Feel the Scale

A forest large enough to lose yourself in

Largest tiger reserve in eastern India
2,750km²

Largest tiger reserve in eastern India

Bridging NE India biodiversity hotspot and Western Ghats.

Bird species — a living forest chorus
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Bird species — a living forest chorus

From Great Hornbill to forest raptors, Similipal rewards every patient watcher.

Orchid species — India's orchid treasury
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Orchid species — India's orchid treasury

72 are Himalayan species; dedicated Orchidarium at Gurguria.

Nature camps — sleep inside the wild
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Nature camps — sleep inside the wild

Community-run stays bring visitors closer to forests, waterfalls, and night sounds.

Seasonal Wildlife Calendar

Every month has its own forest mood

Similipal changes gently through the year. Pick a season for birdsong, waterfalls, fresh forest light, or quiet trails.

Nov-Dec

Clear trails, bright mornings

Fresh post-monsoon forest, active birds, and cool safari drives.

Jan-Feb

Best for birdwatching

Crisp mornings, easier forest movement, and patient hours with hornbills and raptors.

Mar-May

Wildlife near water

Warmer days bring animals closer to waterholes and forest openings.

15 Jun-15 Sep

Monsoon period, park closed

The landscape turns lush, but tourism access is generally suspended during the seasonal closure.

Forest Gallery

A glimpse into wild Similipal

Discover rare wildlife, ancient forests and breathtaking landscapes from the heart of Similipal.

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Melanistic Tiger in Similipal Tiger Reserve
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Melanistic Tiger

A rare icon of Similipal

Similipal Forest
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Nature of Similipal
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Visitor Voices

Stories visitors take home

Small moments from the forest that stay in memory long after the journey ends.

Shanti Mohan Behera

Shanti Mohan Behera

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Simlipal National Park is a vast forest area spread across 27000 acrs approx in Mayurbhanj district of the state Odisha,India, you need to pick a spot to visit like Lulung, Sitakunda, Barehipani waterfall or Joranda waterfall(Permit Required),etc.

SAYAN DALAL

SAYAN DALAL

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You have to book online ticket from simpli park website . For your own car need to make permits. Car should be suv type only. Don’t expect to see tiger! You get deers rarely too. For jungle safari nice and waterfall very good place. There is no network in the jungle. Carry if cards and car documents. For personal car with two guys and guide we pay nearly 700 approx .total run 120 km in the jungle.

Himansu Jena

Himansu Jena

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Similipal National Park in Odisha is a vast wildlife sanctuary known for its lush forests, majestic waterfalls, and rich biodiversity. Home to tigers, elephants and rare orchids, it forms part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and offers a serene, scenic escape into nature.

Accessing the Wilderness

Your Journey to Similipal Begins Here

Whether arriving from bustling cities or nearby towns, multiple routes lead to the pristine forests and breathtaking landscapes of Similipal.

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Kolkata approach

Use the route buttons to preview the main approach and compare the road and rail corridors into Similipal.

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280-300 km · 6-7 hours

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Routes to Similipal

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