Stretching across 437 sq. km, with a core area of 105 sq. km, Bandhavgarh National Park—popularly known as the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve—is one of India’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Renowned for its dense tiger population, rich biodiversity, and historical significance, the park offers an unmatched jungle experience for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and nature lovers.
The history of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is deeply rooted in royalty and mythology. Once the private hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Rewa, the region was reserved exclusively for royal hunts before being declared a national park in 1968.
The name “Bandhavgarh” translates to “Brother’s Fort,” believed to have been gifted by Lord Rama to his brother Lakshmana. At the heart of the forest lies the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort, which dates back over 2,000 years and is surrounded by caves, shrines, and inscriptions that reflect the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Over time, conservation efforts transformed this former hunting reserve into one of India’s most successful tiger habitats, making Bandhavgarh National Park a global symbol of wildlife preservation.
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At Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve you would also come across a wide variety of wildlife
Bandhavgarh receives thousands of visitors every year. It is one of the most popular tiger reserve in India, but also one of the best preserved and managed parks. Due to its remote location, Bandhavgarh attracts passionate wildlifers. As with all parks today, the number of entry permits is restricted, so you rarely feel part of a crowd, even in the holiday season.
Best Time to Visit Bandhavgarh (Month-wise)
The park remains open from October to June, and each season offers a different experience.
20% of the tiger reserve is accessible for tourism. Access is permitted, by jeep, twice a day; morning and afternoon, except on Wednesday afternoons, Diwali and Holi.
The reserve is divided into 5 tourist zones. You can visit one zone per safari. All zones have their own beauty and charm, and all have good opportunities for sightings.
Choice of zone depends on availability.
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While traveling through the narrow dust roads inside the Bandhavgarh jungle, a sight of four-horned antelope is not uncommon. It may be standing by the roadside in its yellow-brown coat gazing at you. The jungle also has sizeable population of leopard, deer, sloth bear, Indian bison, along with a variety of other animals.
Waiting patiently for a sight of the king, one can hear beautiful natural fusion music of the rustling leaves along with the chirping of various kinds of birds. Large varieties of birds are found in the Bandhavgarh jungle, which can be a bird-watchers delight, such as: Bar-headed Goose, Ruddy Shelduck, Comb Duck, Cotton Pygmy-goose, Common Teal, Red-crested Pochard, Common Pochard, Barred Buttonquail, Brown-capped Pygmy Woodpecker, Yellow-crowned Woodpecker, Streak-throated Woodpecker, Black-Rumped Flameback, White-Naped Woodpecker, Brown-headed Barbet, Indian Grey Hornbill, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Common Hoopoe, etc
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