How to Book Madhya Pradesh Safari Tickets Online (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step verified instructions for navigating the MPOnline portal, securing coveted core zone permits, understanding full vehicle vs single-seat permits, and avoiding common gate check-in rejections.
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Three Booking Windows: 120-Day Advance, 7-Day Short-Notice & 1-Day Prior Tatkal
Opens every morning at 08:00 AM IST exactly 120 days before your intended travel date. Recommended for long-term planned holidays and prime core zones like Tala or Kanha Meadow.
Opens at 11:00 AM IST exactly 7 days prior to entry. Dedicated short-notice quota for travellers planning upcoming week trips and weekend breaks.
Spontaneous plan or missed the advance window? The MP Forest Department reserves confirmed Tatkal Permits that release at 2:00 PM IST exactly 1 day prior to the visit date on MPOnline.
The 6 Steps to Book Safari Tickets on MPOnline
Access the MPOnline Forest Portal
Navigate to forest.mponline.gov.in and select the section labeled "National Park / Wildlife Sanctuary Permit Booking".
Select Tiger Reserve & Safari Gate
Select your destination (e.g. Bandhavgarh, Kanha, Pench MP, Panna, Satpura). Choose the specific gate and zone (Core or Buffer).
Select Shift (Morning or Evening)
Morning shifts generally run 06:00 AM to 10:30 AM; afternoon shifts run 02:30 PM to 06:00 PM. Remember: Wednesday afternoons are closed across all core zones.
Enter Mandatory Visitor Details & Photo ID
Enter every traveler's exact name, age, gender, and government ID type (Passport for foreign citizens; Aadhaar, Voter ID, or DL for Indian citizens). The name must match the physical ID precisely.
Complete Online Payment
Pay the government permit fee via Net Banking, UPI, or Credit Card. Once successful, save and print multiple physical copies of the PDF permit receipt with barcode.
Hire Gypsy & Eco-Guide at Gate
Arrive at the forest gate 45 minutes prior to entry. Present your physical permit and original IDs at the forest check post. Pay the vehicle rental and certified guide charges to the registered Gypsy counter.
Ready to Book Official Permits?
Visit the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department portal directly.