Kuno National Park in Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh is home to India's cheetahs — and a safari here is one of the most exciting wildlife trips in the country. This guide explains how to book a Kuno safari, what it costs, which gate to use, when the park is open and what to carry.
How to book a Kuno National Park safari
- Choose your package — Gypsy safari from Tiktoli Gate, or the all-inclusive package with pickup & drop from Sheopur. See all Kuno safari packages & prices.
- Pick a date and slot — morning (06:00 AM) or afternoon (03:00 PM). The park is open from 1 October to 30 June.
- Send your booking — fill the booking form, or call / WhatsApp us on +91 98268 44012.
- Get confirmation — we confirm your Gypsy, safari entry ticket and guide, and share all details on WhatsApp.
- Carry your ID — Aadhaar card for Indian visitors, passport for foreign visitors.
Kuno safari price 2026
Prices are per Gypsy (open safari jeep) for up to 6 people, including the park entry ticket and an expert guide.
| Package | Indians | Foreigners |
|---|---|---|
| Gypsy safari from Tiktoli Gate Gypsy + ticket + guide | ₹6,500 | ₹10,000 |
| With pickup & drop from Sheopur Ertiga + Gypsy + ticket + guide + 2 gifts | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
Per-person cost, what the permit covers and ID rules: Kuno ticket price & permit.
Add a cinematic reel of your family trip for ₹1,000 (₹2,000 for foreign guests).
Which gate should I choose?
Safaris currently run from two gates: Tiktoli (from Sheopur via Sesaipura — best if you come from Kota or Sawai Madhopur) and Ahera (from the Pohri side — best from Gwalior, Shivpuri, Indore or Bhopal). The third gate, Peepalbawdi, is not open yet. Our safaris run only from Tiktoli Gate — we don't book Ahera Gate safaris. Read more: Kuno National Park gates.
What will I see?
Kuno is home to India's cheetahs — 60 in India as of October 2026 — along with leopards, striped hyenas, sloth bears, nilgai, deer and 200+ bird species. See cheetahs in Kuno and Kuno wildlife.
Where to stay
There are very few stays near the park. The closest is Kuno Resort on the Sesaipura highway by the Kuno river; most visitors stay in Sheopur town. Full guide: where to stay near Kuno.
Safari timings and season
Kuno National Park is open from 1 October to 30 June and closed during the monsoon. Safaris run every day at 06:00 AM and 03:00 PM. Each safari lasts about 3 hours and covers 30–35 km inside the park. Details: Kuno safari timings & season.
How to reach Kuno
Kuno is about 70 km from Sheopur (1 hr 30 min), 135 km from Sawai Madhopur, 160 km from Gwalior and 225 km from Kota. We run taxis from all these cities. Full guide: how to reach Kuno National Park.
Documents to carry
- Indian visitors: Aadhaar card
- Foreign visitors: passport