Nature’s Paradise

Daringbadi

Daringbadi is best cool and nature view place in odisha, lots natural beauty with amazing atmosphere you will get at here..

Daringbadi

Daringbadi is best cool and nature view place in odisha, lots natural beauty with amazing atmosphere you will get at here. For sightseeing you can enjoy coffee gardens, hill view park, botanical garden, water fall, emu farming, valley with pine forest and many more . Must visit place in odisha. The best time to visit this station is between the months of November and July. One of the interesting accommodation options is DEERS (Daringbadi Eco Lodge). Here, they serve organic food and there is facility for a bonfire in the evening and a guided nature walk. The nearest railway station is at Berhampur and closest airport is at Bhubaneswar. The other major attractions here are the Putudi Waterfall, black pepper and turmeric plantations and Belghar Sanctuary, 50 km away.

Bhetnoi

Head to Bhetnoi, a small village in Ganjam district of Odisha and watch herds of the endangered black bucks grazing playfully in verdant ..

Bhetnoi

Head to Bhetnoi, a small village in Ganjam district of Odisha and watch herds of the endangered black bucks (Antelope cervicapra) grazing playfully in verdant surroundings here. Every villager here lives with a purpose—conservation of black bucks. Hunting of black bucks is considered a crime and villagers have been protecting these beautiful creatures for over a century now, a practice that holds similarity with the Bishnoi community of Rajasthan. The animals live in proximity with the human beings and villagers do not harm them even if they graze on the crops; for there is a socio-religious belief behind the conservation norm. Locals say Bhetnoi suffered from a long spell of drought several years ago. One day, villagers sighted a small herd of black bucks following which, the village got rain. Since then, they believe that the animals are harbingers of rain and bring prosperity to the village. Visitors can interact with members of the Black Bucks Protection Committee and know more about the conservation of these animals. Bhetnoi village is 71 km from Berhampur and 165 km south of Bhubaneswar. Visitors can hire a car from Berhampur to visit the village for a one-day tour. Accommodation options are available at Berhampur.

Kuldiha wildlife sanctuary

This pristine forest land in the Balasore district has an abundance of wildlife, from cheetahs to elephants to Malabar giant squirrels..

Kuldiha wildlife sanctuary

This is the ideal place for fulfil your wanderlust and get the best photographs. This pristine forest land in the Balasore district has an abundance of wildlife, from cheetahs to elephants to Malabar giant squirrels, you can find a variety of species here. This beautiful sanctuary is spread out in an area of 282 sq km. Summers are the best time to visit. Kuldiha boasts of rich flora and fauna. Visitors can either stay overnight or have a day trip here that lasts until 5:30 pm. Prior permissions are required from the Divisional Forest Office in order to book accommodation in the forest rest houses.

Similipal Biosphere

The Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the biggest forest reserve areas in the country. Rich in flora and fauna, this place is home to a variety of species ..

Similipal Biosphere

This place is a nature lover's delight in every sense. The Similipal Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the biggest forest reserve areas in the country. Rich in flora and fauna, this place is home to a variety of species which include the Royal Bengal Tigers. This biosphere is also home to the Similipal-Kuldiha-Hadgarh elephant reserve. The sanctuary remains closed from June to November end, due to the monsoons. Visitors can also enjoy Sitakund, Bhimkund, and Devkund waterfalls which are located nearby. Within the sanctuary also there are some beautiful waterfalls, namely Barehipani and Joranda. To visit the sanctuary, one has to get permits from forest range officers of Jashipur and Pithabata.

Nandankanan Zoological Park

The Nandankanan Zoological Park, nicknamed Garden of God, is a must visit for wildlife lovers. Located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, the 400-acre ..

Nandankanan Zoological Park

The Nandankanan Zoological Park, nicknamed Garden of God, is a must visit for wildlife lovers. Located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, the 400-acre Nandankanan Zoo has around 1580 animals that include 634 mammals, 812 birds and 134 reptiles. This is a host zoo for white tigers and the only zoo in the country, which has Patas Monkeys, Eastern Rosella variety of parakeet and Open-billed Stork (it is the second largest heronry for Open billed Storks in Odisha). It is also the first zoo in the country where Gharials were born in captivity in the 80s. Special attractions here are the Bear Safari, Lion Safari and a unique White Tiger Safari. One can take a toy train ride within the park for just Rs 10 per head. Nandankanan currently has 34 tigers including White Tigers and Black or Melanistic Tigers. After going round the zoo, take a boat ride in Kanjia Lake, a wetland of national importance located along the Nandankanan Zoological Park, or visit the State Botanical Garden on the opposite side of the lake. The park remains closed on Mondays and visiting hours are from 8 am to 5.30 pm. Entry fee for Indians is Rs 20 per person and for a foreign national, the charge is Rs 100. More than 2.5 million people visit Nandankanan every year.

Satapada

Odisha is also home to around 100-odd endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins that can be seen at Satapada. At the Satapada Jetty, visitors can hire a boat..

Satapada

Odisha is also home to around 100-odd endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins that can be seen at Satapada. At the Satapada Jetty, visitors can hire a boat and the boatman will take them into the endless blue expanse of Chilika Lake. The site also houses the Sea Mouth Island where Chilika Lake meets the Bay of Bengal. Watch the Irrawaddy Dolphins in the lake at the Dolphin Point and then head towards the island where the Chilika meets the Bay of Bengal. From the Dolphin Point, the Sea Mouth Island is one-hour of boat side. Get off the boat and take a stroll on the mouth of the sea or bite into freshly fried fish and crabs at small food kiosks on the spot. However, do not give in to the temptation of buying pearls from vendors there who claim to be taking them out fresh from oysters. By road, Satapada is 110 km from Bhubaneswar and 50 km Puri. The best time of the day to take a boat ride in Satapada to watch dolphins is the morning. The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) organises Bhubaneswar-Puri-Satapada tours every month. A day trip to Satapada is enough but for those who want to stay back and witness the sunrise and sunset in Chilika Lake, there is just one accommodation option in the area. There is the OTDC-managed Yatri Nivas close to the Satpada Jetty where rooms can be booked online through www.otdc.in. Rooms can also be booked through tourist offices in Puri and Bhubaneswar.

Chilika lake

Asia’s biggest inland salt-water lagoon, Chilika Lake extends across the three districts of Puri, Ganjam and Khordha in Orissa, and is separated from the waters of the Bay of Bengal by..

Chilika lake

Asia’s biggest inland salt-water lagoon, Chilika Lake extends across the three districts of Puri, Ganjam and Khordha in Orissa, and is separated from the waters of the Bay of Bengal by a narrow neck of land. Located approximately 50 kilometres from Puri, the lake is dotted with many small islands of lush green natural beauty. There are 3 jetties to Chillika Lake, which is a major attraction especially during the winter months when flocks of migratory birds fly in. Don’t miss the sunset and sunrise here, aside from which, the sanctuary in Nalbana Island houses is home to several varieties of flora and fauna, and a the water sports complex at Barakul is a good spot for some adventure and fishing.

Satkosia

Satkosia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful ecosystems in Odisha. It not only has a magnificent gorge over the River Mahanadi but is also a tiger reserve and a breeding centre for fresh..

Satkosia

Satkosia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful ecosystems in Odisha. It not only has a magnificent gorge over the River Mahanadi but is also a tiger reserve and a breeding center for freshwater crocodiles, gharial, and muggers Get lost in nature and its beauty in this place. The final destination is as beautiful as the road that takes you to Satkosia. With every turn you will come across the natural beauty Odisha has to provide. Full of lush greenery and mountains, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful ecosystems in Odisha. It has a magnificent gorge that joins with the River Mahanadi. This place also has a tiger reserve and a breeding center for freshwater crocodiles, gharial, and muggers. This place is around 200 km from Bhubaneshwar, which is also the nearest airport.

Bhitarkanika national park

The Bhitarkanika National Park and a mangrove-dominated ecosystem. The national park is a part of the Bhitarkanika mangrove forest—India’s second largest mangrove jungle ..

Bhitarkanika national park

The Bhitarkanika National Park offers wonderful biodiversity coupled with beautiful terrain and a mangrove-dominated ecosystem. The national park is a part of the Bhitarkanika mangrove forest—India’s second largest mangrove jungle. The Bhitarkanika National Park offers a wide expanse of natural beauty to its visitors. It is located where the rivers Brahmani and Baitarani meet the Bay of Bengal. Visitors have to undertake a three-hour boat ride amidst the dense mangrove forests to reach Bhitarkanika. The boat ride is a thrilling experience in itself. The nearest airport is Bhubaneshwar and railway station is Bhadrak.