Overview
Pench National Park, located in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, India, is a renowned wildlife sanctuary famous for its diverse flora and fauna. The park spans 758 square kilometers and is part of the Pench Tiger Reserve, named after the Pench River that flows through it. It is known for its population of Bengal tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and various herbivores like deer and sambar.
The park’s lush forests, grasslands, and waterholes create a perfect habitat for wildlife, making it a popular destination for jeep safaris. Pench also inspired Rudyard Kipling’s famous novel The Jungle Book, with its dense forests and wildlife providing the backdrop for the story. The best time to visit is between October and June, when wildlife sightings are abundant. Pench offers an immersive experience for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and those seeking to explore India’s rich wildlife heritage.
