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Kanha

The inspiration for Rudyard Kipling's 'Jungle Book'

A mixed forest bamboo and sal, of grassy meadows and winding ravines, Kanha National Park was one of the first areas in India to fall under the Project Tiger conservation program to save the Royal Bengal Tiger. Kanha boasts abundant mammal populations and diverse bird life, and it offers sanctuary for the endangered barasingha (12-horned) deer, the black buck, lesser florican among others. The deep, dark jungles of Kanha inspired Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book, and gave us a slew of immortal characters from Mowgli to Sher Khan, Bagheera to Baloo.

Recommended Activities

Immersive, thematic activities to explore destinations

Chartered Flights

Fly in style to access Central India's wild heartlands

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Kanha Jeep Safari

Discover Kanha's key wildlife across its many zones

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Kanha Museum of Life & Art

Witness forest-inspired tribal art traditions

Kanha
Junior Rangers’ Programme

Teach your youngsters the lore of the jungle

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Bathe an Elephant

Splash around with a pachyderm

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Kanha Bicycle Adventures

Pedal through Kanha's wilderness for intimate wildlife experiences

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Flame of the Forest

A dream haven for nature enthusiasts with a gracious touch of style

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Banjaar Tola

A contemporary tented accommodation in unique styles & textiles

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Kipling Camp

A conservationist-run wildlife resort with stories to tell

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