Pench National Park

Pench National Park is best described as Tiger Park, located in Southern Part of Madhya Pradesh. It covers 758 sq km area and partially shares a boundary with Maharashtra in the area of 257 sq km which is quite accessible from Madhya Pradesh. Pench National Park is not only mentioned as National park but also as a sanctuary in 1965 then after 10 years in 1975 it declared as National Park. This National Park is divided in two segments in between Priyadarshini National Park and Mowgli Pench Sanctuary that cover 299 sq.km areas. There is buffer area which is in 464 sq.km. The origin of the name Pench is associated with river which flows from North to South. This Pench National Park gives the full vibes of wildlife for visitors. The wildlife scenic beauty was established as Tiger reserve in 1992 and work on Tiger project is in the process. Many artists have covered about this vivid National Park and one of the popular mentions in The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. Pench National Park won the "Best Management Award" in 2011 as well.

Pench National Park is one of India’s remarkable wildlife destinations known for its rich biodiversity, scenic landscapes and fascinating natural heritage. The park finds historical mention in the Ain-i-Akbari and features diverse terrain with a mosaic of vegetation, ranging from moist valleys and dense forests to open dry deciduous woodlands. It’s beautiful landscapes, lush greenery and expansive grasslands create a peaceful and memorable experience for nature and wildlife enthusiasts.

The park is home to a variety of native tree species, including Madhuca indica, Miliusa velutina, Terminalia tomentosa, Lagerstroemia parviflora, Buchanania lanzan, Ougeinia dalbergioides, and Lannea coromandelica. The Pench landscape extends across forest areas of Seoni and Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh and the adjoining Nagpur region of Maharashtra. The Pench River flows through the reserve while seasonal streams and natural drainage channels add to the park's diverse landscape. During the summer months, the river may recede considerably, but natural water pools known as dohs continue to provide important sources of water for wildlife.