Similipal National Park - Baripada

Simlipal National Park is a national park and a tiger reserve in the Mayurbhanj district in the Indian state of Odisha covering 2,750 km2 (1,060 sq mi). It is part of the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve, which includes three protected areas — Similipal Tiger Reserve, Hadgarh Wildlife Sanctuary with 191.06 km2 (73.77 sq mi) and Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary with 272.75 km2 (105.31 sq mi). The Barehipani Falls are 217 m (712 ft) high and the Joranda Falls 181 m (594 ft). ****You cannot travel all the total area in one day as it is a huge area , we went almost early in the morning at 8 am but our exit time 4pm , we haven't covered up all the places though.. **** Entry fee was per head 100/- ( plz note if you are a student carry your original id card , you have to pay only 20/-) Inside simlipal only 2 food places are there , one is government and another one non government , if you wish to do lunch from the government one , you have to pay your food bill along with your entry fee at theo time of entry ...veg and non veg thali both available , veg thali is 120/- and non veg 160/- ... ??? And the best part is ..at one place bansh pora chicken is available in front of the non government food camp ...price only 40/- per plate ...don't miss it. Another important thing you have to grant permission before entering so reach as early as possible in the morning as only 30 vehicles are allowed per day. Heavy vehicles are only allowed to enter , you can also get vehicles there itself or you can go with your own car. Aadhar card is mandatory for granting permission. You also have to take a guide with you . Guide charge is extra. ?? Local people said that you cannot see tiger in the morning , at night it is visible , at night special vehicles travel through the reserve forest for safety purpose There is also some staying places inside the reserve forest , resort type . You can also stay there for the awesome ambience and experience ?

The place is great for those who have patience. Hardly you can see any animals out there. I was lucky enough to see langurs, gazelles and 2 leopard. The best time to visit the place is nov-dec. Chances are you will see tigers and other wilds at this time. There are no restrooms out there, so be prepared. Entry : the entry fees is 100 rupees for people for the group of people below 10 and 50 rupees each for a group greater than 10. The entries fee for children below 3 years. Timings : 0700 hrs - 19000 hrs. The government AC vehicle is available to map around the place,if one wants one can book the vehicle from the official website available. the vehicle costed me around 6000. Also make sure if you want to cancel the vehicle cancel it before 3 days because if you cancel it anytime later no refund will be given to you. Nov-Dec is the best time Food : Prepared food is available inside at the price of 120 for veg. But you have to inform the food makers there about your order. The food includes three subjis rice dal papad salad. Sightings : you can visit there uski falls, joranda waterfalls Borehipaani waterfalls pine tree and orchid plants. Restrooms : not available. Connectivity : a complete rural area with no network as well as electrical connectivity. Make sure you are prepared because there is no internet or cellular connectivity.

The best scenic beauty you can find in one place, Simlipal National Park. Varieties of flora and fauna. You can enjoy the gentle breeze and flowing fresh waters from perinial river sources.

2 Entry Gates - Pithabata & Jashipur. 5 Stay options operated by Govt. They are called as Nature Camps. They are beautiful and strategically placed. 4 Camps are Inside Jungle Kumari, Gurguria, Jamuani, Barehipani and 1 Outside of jungle area - Ramatirtha. Private stay options are also fantastic. We (The Bengal Local) have stayed our first night at palace. Felt like a raja. Visit around and in the evening talked with our Guide for Jungle visit, make the forest permit, finalise plans for next 3 days. Next 2 nights we have stayed at Kumari Nature Camp. (as the group was big - i had to stay at Gurguria Nature Camp). Took the jashipur exit. [You can do the opposite also] One of my favourite spot for domestic tourism - I cant assure but it seems that this is such a place where you can find different types of landscape in a single trip. Another thing I can assure that this place is safe friends - Simlipal is mosquito free. At lease I havn't notice it. Plan for Simlipal. All the hoteliers, Staffs, Vehicle Owners, Drivers, Guides helped us a lot. They will also help you. I will visit again.

Just awsome, pls do visit, one thing that i want to mention personally, in similipal there are other beatiful places those are not likely visited by people like in DUKURA - CHAULABHAJA, the hicking experience will remain with you forever❤. Best time to visit feb-april.

THE GREEN PARADISE#Similipals myriad species of flora and fauna and the breathtaking landscape patterned with forests, hills and cascading waterfalls are a treat for nature lover ? ?

One of the largest bioreserve Park. One can get lost in the beauty and serenity of nature. Don't go if you expect wildlife, as you won't be allowed to the core area, and then siting few other wild animals need luck.

You can explore the Beauty of Nature, Wildlife and a few waterfalls. It's a good place for beginners to start adventurous life. Overall 6/10