Summer holidays are going on in which children like to go to their grandmother's house. Along with this, this is the time when parents can go on a trip with their children. If you are planning to travel somewhere in these summer holidays and if you are fond of watching wildlife, then you can take your children to the national park of Maharashtra where you will get to see many wildlife along with natural beauty. The national parks of Maharashtra showcase the rich biodiversity of the region. Today in this episode we are going to tell you about some of the major national parks of Maharashtra which remain a center of attraction for tourists and wildlife lovers. Let's know about them...

Tadoba National Park
Known for its natural heritage, Tadoba National Park is one of the most exciting and best-protected tiger reserves in India. In which the highest number of tigers is seen in the state of Maharashtra. Tadoba National Park located in Chandrapur district is a major tourist destination of Maharashtra. This place is an ideal weekend getaway for wildlife and nature lovers. Where you can see rare species of flora and fauna. This national park is also famous for Tadoba Lake, Irai Dam, Moharli, and Khosla Village.

Chandoli National Park

Chandoli National Park is considered to be one of the most attractive national parks in Maharashtra for wildlife and nature lovers. This park is a breeding ground for a variety of animals including the mighty Bengal tiger, sambar, and deer. The greenery of the park captivates your mind. If you are an adventure lover then you must visit this park. You can participate in many exciting activities here like birdwatching sessions, boating, safari rides, trekking, and more. Apart from this, you can also enjoy Kandahar Doh and Kandahar Doh Waterfall, Tenali Waterfall, Chandoli Dam, Vasant Nagar Reservoir, and Konkan Darshan here.

Gugamal National Park
Gugamal National Park is a delightful wildlife sanctuary that will provide you with plenty of opportunities to spot a variety of distinctive animals and birds such as tigers, crocodiles, bison, gave, nilgai, and wild deer. Also, the park takes care of a variety of flora and fauna and is famous for its distinct culture. One can participate in several recreational activities here such as trekking, photo-clicking, bird-watching sessions, and safari rides.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Also known as Borivali National Park, Sanjay Gandhi National Park is located in the northern region of Mumbai, Maharashtra. This park is spread over an area of ​​104 sq km. Known as one of the very few parks surrounded by a city, this park is one of the most visited parks in the entire world. This park is also home to the Kanheri Caves which are around 2400 years old and are hewn out of rocks. The caves are also known as religious sites as well as important Buddhist centers of pilgrimage. The park has over a thousand plant species and 250 types of migratory birds. One of the animals found here is the spotted deer which can be seen drinking water from the stream flowing through the park. The Tulsi Lake inside the park has crocodiles as well as pythons, lizards, and vipers.

Navegaon National Park

Navegaon National Park, located in the Gondia district of Maharashtra, is one of the most famous national parks in Maharashtra. Located in the lush green hills of Navegaon, where you get to see breathtaking views of natural wildlife. Built in the 1800s, this park also has a tranquil lake and a watchtower near it. This park also has a bird sanctuary, a deer park, and three lovely gardens which are increasing the attraction of Navegaon National Park. For your information, a bird sanctuary located in this park is known as Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary.

Pench National Park

Pench National Park is another attractive national park in Maharashtra. Apart from major wildlife and flora, you will also get to see many endangered species in the park. Pench River is also present inside the park which is a major center of attraction for tourists. Apart from this, Sita Ghat, Alikatta, Chhindimatta Road and thrilling rides are among the major attractions of the park.

Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
One of the major wildlife sanctuaries in India, Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is also popular as a major tourist destination in Pune and Maharashtra. This sanctuary is spread over an area of ​​​​120 square km, which is also known as Sahyadri Mountain. This place is home to many endemic and epidemic animal and bird species, including mainly the Indian giant squirrel. It is so rich in flora and fauna that it is considered one of the major centers of attraction of biodiversity in the world. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary has forest areas that are ideal for a day's picnic. Where you can enjoy various species of wildlife as well as exciting activities like trekking.

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