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How to Reach Kanha

Khatia (3 km from Kisli) and Mukki are the two main entry points to the Park. The nearest town is Mandla (65 km).

By Air: Nearest airports are located at Jabalpur (170 km), Raipur and Nagpur (270 km).
By Rail: The closest railheads are at Jabalpur and Bilaspur.
By Road: A daily bus service is available for Kisli and Mukki from Jabalpur, and back. It is advisable to reach Kisli before sunset, as vehicles are not allowed in the park after dark.

When to visit: The park is closed from July 1 to October 31, because of the heavy monsoon. The ideal time to visit Kanha would be the period between February and June. A stay of at least 3 nights is recommended, in order, to get a really good sighting of Kanha's more elusive animals.