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Simlipal National Park

Name: Simlipal National Park
Brand: Direct Booking
SKU: Zoo-069
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Sku: Zoo-069

₹100

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The entry ticket for Similipal National Park is around ₹100 per person for Indian visitors, with additional charges for vehicles and safari depending on the zone and service chosen. For foreigners, the entry fee is higher, and safari/guide costs are extra and usually included in official eco-tourism packages.

Category	Ticket / Fee
Indian Visitor Entry Fee	₹100 per person
Foreign Visitor Entry Fee	₹1,000 per person
Group Discount (10+ visitors, India)	₹50 per person
Group Discount (10+ visitors, Foreign)	₹200 per person
Vehicle Entry Fee (LMV/Jeep)	₹100 per vehicle
Guide Fee (Safari)	₹300–₹800 approx (as per route)
Still Camera (Amateur – Indian)	₹50
Still Camera (Amateur – Foreign)	₹100–₹200
Professional Camera	₹1,000–₹2,000

Category: Zoo & Wildlife Tags: National Parks of India, Odisha

Description

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Similipal National Park is one of the largest and most important wildlife protected areas in eastern India, located in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. It is part of the larger Similipal Biosphere Reserve and is also a designated tiger reserve under Project Tiger.

Category	Details
Name	Similipal National Park
Location	Mayurbhanj District, Odisha, India
Area	~2,750 sq km (Biosphere Reserve)
Type	Tiger Reserve + National Park + Biosphere Reserve
Established	1980 (National Park), later Project Tiger reserve
Famous For	Bengal tigers, melanistic (black) tigers, elephants
Major Wildlife	Tiger, elephant, leopard, gaur, deer, sloth bear, 300+ birds
Main Attractions	Barehipani Falls, Joranda Falls, Meghasani Hills
Safari Zones	Gurguria, Jamuani, Kumari eco-tourism zones
Best Time to Visit	October to June
Monsoon Status	Mostly closed (July–September)
Entry & Safari	Forest department permit required, jeep safari available
Nearest Town	Baripada
How to Reach	Road from Bhubaneswar (~200–250 km), rail via Baripada/Balasore

Point of Attractions

Barehipani Waterfall (one of India’s highest waterfalls)
Joranda Waterfall
Meghasani Hills & viewpoints
Similipal Tiger Reserve forest safari routes
Ramatirtha & Lulung eco-tourism zones
Grasslands & salt licks (Chahala area)
River valleys and deep forest drives
Orchidarium at Gurguria

Facilities

Eco-tourism nature camps (Gurguria, Jamuani, Kumari, Barehipani)
Jeep safari (Forest Department approved)
Guided forest tours
Basic accommodation (forest cottages & tents)
Food services at select camps
Watchtowers for wildlife viewing
Trekking & nature trails
Entry gates at Baripada (Pithabata) & Jashipur (Kaliani)

Best in the Zoo (Wildlife Highlights)

Bengal Tiger (including rare melanistic/black tiger)
Asian Elephant
Leopard
Gaur (Indian bison)
Sambar deer, spotted deer
Sloth bear
Over 300+ bird species (hornbills, peacocks, kingfishers)
Rich orchids and medicinal plants

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How to Book Tickets

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Booking tickets for Similipal National Park is mainly done online through official forest department portals. Here is the simple process:

Step-by-Step Booking Process

Visit the official booking website:
Odisha Eco Tourism Booking Portal
Select Similipal Tiger Reserve / Safari / Entry Pass
Choose:
- Date of visit
- Entry gate (Pithabata or Kaliani)
- Safari vehicle (if required)
Enter visitor details (name, ID proof, number of persons)
Make online payment (UPI / card / net banking)
Download and print your e-permit / ticket

Offline Option (Limited)

Entry pass may also be available at:
- Pithabata Gate (Baripada)
- Kaliani Gate (Jashipur)
  But online booking is strongly recommended, especially in peak season.

FAQ

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1. Where is Similipal National Park located?

Similipal National Park is located in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India, near Baripada.

2. What is Similipal famous for?

It is famous for Bengal tigers, rare melanistic (black) tigers, waterfalls like Barehipani and Joranda, and dense sal forests.

3. What is the best time to visit Similipal?

The best time to visit is from October to June. The park remains closed during the monsoon season (July to September).

4. How can I book tickets for Similipal safari?

Tickets can be booked online through the official Odisha Eco Tourism portal or at entry gates like Pithabata (Baripada) and Kaliani (Jashipur), depending on availability.

5. What wildlife can I see in Similipal?

You can see tigers, elephants, leopards, gaurs (Indian bison), deer species, sloth bears, and over 300 species of birds.

Location

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Detail	Information
Location	Mayurbhanj District, Odisha, India
Nearest Town	Baripada
Entry Gates	Pithabata (Baripada), Kaliani (Jashipur)
State	Odisha
Country	India
PIN Area	757049 (Baripada region)