Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve

The Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, located in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India is one of the oldest and most exciting and best-protected wildernesses in the State.

Spread over approximately 1,727 sq. km. (core and buffer), the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve one of India's 47 project tiger reserves is located in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra state and is approximately 150 km from Nagpur city.

The word 'Tadoba' is derived from the name of God ‘Tadoba’ or ‘Taru’ who is revered by local tribals and ‘Andhari’ is a river that flows through this area.

A tropical dry deciduous forest, it has a diverse character with dense vegetation, smooth meadows, hilly terrains, deep valleys, multiple lakes, all offering a healthy environment to stabilize the numbers of tigers and other animals like the leopard, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, wild dog, nilgai and sambar.

Teak and bamboo dominate this landscape and scenic treks with interesting wildlife sightings are assured at Tadoba.

The park is open for visitors from 15th October to 30th June every season and remains closed on Tuesdays. Morning and afternoon safaris, and recently introduced night safaris are available for visitors. Official guides accompanying safari vehicles are mandatory for all excursions.