Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Located in the south- western  part of Anugul district (60km from Anugul; 110km from Dhenkanal; 190 km from Bhubaneswar) of Odisha. The sanctuary is covering an area of 795 sq km which is covering four districts such as Anugul, cuttack, Nayagarh and Baud.  

The Satkosia Gorge is a unique feature in geomorphology of India. Here Mahanadi has cut right across the Eastern Ghats and has formed a magnificent gorge(22km) with sylvan beauty and excellent features. 

The topography of the region is supports moist deciduous forest, dry deciduous forest and moist peninsular Sal Forest. This area is the home for Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, Gaur, Sambar, Spotted deer, Mouse deer, Nilgai, Chousingha, Sloth bear, Wild dog etc., Varieties of resident and migratory birds, reptilian species( Gharial, Magar, Crocodile, Fresh Water turtle, Poisons & Non poisons snakes etc.)
Best time to visit: Oct. to April (during summer season chances of sighting is more) ; entry gate point ( Pampasara) open from morning 7am to 4pm for day visitor and up to 5 pm those who accommodate at the resort/ camp of the sanctuary.
Closing of the sanctuary: July-Aug.- Sept. ( During Monsoon)
Nearest airport: Bhubaneswar-190km; Nearest Railway Station: Meramundili-54km, Angul-60km
There are eco cottage and tent in the buffer area of this Wildlife Sanctuary , in Chhotkei, Tikarpara and Puruna Katak area, there are limited accommodation to avoid the rush please book in advance

Caution: Try to obey the jungle rule accordingly in order. Respect the nature and enjoy the nature.

Do	Don’t
Keep mineral water while hiking	Walk or drive night time in core area
Keep mosquito repellent	Take any arms and weapons
Keep silence	Take Crackles and music system
use green or grey color cloth and cap while hiking.	Feed the wild animal, birds and reptile
Keep binocular and camera	Disturb the animal, birds and reptile
Keep proper permit and entry document	Use plastic polythin
While hiking follow the guide	Dive or Swim in the water body