Spread over an area of 193.39 Sq.Km on the North-Eastern Ghats is Chandaka- Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary, adjoining the Capital City of Odisha, Bhubaneswar. The Sanctuary is a colourful blend of Semi-Evergreen forest, Bamboo brakes and lush green mixed forests. It is home to different wild animals and birds and the jungle is place for the wild Elephants, which takes the pride of being the Flagship species of this forest. There are two Nature Camps in Chandaka-Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary- Deras Nature Camp (8 cottages) and Godibari Nature Camp (8 suites), 5 Km apart from one destination to another. Both the Nature Camps are 20 Km distance from Capital City Bhubaneswar in the same direction.
Timing | Duration | Vehicle Type | Tariff/Sortie |
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8.30 AM to 9.30 AM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.800/- |
10.00 AM to 11.00 AM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.800/- |
11.30 AM to 12.30 PM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.800/- |
3.00 PM to 4.00 PM | 1 hour | 12 Seater | Rs.1200/- |
4.30 PM to 5.30 PM | 1 hour | 12 Seater | Rs.1200/- |
8.30 AM to 11.00 AM | 2½ hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1600/- |
3.00 PM to 4.30 PM | 2½ hour | 12 Seater | Rs.2400/- |
Timing | Duration | Vehicle Type | Tariff/Sortie |
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06.00 AM to 7.00AM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1000/- |
07.30 AM to 8.30 AM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1000/- |
3.00 PM to 4.00 PM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1000/- |
4.30 PM to 5.30 PM | 1 hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1000/- |
06.00 AM to 7.30 AM | 1½ hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1500/- |
08.00 AM to 9.30 AM | 1½ hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1500/- |
3.00 PM to 4.30 PM | 1½ hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1500/- |
5.00 PM to 6.30 PM | 1½ hour | 8 Seater | Rs.1500/- |
You can see vast stretches of green meadows, tall grasses and waterholes, wildlife moving from one niche to other in the wild from different viewpoints inside the Sanctuary while moving in the Jungle Safari on forest roads. A night stay in Chandaka-Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary, away from the hurley burley of City will recite in your mind that there is much more in this world than our day-to-day lives we live every day.
All round the year. The sunny mornings of Winter in Chandaka and the jungle safari in the afternoon till dusk is a special treat by the wild to its visitors. Large number of birds are seen chirping and perching in the forests of Chandaka in wintery morning and herds of spotted deer and mammals are seen sweeping the grassland during the dawn and the dusk. Summers are cool inside the Sanctuary and the Nature Camps are the best escape for the nature lovers.
Monsoon with white and grey clouds touching the forest canopy is a sight very common from the magnificent watchtowers of Chandaka. Sitting on the window panes at midnight, you can feel the whispers of wind blowing through the woods and raindrops dripping from the leaves in the calm and poised forest. Monsoon is the most passionate season for travelers and nature lovers to spend time in Nature Camps with day round activities to follow.
Local delicacies cooked with local spices and condiments are served in both the Nature Camps in common dining area. Food is included in the booking package.
A pleasant Highway drive of 20 Km from Smart City Bhubaneswar is- Deras Nature Camp nestled in Chandaka–Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary near the Deras Reservoir. You can view the lush green forests of Chandaka from the eight cozy comfortable accommodation of Deras. It is more of a destination for Photographers, Birders, Youngsters and Travelers. The Bamboo brakes of Chandaka are home to hundreds of wild animals and birds. Birding, Trekking, Boating in Deras Reservoir, Cycling, Jungle Safari etc. are the day long package for all ecotourists and are included within the accommodation booking price. A two hours long open Vehicle Safari will take you on the dusky forest roads through the awe-inspiring wilderness and picturesque landscapes of Chandaka.
Godibari Nature Camp has eight double bedded rooms situated within Chandaka-Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary. Kids Adventure Sports, Birding and Trekking all along the Bamboo brakes are planned in such a manner that tourists get the feel of the entire landscape. Walk in nature trail, Jungle Safari in open vehicle for two hours, cycling etc. will leave in your mind the feel of the forest and luxuriant impression of Chandaka’s wilderness.
Location | Accomodation Details | Price Per Night Per Room () | Transaction Charge () | Tax () | Total Price Per Night Per Room () |
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Chandaka Godibari | North Complex | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
Chandaka Godibari | South Complex | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
Chandaka Godibari | South Complex | 2500.00 | 250.00 | 345.00 | 3,095.00 |
Chandaka Godibari | South Complex | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
Chandaka Godibari | South Complex | 2500.00 | 250.00 | 345.00 | 3,095.00 |
Deras | Cottage | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
Deras | Bamboo Hut | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
Deras | Log Hut | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
Cancel Before | Charges To Be Deducted (In %) |
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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 |