts of Madhya Pradesh that carries one of the most remarkable conservation stories in modern Indian wildlife history. The park was declared virtually tigerless around 2009 due to severe poaching, a devastating blow that shocked the conservation community. However, through a bold and carefully managed tiger relocation program, tigers were brought in from other reserves and reintroduced into Panna. Today the park has a healthy and growing tiger population and has become a symbol of what is possible when conservation efforts are taken seriously and implemented well.
Panna National Park covers about 543 square kilometers and is set in a stunning landscape of Ken River gorges, rocky plateaus, dense forests, and grassy clearings. The Ken River, which flows through the heart of the park, is one of the cleanest rivers in Madhya Pradesh and is home to gharials (Indian crocodilians), marsh crocodiles, smooth-coated otters, and the highly endangered Indian skimmer bird. The park is also part of the Ken-Betwa River Link Project area, making it an important ecological zone. Boat safaris on the Ken River are available and offer a completely different perspective on the wildlife compared to standard jeep safaris. Beyond tigers, Panna has leopards, wolves, striped hyenas, sloth bears, chital, nilgai, chinkara, and a rich birdlife including the critically endangered vulture species that have found refuge here. The famous Panna diamond mines and the historic temples of Khajuraho are located very close to the park, making it easy to combine a wildlife visit with a cultural heritage experience.
This Panna National Park travel guide covers the best time to visit, safari and boat safari information, nearby attractions, and travel tips to help you plan a rewarding trip to this revived and inspiring tiger reserve.
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