International Tiger Day 2025: 10 Places To See Tigers In India

OT Staff

Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

Ranthambore National Park in India covers 1,334 sq km and is known for its dense forests, open grasslands and ancient ruins. It is home to a healthy tiger population and offers great wildlife sighting opportunities.

Tigers in Ranthambore National Park | Shutterstock

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest density of tigers in India and is one of the top places to see India's national animal. The park is renowned for its stunning scenery, historical significance and rich biodiversity.

A tiger in Bandhavgarh National Park | Shutterstock

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Kanha National Park, spanning 940 sq km, is known for its dense sal and bamboo forests and is home to a significant tiger population. The park also focuses on conserving the endangered barasingha.

A Bengal tiger taking a bath in Kanha National Park | Shutterstock

Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand

India's first national park spans 1,318 sq km and was the first to come under the ambit of Project Tiger. The safaris here offer an intimate encounter with the park's diverse habitat and inhabitants.

A tiger among the grasslands of Jim Corbett National Park | Shutterstock

Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra

The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra is a mix of teak forests, grasslands and lakes which provide an ideal habitat for tigers. Guests frequently report sightings, especially near water sources.

Nayantara from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve | Shutterstock

Pench National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Pench National Park, which straddles Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, features diverse flora and fauna. The Pench River and abundant prey here make it an ideal habitat for tigers.

A female Bengal tiger spotted in Pench National Park | Shutterstock

Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal

The Sundarbans National Park is home to the elusive Bengal tiger, who can be spotted swimming and relaxing in the water. Your best bet to see them is via boat safaris.

A Bengal tiger taking a swim in the marshy water of the Sundarbans National Park | Shutterstock

Nagarahole National Park, Karnataka

Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, this national park features dense forests, serene water bodies and abundant prey, making it an excellent habitat for tigers.

A tiger looks into the camera at Nagarahole National Park | Shutterstock

Bandipur National Park, Karnataka

According to the Karnataka Forest Department, Bandipur and Nagarahole account for more than 75 per cent of all tigers in the state. In 2023, Bandipur had a tiger population of 158.

A tigress on the move in Bandipur National Park | Shutterstock

Satpura Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh

This tiger reserve is best experienced via safaris and on foot. Explore the rugged trails, dense forests and undulating hills while keeping a keen eye out for majestic tigers, elusive leopards and fascinating wild dogs.

A tiger rests in the Satpura Tiger Reserve | Shutterstock

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