Ansupa Nature Camp Welcomes You !!!
Ansupa Lake is the largest and one of the oldest fresh water wetland of Odisha located in Athgarh Forest Division (Banki Sub- Division). Lake is directly linked with the River Mahanadi by a channel called Kabula Nala, through which flood water of river Mahanadi enters the lake. There is another channel Huluhala Nala, which has also an opening to River Mahanadi which acts as outlet. Ansupa Lake is situated between 85-86’ Longitude East and 20-30’ Latitude North.
Water spread area varies from 375 acres to 385 acres. Average depth of water is about 8 to 10 meters at present. Catchment area is 2810 Ha, This Lake is of National importance due to its unique bio – diversity character having varied aquatic fauna and flora and is a famous natural heritage site of Odisha. It harbors large number of fishes, aquatic plants (submerged, floating and emergent types). Different types of resident and migratory birds visit the lake in winter – time, attracting large number of tourists.
A very old fort called Saranda Fort built during Keshari dynasty is situated near the lake on western side on Saranda Hills. This has some archeological significance. The hill has old remnants of stone architecture on hill top which are locally known as Armory House, Armory, House Bhai – Bohu Kua, Kansa Kabata . A hillock named Saranda hill runs along the western bank of Lake Ansupa and adds greatly to the scenic beauty of Ansupa Lake. This place has been selected for development of Eco Tourism. The beauty of meandering river Mahanadi at a distance and water body of Ansupa lake provides great landscape to the visitor from this hillock. Three number of Bamboo Cottages constructed during 2012 – 13 to provide night facility for visitors. There is a Day visitor center on the periphery of lake where pindies for day visitors and boating facilities are also available. The Members of Eco Tourism Group (ETG) of the local VSS is in overall Management and Maintenance of Ansupa Saranda Eco Tourism Site.
Accomodations at Ansupa
- 13 Nos. Bamboo Cottages for Visitors.
- 2Dinning hall.
- 3Public Toilet both for Gents & Ladies.
- 4Drinking Water Facility for General Visitors.
- 5Masonry bench for rest by visitors in Garden.
- 6Parking Place for Vehicles.
Entry Fee Rs. 0.00 /- Per Day, Per Person Will Be Charged Extra.
| Location |
Accomodation Details |
Price Per Night Per Room () |
Transaction Charge () |
Tax () |
Total Price Per Night Per Room () |
| Ansupa |
Cottage |
3000.00 |
300.00 |
414.00 |
3,714.00 |
| Ansupa |
Cottage |
4000.00 |
400.00 |
552.00 |
4,952.00 |
Useful Information
- 1Visitor has to take print copy of accommodation booking and entry ticket along with identity proof.
- 2Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are complimentary and limited to number of person named in the ticket. Children from 3 years to 12 years accompanying the parents and Driver of the vehicle will be charged extra at the destination as per tariff of the destination to be paid at the destination.
Cancellation Notes
- 1In case Tickets are cancelled by the ecotour cell due to any unforeseen event not suitable for staying of the visitor, full amount will be refunded to the visitor.
- 2Cancellation of booking done online can only be done through the portal and by the visitors only. Cancellation cannot be done by the Ecotourism Cell or by the destinations on request Email and/or telephonic request. It is the responsibility of the visitor intending to cancel the ticket to ensure that the booking is cancelled and confirmation email is sent to the registered Email ID.
- 3Tickets Booked by Agents can only be cancelled through the concerned Booking Agents only. Booking done at Cash Counter can only be cancelled at the concerned cash counter at which Booking is made.
- 4The above Charges will be applicable On the Total Booking Amount Excluding the Transaction Charge and applicable taxes thereon. Transaction Charge and taxes thereon is Non-refundable.
- 5In Case of Cancellation, the amount due to be refunded will be refunded to the visitor account within a period of 7 to 15 Days from the Date of Cancellation.
- 6Tickets Booked at Cash Counters need to be cancelled at the concerned Cash Counters.
| Cancel Before |
Charges To Be Deducted (In %) |
| 0-3 Days of Check-in Date |
100 |
| 4-10 Days of Check-in Date |
50 |
| 11-15 Days of Check-in Date |
25 |
| 16- To More Days of Check-in Date |
0 |
