About Tadoba National Park
Park History and Other Information
Tadoba National Park, also known as Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, is Maharashtra’s oldest and largest national park. It covers an area of about 625 square kilometres and is one of India’s top tiger reserves known for consistent tiger sightings.
History
Below is the historical timeline of Tadoba National Park and its key conservation milestones:
1935
The area surrounding the Tadoba Lake was first declared a reserved forest under British rule to protect its rich wildlife and teak forests.
1955
Tadoba National Park was officially established, covering an area of 116.55 sq km. It became Maharashtra’s first national park.
1986
The nearby Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary in Chandrapur district was created to extend protection to the adjoining forest and wildlife corridor.
1995
Tadoba National Park and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary were merged to form the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR), covering a total area of 625.4 sq km.
2006
The park gained national importance as one of India’s most successful tiger reserves under Project Tiger.
2012
Tadoba has become one of India’s most popular and well-managed wildlife destinations, known for frequent tiger sightings and thriving biodiversity.
Best Time to Visit
Winter (November to February)
Cool and pleasant weather makes it ideal for safaris. The forest is lush, and visibility is clear, perfect for spotting wildlife and birds.
Summer (March to June)
Hot temperatures but excellent for tiger sightings. Animals gather around waterholes, offering great chances for close wildlife encounters.
Monsoon (July to September)
The core zone remains closed during this period. The forest turns green and fresh, and the buffer zones offer limited safari options.
Best Selling Packages
2 Nights / 3 Days
Tadoba Weekend Tour
3 Nights / 4 Days
Tadoba Budget Tour
6 Nights / 7 Days
Tadoba & Pench Safari
14 Nights / 15 Days
Tadoba & Golden Triangle Tour
FAQs – Tadoba National Park
Where is Tadoba National Park located?
Tadoba National Park is located in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India. It lies in the central part of the state and is part of the Deccan plateau.
Why is Tadoba famous?
Tadoba is known as Maharashtra’s oldest and largest national park. It’s famous for its high density of Bengal tigers and frequent sightings throughout the year.
When was Tadoba declared a national park?
Tadoba was declared a national park in 1955, and later, in 1995, it merged with the Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary to form the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve.
What animals can I see in Tadoba?
Apart from tigers, Tadoba is home to leopards, sloth bears, Indian gaur, wild dogs, hyenas, sambar, chital, and over 200 bird species.
When is the park open for visitors?
Tadoba is open from October to June. The park remains closed during the monsoon months (July to September) for forest regeneration and visitor safety.
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