The varied landscapes and climatic conditions in India offer natural habitats to about 400 species of mammals. Known for its rich biodiversity, India is home to many unique species – the Royal Bengal Tiger, the Asiatic Lion, the Greater One-horned Rhinoceros, the White-footed Fox, and the Asiatic Elephant amongst others.

With over a hundred national parks to choose from, a wildlife sojourn in India is an adventure. You can opt for the adrenaline rush of a jeep safari.

The landscape is dramatically diverse, the Himalayan foothills loom large on the horizon, the river Ramganga flows through the park, and a jungle safari transports you from amber tinted tall grasslands to dense foliage in no time. A treasure trove for bird enthusiasts, one can spend hours trying to recognise the chirping, the forests here are always ‘alive with the sound of music.’

The forest cover in Pench National Park is not too dense with a mix of dry deciduous forests, shrubs and grassy patches. It is interspersed with striking Kulu trees, their silvery white trunks lending a ghostly appearance. A tiger reserve was established in 1992, and the national animal of India is frequently spotted. The forest is also home to leopards, sloth bears, wolves, hyenas, wild dogs and deer amongst others. Several migratory birds visit the forest too and can be spotted around the water bodies.