101 National Parks in India For All The Wildlife Enthusiasts

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The National Parks in India are just as diverse as our cultures and traditions. There are 101 existing national parks in India covering an area of 40,564.00 km², which is 1.23% of the geographical area of the country (National Wildlife Database, December, 2019). India holds a record of bearing the third highest number of national parks in Asia. Though most of the National Parks in India are meant as reserves for some rare species, they also offer a great scope of tourism. Boasting some rare animals like the one-horned rhinoceros, Asiatic Lions, Bengal Tigers, and many other Marine animals; the National Parks in India occupies a special place in its tourism. With immense variations among the wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks in India, the tourists from across the world flock in the country to witness these magnificent creatures.

Apart from animals, the National Parks in India also host some gorgeous birds, marine life, and beautiful flora and fauna that are appreciated by people across the globe. Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers spend most of their times in these parks to capture some moments which give them pictures of their lifetime. Here is a list of all 101 national parks in India

Here is a List of National Parks in India

Name of National Park	State	Area in sq.km.	Established in Year
Campbell	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	426.23	1992
Galathea	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	110	1992
Wandoor	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	281.5	1983
Mount Harriett	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	46.62	1987
Rani Jhansi	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	320.06	1996
Saddle Peak	Andaman & Nicobar Islands	32.54	1987
Papikonda	Andhra Pradesh	1012.86	2008
Rajiv Gandhi	Andhra Pradesh	2.3	2005
Sri Venkateswara	Andhra Pradesh	353.62	1989
Mouling	Arunachal Pradesh	483	1986
Namdapha	Arunachal Pradesh	1807.82	1983
Dibru-Saikhowa	Assam	340	1999
Kaziranga	Assam	858.98	1974
Manas	Assam	500	1990
Nameri	Assam	200	1998
Orang	Assam	78.81	1998
Valmiki	Bihar	335.65	1989
Sanjay	Chhattisgarh	1440.71	1981
Indravati	Chhattisgarh	1258.37	1982
Kangerghati	Chhattisgarh	200	1982
Mollem	Goa	107	1992
Bansda	Gujarat	23.99	1990
Velavadar	Gujarat	34.53	1973
Gir	Gujarat	258.71	1980
Gulf of Kachchh	Gujarat	162.89	1995
Kalesar	Haryana	46.82	2003
Sultanpur	Haryana	1.43	1989
Great Himalayan	Himachal Pradesh	754.4	1962
Inderkila	Himachal Pradesh	104	2010
Khirganga	Himachal Pradesh	710	2010
Pin Valley	Himachal Pradesh	675	1958
Simbalbara	Himachal Pradesh	27.88	2010
City Forest	Jammu & Kashmir	9	1992
Dachigam	Jammu & Kashmir	141	1981
Kistwar	Jammu & Kashmir	425	1981
Palamau	Jharkhand	226.33	1986
Anshi	Karnataka	417.34	1987
Bandipur	Karnataka	874.2	1974
Bannerghatta	Karnataka	260.51	1974
Kudremukh	Karnataka	600.32	1987
Nagarahole	Karnataka	643.39	1974
Anamudi Shola	Kerala	7.5	2003
Eravikulam	Kerala	97	1978
Mathikettan Shola	Kerala	12.82	2003
Pambadum Shola	Kerala	1.32	2003
Periyar	Kerala	350	1982
Silent Valley	Kerala	89.52	1984
Hemis	Ladakh	3350	1981
Fossil	Madhya Pradesh	0.27	1981
Van Vihar	Madhya Pradesh	4.45	1979
Dinosaur Fossils	Madhya Pradesh	0.8974	NA
Pench	Madhya Pradesh	292.85	1975
Madhav	Madhya Pradesh	375.22	1977
Bandhavgarh	Madhya Pradesh	448.85	1981
Sanjay	Madhya Pradesh	466.88	1981
Panna	Madhya Pradesh	542.67	1975
Satpura	Madhya Pradesh	585.17	1981
Kanha	Madhya Pradesh	940	1978
Chandoli	Maharashtra	317.67	1985
Gugamal	Maharashtra	361.28	1975
Nawegaon	Maharashtra	133.88	1975
Pench	Maharashtra	257.26	1975
Sanjay Gandhi	Maharashtra	86.96	1983
Tadoba	Maharashtra	116.55	1955
Keibul-Lamjao	Manipur	40	1975
Balphakram	Meghalaya	220	1986
Nokrek	Meghalaya	47.48	1985
Murlen	Mizoram	100	1991
Phawngpui (Blue Mountain)	Mizoram	50	1992
Intanki	Nagaland	202.02	1993
Bhitarkanika	Odisha	145	1998
Simlipal	Odisha	845.7	1980
Desert	Rajasthan	3162	1992
Keoladeo Ghana	Rajasthan	28.73	1981
Darrah	Rajasthan	200.54	2006
Ranthambore	Rajasthan	282	1980
Sariska	Rajasthan	273.8	1992
Khangchendzonga	Sikkim	1784	1977
Guindy	Tamil Nadu	2.82	1976
Gulf of Mannar Marine	Tamil Nadu	6.23	1980
Annamalai	Tamil Nadu	117.1	1989
Mudumalai	Tamil Nadu	103.23	1990
Mukurthi	Tamil Nadu	78.46	1990
Kasu Brahmananda Reddy	Telangana	1.43	1994
Mahaveer Harina Vanastha	Telangana	14.59	1994
Mrugavani	Telangana	3.6	1994
Bison (Rajbari)	Tripura	31.63	2007
Clouded Leopard	Tripura	5.08	2007
Dudhwa	Uttar Pradesh	490	1977
Corbett	Uttarakhand	520.82	1936
Gangotri	Uttarakhand	2390.02	1989
Govind	Uttarakhand	472.08	1990
Nanda Devi	Uttarakhand	624.6	1982
Rajaji	Uttarakhand	820.42	1983
Valley Of Flowers	Uttarakhand	87.5	1982
Buxa NP	West Bengal	117.1	1986
Gorumara	West Bengal	79.45	1992
Jaldapara	West Bengal	216.51	1990
Neora Valley	West Bengal	159.89	1992
Singalila	West Bengal	78.6	1992
Sundarbans	West Bengal	1330.1	1984

Here are our top picks of National parks that you can visit on your next trip.

1. Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand

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Set amidst the foothills of the scenic Himalayas, the Corbett National Park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. This national park in India also homes some rare tigers and is a must-visit place for all the wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. This national park in India also homes some rare tigers and is a must-visit place for all the wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. In the Dhikala zone of this national park of India you will find animals like the animals like the tigers, leopards and wild elephants roaming aroound. While the you will find elephants and leopards, roaming along with hundreds of species of birds in the Sonanadi zone. Our Uttarakhand tour packages will allow you to indulge in the wilderness of Corbett.

• Location: Nainital District, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 125-126 km away from the airport.
• Famous for: Sambar deer, Indian hog deer

2. Kaziranga National Park, Assam

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Home to the magnificent one-horned rhinoceros, this national park in India has been recently declared as a World Heritage Site. It bears two-thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinoceros population; and is one of the best National Park to Visit in India. This national park of India is home to tigers, elephants and a large population of migratory birds.

• Location: Kanchanjuri, Assam.
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 113-114 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Indian rhinoceros, Golden langur

3. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

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One of the most famous National Parks in India, the Kanha National Park is a haven for all the wild animals, The Kanha National Park also known as Kanha Tiger Reserve makes it to our list of national parks in India for its majestic tigers. especially the majestic tigers. You can easily spot tigers, jackals and wild pigs in this well know national park of India.

• Location: Manada and Balghat, Madhya Pradesh
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 130-131 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Barasingha, Jungle Cat

4. Manas National Park, Assam

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This UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site bears three main reserves of the country. Hosting the Project Tiger Reserve, Elephant Reserve, and a Biosphere Reserve; this is one of the most important National Parks in India.

• Location: Gobardhana, Assam
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 173-174 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Assam macaque, Hoolock Gibbons

5. Bandipur National Park, Karnataka

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Initially established as a tiger reserve, the Bandipur National Park is a plethora of natural beauties around the location. This national park and tiger reserve is located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It is one of the most gorgeous National Parks in India with a beautiful collection of the landforms.

• Location: Chamarajanagar, Bandipur, Karnataka
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 214-215 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Elephant, Gaur

6. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan

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Famous around the world for its friendly tigers, the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is one of the National Parks in India that you need to visit at least once in your lifetime. This national park was known as a royal hunting ground and home to the tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. Book Rajasthan tour packages for unforgettable adventures in Bandipur National Park.

• Location: Prempura, Rajasthan
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 145-146 km away from the airport
• Famous for:  Jackals, Tigers

Also Read: Visiting The National Parks And Sanctuaries In Rajasthan

7. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

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World-renowned as a beautiful Tiger Reserve, the Bandhavgarh National Park was a hunting ground for the Maharajas of Rewa. It is one of the most ancient National Parks in India.

• Location: Umaria, Tala, Madhya Pradesh
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 199-200 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Barking Deer, Sloth Bear

8. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan

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Well nestled amidst the Aravalli Hill range, the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful National Parks in India. Nearly 90% of this sanctuary in India is covered with dhok trees. Hosting dry deciduous forests, clinging cliffs and rock landscapes; this national park is a visual treat for both nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

• Location: Alwar, Rajasthan
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 110-111 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Leopard, Jungle cats

9. Gir National Park, Gujarat

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Home for the majestic Asiatic Lions, the Gir National Park is a treat for all the wildlife enthusiasts. Apart from the lions, this national park has a lot to offer to its onlookers. This national park of Gujrat, India was established to protect the Asiatic lions, along with other animals such as leopards and antelopes. Gujarat tour packages are the ideal way to indulge in the iconic Gir National Park.

• Location: Talala Gir, Gujarat.
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 70-72 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Sambar, Four-Horned antelope

10. Periyar National Park, Kerala

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The Periyar National Park or Periyar Tiger Reserves is situated in the Western Ghats of Kerala, in southern India. This national park of India is covered by lush green pastures and wonderful deciduous forests. The Periyar National Park serves as the home to some variety of animals including the deer, sambar, etc.

• Location: Thekkady, Kerala
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 140-141 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Elephants, Tigers

11. Sundarban National Park, West Bengal

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Famous for its gorgeous mangrove forests, Sundarban National Park is one of the most gorgeous National Parks in India. It provides the best combination of nature and the Royal Bengal Tigers that attracts tourists from across the country. This national park is shared by India and Bangladesh.

• Location: Gosaba, West Bengal
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 112-113 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Leopard cats, Hyena

12. Wandoor Marine National Park, Andaman

This marine life conservation area, situated around 25 km away from the city of Port Blair is one of the most interesting National Parks in India. The Wandoor Marine National Park also called as Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a national park of India near Wandoor. This marine life conservation area, situated around 25 km away from the city of Port Blair on the Andaman Islands is one of the most interesting National Parks in India.

• Location: SH8, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 29-30 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Black-naped tern, Reef herons

13. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala

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Located in the protected areas of Mudumalai, the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful National Parks in India. It hosts a wide range of endangered flora and fauna that attracts travellers from across the country.

• Location: Sulthan Bathery, Kerala
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 125-126 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Tiger, Indian bison

Must Read: 14 Exhilarating Wildlife Sanctuaries In India

14. Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur, Rajasthan

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If you are a bird enthusiast, then the Keoladeo National Park is the best place for you. It hosts a flock of very rare species of birds that attract all the people who love watching birds. Keoladeo National Park is a bird sanctuary situated in the north Indian state of Rajasthan. If you are a bird enthusiast, then the Keoladeo National Park is the best place for you. This national park in India hosts a flock of very rare species of birds that attract all the people who love watching birds.

• Location: Bharatpur, Rajasthan
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 54-55 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Cranes, Pelicans

15. Nagarhole National Park, Karnataka

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The Rajiv Gandhi National Park or the Nagarhole National Park Park is the second largest national park in India covering an area of 642.4 km². This place hosts rich wildlife including the rarest forms of flora and fauna. Often referred to as the paradise for nature lovers, it is one of the most peaceful National Parks in India.

• Location: Hunsur, Karnataka
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 98-99 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Gaur, wild boar

16. Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra

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One of the most exciting National Parks in India, the Tadoba Tiger Reserve is a well-protected tiger reserve. It has some wonderful sightings of the tigers from almost every end, making it one of the best places to view these majestic animals.

• Location: Chandrapur, Maharashtra
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 140-141 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Sloth bears,  Honeybadger

17. Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh

With the mystical Pench river flowing amidst the green vegetations of the national park, the Pench National Park holds a wide variety of wildlife. Serving as an inspiration to the famous writing by Rudyard Kipling, termed as the Jungle Book, it is one of the most intriguing National Parks in India.

• Location: Seoni, Kurai, Madhya Pradesh
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 120-121 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Porcupine, Barking deer

18. Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand

One of the most serene National Parks in India, the Rajaji National Park is a home for abundantly rich flora and fauna.  Rajaji National Park is a national park in India’s Uttarakhand state. It is also a great holiday destination for all the nature lovers and the wildlife enthusiasts.

• Location: Mohand Range, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 35-36 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Asian elephant, Goral

19. The Great Himalayan National Park, Himachal Pradesh

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The Great Himalayan National Park, is one of the largest national park in India, in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Nestled amidst beautiful panoramic views, this national park of India is popular for its scenic beauty and an exotic collection of flora and fauna.

• Location: Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 60-61 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Wild mountain goats, Rhesus macaques

20. Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu

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One of the oldest National Parks in India, the Mudumalai National Park is home for a great variety of animals. Right from the majestic tigers to the golden jackals, this national park is one of the best among the ones in Southern India.

• Location: Nilgiri, Tamil Nadu
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 35-36 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Sloth Bear, Mouse Deer

21. Dachigam National Park, Jammu and Kashmir

Located in one of the serene spots of the country, the Dachigam National Park is one of the most-visited National Parks in India.

• Location: Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
• Distance from the airport: It is approximately 22-23 km away from the airport
• Famous for: Snow leopard, Musk deer

Apart from these National Parks in India, there are many other parks that attract tourists and wildlife enthusiasts alike. These national parks host a wide variety of wildlife animals that are a beauty to witness.

FAQs About National Parks in India:

1. What is the best time to visit the National Parks in India?

October to March is the best time to visit the National Parks in India due to the winter weathers that make it comfortable for you to explore the place.

2. What are the most famous animals you can find in these National Parks in India?

The national parks in India are mostly famous for tigers. However, you can also find some rare species like the One-horned Rhinoceros, Asiatic Lions, and many other wildlife animals.

3. When are the national parks open?

Some national parks are opened depending on the seasons. However, most of them will be open from morning to the evening before the sunset.

4. What is the best place to witness tigers?

The Royal Bengal Tigers can be best witnessed at the Ranthambore National Park.