Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve
Parks / Maharashtra
Est. 1955 · DryDeciduousForest
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve
Chandrapur, Maharashtra
Maharashtra's largest and oldest national park, famous for its dense tiger population and the scenic Tadoba Lake. Its teak forests and water bodies make for excellent year-round wildlife viewing.
Area (km²)
625.4
Established
1955
District
Chandrapur
Nearest City
Chandrapur
Quick Facts
Tadoba-Andhari is Maharashtra's largest tiger reserve.
The name Tadoba comes from Tadoba deity revered by tribal communities in the region.
The park is open through the monsoon unlike most other Indian national parks.
Tadoba Lake at the park's center is a major wildlife congregation point.
Habitat & Best Time to Visit
Habitat Types
Best Time to Visit
Mar – Jun
Unlike many parks, Tadoba is open during monsoon. Peak sightings in summer.
Designations
Gates & Safari Zones
Moharli
Zone Core
Main entry; highest tiger activity.
Kolara
Zone Core
Southern entry; excellent for summer safaris.
Navegaon Kolsa
Zone Buffer
Open during monsoon.
Zari
Zone Core
Pangdi
Zone Buffer
Nimdela
Zone Buffer
Devada
Zone Buffer
Alizanza
Zone Buffer
