Simlipal Nature Camp (Odisha Forest Dept.)
Are you interested in jungle treks or birding? Looking for some wildlife, adventure or ecotourism? Visit the wonderful nature camps of Odisha. This is ECOTOUR ODISHA. Similipal Tiger Reserve which spreads over 2750 Sq.Kms is a part of Central Indian Landscape. Not only a Tiger Reserve, Similipal is also a National Park, Wildlife Sanctuary, Biosphere Reserve and also a part of Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve. Similipal derives its name from the abundance of Semul or Red Silk Cotton trees that bloom vividly in its forest. The vast stretches of forest of Similipal is a unique composition of deciduous, semi-ever green, high level Sal, grass land & savannahs. It is the abode of more than 1253 species of flowering plants, 99 species of non-flowering plants, 21 species of amphibians, 62 species of reptiles, 361 species of birds, 55 species of mammals and many species of flora and fauna yet to be identified. Similipal Tiger Reserve located in the northern side of the state is also blessed with majestic waterfalls like Barehipani, Joranda & Uski, Sitakund-Deokund-Bhimkund waterfalls in its periphery, rocky cliffs and green valleys dotted in sylvan Sal forests. It bears 94 species of orchids, many of them are endemic and endangered and 72 are Himalayan species. There are many species of rare, endangered, threatened and vulnerable plants and animals. Mahaseer, hornbill, Chowsingha, Mouse deer, Giant Squirrel, Flying squirrel, Ruddy mongoose, mugger crocodile and Rufus tailed hare are examples of this unique biodiversity.
Similipal is famous for Tigers and Elephants. It is the only Tiger Reserve in the country to boast of Melanistic Tigers. It alone is the home of 75% Tiger and 25% Elephants of Odisha. The other wildlife in Similipal are Bison, Sambar, Chital, Porcupine, Pangolin, Pythons, Wild boar, Leopard, Barking Deer, Jungle Cat, Giant Squirrel, Common Languor etc. Most commonly found birds are Peafowl, Jungle fowl, Hill Myna, Parakeets, variety of Eagles etc beside Hornbills & Trogons. The park has a sizeable population of reptiles including Snakes,Crocodiles and Turtles.
Entry Fee Rs. 100.00 /- Per Day, Per Person Will Be Charged Extra.
| Location | Accomodation Details | Price / Night / Room | Transaction Charges | Tax | Total Price Per Night / Room |
| Jamuani | Double Bedded (NAC) Tent 4 Rooms | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4333.00 |
| Jamuani | Double Bedded (NAC) Santal Cottages – 9 Rooms | 4000.00 | 400.00 | 552.00 | 4952.00 |
| Jamuani | 4 (Four) Bedded (NAC) Bamboo Hut – 1 Room | 4000.00 | 400.00 | 552.00 | 4,952.00 |
| Ramtirtha | 10 Bed Suite (AC) Dormitory – 1 Room | 7000.00 | 700.00 | 966.00 | 8,666.00 |
| Ramtirtha | 10 Bed Suite (NAC) Dormitory 2 Rooms | 5000.00 | 500.00 | 690.00 | 6,190.00 |
| Ramtirtha | Double Bedded (AC) Tribal Hut 3 Rooms | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
| Ramtirtha | Double Bedded (AC) Debasthali Cottage 4 Rooms | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
| Gurguria | Double Bedded (NAC) Pine Villa A 2 Rooms | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
| Gurguria | Double Bedded (NAC) Cottage 2 Rooms | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
| Gurguria | Double Bedded (NAC) Pine Villa B 2 Rooms | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
| Kumari | Double Bedded (NAC) Bamboo Cottage 4 Rooms | 3000.00 | 300.00 | 414.00 | 3,714.00 |
| Kumari | Double Bedded (NAC) Kumari Manchan 2 Rooms | 3500.00 | 350.00 | 483.00 | 4,333.00 |
| Kumari | Double Bedded (NAC) Santal Cottages – 8 Rooms | 4000.00 | 400.00 | 552.00 | 4,952.00 |
| Barehipani | Double Bedded (Non AC) Cottages 8 Rooms | 4500.00 | 450.00 | 621.00 | 5,571.00 |
How to Reach ?
| From | To | Distance in Km (Approx.) | Journey Time (Approx.) |
| Bhubaneswar | Joshipur Via Cuttack-Jajpur Road-Anandapur-Karanjia | 252 Km. | 3hr. 50 min. |
| Kolkata | Joshipur Via Howrah-Kharagpur-Bangriposi | 290 Km | 4hr. 00 min.. |
| Baripada | Joshipur Via Bangriposi | 117 Km. | 3hr. 20 min. |
| Bhubaneswar | Baripada | 159 Km. | 2hr. 25 min. |
| Howrah | Baripada | 288 Km. | 6hr. 15 min. |
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