Information & Activities
Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
With 625 square kilometres of the core and 1,100 square kilometres of buffer, Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) is one of the finest reserves in the country. Situated in the Chandrapur District in Maharashtra State, it is home to 3 large carnivores, namely the Tiger, Leopard and Dhole (wild dog), along with high densities of Sloth Bear, a variety of Deer and Antelopes and an array of small nocturnal wild animals and bird life.
Jungle safaris are in the tourism zone of the park. The 13 adjacent forest zones, admeasuring 40-50 sq km each, are absolutely stunning and more wild. An extension of the core and with abundant spill over wildlife population, it offers exciting drives and splendid wildlife sightings.
TATR is 135 kilometres from Nagpur and 40 kilometres from Chandrapur, taxis are available from both cities.
While the park is closed through the monsoon months (July, August, September) the zones remain open throughout the year.
Safaris for the park and the zones can be booked online through mytadoba.mahaforest.gov.in.
Khutwanda and Moharli gates of the park are accessible from the tigress@ghosri.
Agarjhari, Dewada and Junona zones are just 25 minutes drive from our lodge.
Tadoba zones - Safaris & birding
The most unusual activity in Tadoba is the wildlife viewing in the forests adjacent the core, managed by the local communities. Feel good about the direct benefits of your safari going straight to the locals. As you enjoy the sunset at the Irai reservoir on your drive back to tigress@ghosri, keep an eye open for the Leopard or the Sloth bear may cross the dirt road on your drive back.
(1-6 guests in a gypsy)
Tadoba Safaris
Don your wild gear, grab your cameras, and drive into Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, morning and evening. The Khutwanda or the Moharli gate of the more are just a 10 and 17-minute drive from t@g. Enjoy steaming chai and yummy sandwiches in the open 4WD vehicle as you view wildlife along the dirt roads and in the lush meadows of the reserve. (1-6 guests in a gypsy, bookings on booking.mytadoba.org)
Boat Safaris in Irai Reservoir
Experience a boat ride with wildlife viewing, birding and masala Chai. Enjoy a few hours on a boat safari in the serene and spectacular Irai Reservoir. learn more about the birds and the forest from the local guide and boats man. Keep an eye open for the marsh crocodiles