Tadoba National Park

Often referred to as "The Jewel of Vidharba", the Tadoba National Park lies in the district of 

Chandrapur in the north-eastern part of Maharashtra.

According to popular legend, the village chief 


died while valiantly confronting the tiger. His 


courage is eulogized to this day to the extent 


that he is worshipped by the localities as the 


deity 'Tadoba'. The National Park too has been 


named after him as the Tadoba National 


Park.

Covering an extensive area of 625 km, the Tadoba National Park, 


Maharashtra is located in the midst of a reserved forest. It would be no 


exaggeration to refer to it as a natural museum exhibiting a splendid 


wildlife and consequently a haven for all wild life enthusiasts.

The animals that can be sighted in Tadoba 


National Park, Maharashtra include large 


herds of Chitals, Sambars, Barking Deers, 


Chausingas, Neel Gais, Sloth Bears, Indian 


Bisons, Wild 

Dogs, Wild Boars and Leopards. One can also 


get to see Gaur,Hyenas, Civet, Jungle Cats 

and several other rare species of animals.

However the greatest attraction is undisputedly 


the majestic tiger. It continues to enamor 


tourists of all age.

The Tadoba National Park, Maharashtra was initially a wild life sanctuary created way back in 

1935; it achieved the status of a National Park in 1955 and came under the Project Tiger only in 

1993.

The Tadoba Lake laced by bamboo groves within the premises of this park is home to the 

Marsh Crocodile which was once very common in Maharashtra.

Their number is currently on the decline but they are seen here. Bird Lovers will also enjoy a visit 

to the Tadoba National Park, Maharashtra.

Ornithologists will get to see as many as 181 species of birds and that includes water birds as 

 well. 

Flora:-

Teak, Ain, Bija, Dhaoda, Bamboo, Haldu, Arjun, Tendu, Salai, Jamun, Mahua.

Fauna:-

Tiger, Leopard, Sloth bear, Wild dog, Jackal, Sambar, Indian Bison, Barking Deer, Blue Bull, 

Spotted Deer, Chausingha, Ratel, Flying Squirrel, Wild Boar, Langur. 

Best time to visit:- February to May.

Climate of Tadoba National Park: - winters are cold (minima's 8°C; 46°F). While the summer   

  months are searing (maximum 46°F; 115°F). 

Accommodation:-

MTDC provides self-contained rooms with adjoining restaurant at 


Tadoba.

How To Reach:-

   By Air :-    The nearest airport is Nagpur (140 km via Umrer,        Bhisi and Chimur).

  By Road :- Nearest main bus stand is Chandrapur and Chimur (32 km).

   By Rail :-   The nearest railway station is Chandrapur (on the Delhi-Madras main line) 45 kms


   away.

Permits and Reservations for Tadoba National Park:-

For permits and reservations, contact: The Divisional Forest Officer, west Chanda Division, 

Chandrapur  or District Conservgtor of Forests, Tadoba National Park, Chandrapur

 Maharashtra.