Tadoba Andhari Wildlife Reserve
Your Complete Travel Guide to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
Welcome to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra’s most iconic jungle. This isn’t a theme park dressed up as wilderness—this is the real thing. Here, the forest decides the rules. And if you’re lucky, it shares its secrets with you.
At Tisha Tiger Trails, we don’t just offer safaris—we craft real jungle experiences. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned wildlife lover, we make sure every visit feels like the adventure of a lifetime.
| Core Zone (Entry Gates) | Buffer Zone (Surrounding Gate Clusters) |
|---|---|
| Moharli, Navegaon, Kolara, Khutwanda, Pangdi, Zari | Agarzari, Devada‑Junona cluster, Ramdegi–Navegaon clusters, Madnapur, Mamla, Keslaghat, Palasgaon, Belara, Alizanza etc. |
📍 How to Reach Tadoba Andhari Reserve
🚆 By Train
| City | Distance from Tadoba | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Nagpur | Approx. 103 km | Well-connected by train |
| Chandrapur | 36 km | Closest railway access |
| Raipur | 302 km | Major train routes available |
| Jabalpur | 365 km | Long-distance rail option |
✈️ By Air
| Airport | Distance from Tadoba |
|---|---|
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Int. Airport, Nagpur | Approx. 140 km |
🐾 Wildlife Encounters at Tadoba
🐘 Mammals
Tadoba is home to a stunning array of mammals, including:
Carnivores: Leopard, Jungle Cat, Sloth Bear, Rusty-Spotted Cat, Leopard Cat
Canids: Indian Wolf, Jackal, Wild Dogs, Hyena, Fox
Herbivores: Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Sambar, Gaur, Blue Bull (Nilgai), Four-Horned Antelope
Others: Indian Pangolin, Porcupine, Common Langur, Rhesus Macaque, Wild Boar
🐍 Reptiles
Reptile lovers will find Tadoba fascinating with species like:
Indian Python, Cobra, Krait, Russell’s Viper
Star Tortoise, Terrapins, Monitor Lizards
Leaf-Nosed Snake, Bronze Tree Snake, Rat Snake
Freshwater Crocodile
🐦 Birds
A birdwatcher’s haven, Tadoba is graced with over 190 bird species, such as:
Raptors: Bonelli’s Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Honey Buzzard
Owls: Brown Fish Owl, Mottled Wood Owl
Colorful Residents: Paradise Flycatcher, Indian Pitta, Golden Oriole, Peacock
Songbirds & Others: Drongos, Warblers, Munias, Larks, Pipits
Woodland Birds: Malabar Pied Hornbill, Grey Jungle Fowl, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher, Painted Francolin