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Bhitarkanika Nature Camps

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Bhitarkanika is India’s second largest mangrove ecosystem after the Sunderbans. The National park is essentially a network of creeks and canals which are inundated with waters from rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Patasala forming a unique ecosystem. Bhitarkanika is home to the large ...

Bhitarkanika is India’s second largest mangrove ecosystem after the Sunderbans. The National park is essentially a network of creeks and canals which are inundated with waters from rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Patasala forming a unique ecosystem.

Bhitarkanika is home to the largest congregation of the endangered Salt Water Crocodile in the country.Bhitarkanika is also home to numerous animals like the deer, hyenas, wild boar etc and migratory birds which make it their home during the winter season lending a vibrant hue to the eco system.

The Salt Water Crocodile is the apex predator of the region, besides it, the park is home to numerous reptiles like the water monitor lizard, pythons to name a few.

Bhitarkanika is also home to numerous animals like the deer, hyenas, wild boar etc and migratory birds which make it their home during the winter season lending a vibrant hue to the eco system.The other unique phenomenon is the Bagagahana or the heronry near Surajpore creek. The erstwhile hunting porch of the Maharaja adds to its heritage value.

Thousands of birds colonise the creek for nesting and the aerial acrobatics performed prior to the mating makes for an impressive sight. Bhitarkanika is also home to eight varieties of Kingfisher birds which is also a rarity. The erstwhile hunting porch of the Maharaja adds to its heritage value.

Things to Do

  • Boating - the only way to tour the mangrove ecosystem is through boats.
  • Trekking – undertake short treks to the sanctuary from the designated halting points of the boats
  • Birding
  • Photography
  • For more information – log onto – www.ecotourodisha.com
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Essentials Cheat Sheet

  •   Timings
    • For Day visitors – 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
    • We recommend the same timings for Guests who have booked accommodation.
  •   Entry Fee
    • Day Visitors – Rs.40/person.
    • For guests - The entry fees is added in the accommodation fees while booking
    • Make sure you carry print outs of the booking details & ID proof.
  •   Parking
    • Available
  •   Banks & ATM
    • Bhadrak has branches of all the major banks & ATM’s.
  •   Hotels
    • Best option is to book your accommodation through www.ecotourodisha.com
    • Alternately one can opt for Panthanivas at Chandbali.
  •   Where to Shop
    • Bhadrak has lots of shopping centres where one can buy ethnic stuff.
  •   Best Time to Visit
    • September to March

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Stay

There's a variety of options for you to stay at. From Star Rated Hotels, Eco Tour Nature Camps equipped with state of the art swiss tents and facilities to OTDC Government Hotels, Bed Breakfasts and Homestays to choose from. Browse the list below to choose your preferred accomodation.

Showing 2 of 7 Hotel(s) found

Panthika Dhauli

Panthika Dhauli

Dhauli Rd, Bhubaneswar

9778330436

http://www.panthanivas.com

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Proximity

11 Km. Distance from Airport

10 Km. Distance from Railway Station

2 Km. Distance from Bus Stop

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Aranya Nivas Chandabali

Aranya Nivas Chandabali

Aranya Nivas Chandabali, At/PO-Chandibali, Bhadrak

9937426394 , 06786220397

http://www.panthanivas.com

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Proximity

136 Km. Distance from Airport

53 Km. Distance from Railway Station

0 Km. Distance from Bus Stop

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Showing 2 of 4 Nature Camp(s) found

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Bhitarakanika

  • Dangmal
  • Gupti
  • Habalikhati

Accomodation Details

  • 4 bedded
  • Double Bedded 
  • 3 bedded

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Olasuni Nature Camp

  • Olasuni

Accomodation Details

  • Double Bedded 

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Aul Palace

Aul Palace

Lokapada, Odisha 754219

9437690565

http://www.killaaulpalace.com/

Amenities

Proximity

126 Km. Distance from Airport

116 Km. Distance from Railway Station

5 Km. Distance from Bus Stop

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Kila Dalijoda Palace

Kila Dalijoda Palace

At – Jyoti Niketan ( Rajbati) PO & Village – Mangarajpur, via Choudwar Dist - CUTTACK – 754028, Odisha.

9438667086

http://www.kiladalijoda.com

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Proximity

60 Km. Distance from Airport

50 Km. Distance from Railway Station

5 Km. Distance from Bus Stop

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