Indravati National Park

Indravati National Park, located in the Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh is named after the nearby Indravati River. It is regarded as one of the finest and top most wildlife parks of Chhattisgarh. Spread on an area of about 1258 km, the park is renowned for its wide ranging species of animals, birds and reptiles. Indravati National Park was declared a National Park in 1981 and later on under the famous Project Tiger of India got the status of Tiger Reserve in 1983. It is the only Tiger Reserve in the Tribal State of Chhattisgarh. The main attraction in the park is the rare wild buffalo as well as the swamp deer.

Location:	22.4 km. north from the Jagadalpur- Bhopalpattanam road
Area Covered:	1258.37 Sq Kms
Main Wildlife Found:	Hill Maina

Indravati National Park attracts thousands of wildlife enthusiasts who come here for having a view of the wild herbivores grazing the grasslands of the park. The major wildlife attractions in Indravati National Park include Barking Deers, Nilgai, Barasinghas, Gaurs, Sambars, Wild Dogs, Sloth Bear and Hyenas. It is also renowned for the wide variety of reptiles including Crocodiles, Indian Chameleons, Cobras, Russell's viper and Indian Rock Pythons. The park also serves as a refuge to a number of bird species. The best season to visit the park is during the months of December through June.

How to Reach

By Air: Raipur (486 km) is the nearest airport.
By Rail: Jagdalpur (168 km) is the nearest railhead.
By Road: The Park is linked with other parts of the district by road link.