7 Undiscovered And Beautiful National Parks In India That Offer A Surreal Experience!

India is a land of culture and diversity, especially when it comes to people as well as animals! Beyond India's buzzing cities, animal lovers can discover an entirely different landscape in serene spaces. India is recorded to have more than a hundred national parks, so if you're eager to spot some of the most distinct animals and species rarely seen outside zoological gardens, then read on!

1. Keoladeo National Park

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A UNESCO World Heritage site, this national park is an ornithologist’s dream, where hundreds of distinct species of birds can be found. This park plays an important role in protecting migratory birds like Painted Storks, Sarus Cranes, Spoonbills and Black-headed Ibises, so if curiosity has got the best of you, then head on over!

Where | Keoladeo National Park - Agra-Jaipur Highway, Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Timings | 6:30 AM - 5 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 75 

2. Satpura National Park & Tiger Reserve

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This picturesque place in Madhya Pradesh is a photographer’s paradise away from the selfie culture. Home to leopards, long-limbed spotted chital, antlered sambars, sloth bears, and of course, tigers - the park offers jeep safaris, motorboats, and kayaks for a splendid tour! Head on over if you want to catch a glimpse of our majestic national animal! 

Where | Satpura National Park - Madai, Sarangpur, Madhya Pradesh
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 600

3. Hemis National Park

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High in the Himalayas and snow-covered peaks, this park is a year-round picture of sparse beauty. But winters are the best time to spot this remote park’s major attraction: snow leopards! It is also the home of the Siberian Ibex and Red-fronted Serin. Also, that’s when the landscapes are the most phenomenal and defo Insta-worthy!

Where | Hemis National Park - Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 20

4. Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park

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The park consists of 21 small islands and coral reefs in the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve. And the most exciting part is the glass-bottomed boats, which are the only way to get to this park for visitors. And, it's also one of the most important residences of the rare herbivorous mammal, Dugong! 

Where | Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park - Coastal regions of Thoothukkudi and Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu
Timings | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 10

5. Keibul Lamjao National Park

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Keibul Lamjao National Park is the world’s only floating sanctuary preserving the scarce and endangered brow-antlered deer, and it is as unique as it comes! It still isn’t very popular among tourists, which has helped keep it as untouched as possible. It is also home to the rare marbled cat and Asian golden cat, so make sure you don’t miss them out when you decide to drop by! 

Where |Keibul Lamjao National Park - Bishnupur District, Manipur
Timings | 9 AM - 6 PM
Entry Fee | Free

6. Sri Venkateshwara National Park

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Popular for its many waterfalls, this park has rich avifauna. From yellow-throated bulbuls to grey-fronted green pigeons, you’ll find stunning species of birds and other animals as well. The park’s densely forested valleys, good maintenance and multiple safari options make it an excellent place for having an action-packed day.

Where | Sri Venkateshwara National Park - KT Road, near Nandi Statue Circle, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 50

7. Orang National Park

Also known as mini Kaziranga, the park attracts a lot of migratory birds, waterfalls and game birds, and is also the residence of the Indian one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tiger, wild buffaloes, and the critically endangered pygmy hogs. All the adventure enthusiasts out there, take note!

Where | Orang National Park - Singari Bangali Gaon, Assam
Timings | 8 AM - 8 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 20

Home to some endemic varieties of flora and fauna, these landscapes need to be explored for their sheer uniqueness, won’t you say?! Happy journey!