8 Forests In India To Spot Leopards 

24/JULY/ 2024

Jhalana Leopard Safari Park, Rajasthan

Located near Jaipur, Jhalana Leopard Safari Park is known for having the highest density of leopards in India. Visitors on jeep safaris here have an excellent chance of spotting these elusive big cats.

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Bandipur National Park, Karnataka

Situated within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Bandipur National Park is a prime location for leopard sightings, particularly around the Kabini and Moyar rivers. The park is also home to tigers, elephants, and a rich diversity of bird species.

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Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra

Tadoba Tiger Reserve has recently seen an increase in leopard sightings. During jeep safaris, visitors might observe leopards lounging on rocky outcrops or roaming their territories.

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Sariska National  Park, Rajasthan

Although Sariska is primarily known for its tiger population, it also offers the possibility of seeing leopards. With some patience and a bit of luck, visitors might catch a glimpse of these stealthy predators amidst the park's rich biodiversity.

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Gir National  Park, Gujarat

Gir National Park is renowned for its Asiatic lions, but it also supports a robust leopard population. While leopards are seen less frequently than lions, visitors still have a chance to encounter them.

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Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh 

Kanha National Park is famed for its tigers, but it also has a significant leopard population. Visitors should keep an eye out for leopards as well as the park's iconic barasingha (swamp deer) and chital (spotted deer).

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Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh 

Pench National Park, said to have inspired Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book," is another excellent destination for leopard sightings, along with its resident tigers.

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Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu 

Adjacent to Bandipur National Park, Mudumalai National Park is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. It is known for frequent leopard sightings, as well as its population of elephants, tigers, and a wide variety of bird species.

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