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Pench National Park

National park in Madhya Pradesh, India

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Overview

Pench National Park is in Central India. About 90% of the park is in Madhya Pradesh while the remaining 10% is in Maharashtra.

Getting there and around

Getting there

By plane
The nearest major airports for reaching Pench are Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur, Jabalpur Airport, and Chhindwara Airport.
By train
Pench does not have a major railway station immediately at the park gates, so visitors generally travel by train to Nagpur or Jabalpur and then continue by road.
By road
Road travel is one of the most convenient ways to reach Pench, particularly for visitors travelling from nearby cities.
Choosing the entrance gate
The most suitable entrance depends on where visitors are staying and which safari zone they have booked.

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Getting around

Getting around Pench National Park is primarily done through registered Gypsy safaris, as private vehicles are generally not permitted to freely explore the protected forest areas.

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Airports and nearby hotels

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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport

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UnderstandPench National Park spans 758 km². The park has various species of animals, among which the deer, wild gaurs, and monkeys are easy to spot.

Get inPench National Park is well connected by road and rail, making it relatively accessible from major cities of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Fees and permitsEntry to Pench National Park for a wildlife safari requires a valid safari permit, with fees varying according to the type of permit, safari zone, and booking category.

Get aroundGetting around Pench National Park is primarily done through registered Gypsy safaris, as private vehicles are generally not permitted to freely explore the protected forest areas.

SeePench National Park is known for its scenic dry deciduous forests, the Pench River, rocky hills, open grasslands and rich wildlife.

BuyOutside the park, you will see people selling wildlife postcards. You can also spot some people selling musk. They start with a heavy rate, but eventually come down.

EatOutside the national park, you will find a lot of dhabas where you can sit for a snack or for lunch. The food you will eat at these locations will be delicious and you will never believe the low rates.

DrinkCarry sufficient drinking water during your visit to Pench, especially during the hot summer months when temperatures can become very high.

Stay safePench National Park is a protected wildlife area, so visitors should follow the instructions of their authorised guide and driver throughout the safari.

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