By Nivritti Khatri | August 6, 2025
Jhalana Leopard Safari, Rajasthan
India’s first leopard reserve, Jhalana in Jaipur offers high chances of leopard sightings in a dry deciduous forest setting.
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Bera Jawai, Rajasthan
Famous for leopards living among granite hills, Bera offers a surreal experience with big cats often seen near human settlements.
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Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
Located by the Kabini River, this lush forest is known for its elusive black panther, a rare melanistic leopard.
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Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Though known for tigers, Ranthambore’s rocky terrain is also a thriving home for leopards that prefer less crowded zones.
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Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Maharashtra
Right in Mumbai, this unique urban jungle has a high density of leopards, with sightings common during guided safaris.
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Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Remote and less touristy, Satpura’s rugged terrain and dense forest offer perfect camouflage for leopards.
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Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh
After its tiger population revival, Panna has also become a promising destination to spot leopards in the wild.
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Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand
Leopards are frequently spotted in this Himalayan foothill forest that spans across Haridwar and Dehradun districts.
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Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Mostly known for tigers and barasingha, Kanha’s buffer zones are prime areas for leopard sightings.
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Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu
A part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Mudumalai is rich in biodiversity and often surprises visitors with leopard sightings.
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