Kolitmara Gate, Pench: Safari Timings, Cost & How to Reach (2026)
Quick Answer
Kolitmara Gate is a tourism safari gate of Pench Maharashtra (Pench Tiger Reserve, Nagpur), at Kolitmara, West Pench, reached via Parseoni. Weekly closure: Check the gate’s published holiday when booking. A Gypsy safari costs roughly ₹7,200–₹7,700 for Indian visitors, and the core is closed from 1 July to 30 September.
- State
- Maharashtra
- From Nagpur
- Reached via Parseoni and Saoner, not the NH44 side
- Weekly holiday
- Check the gate’s published holiday when booking
- Safari cost
- ~₹7,200–₹7,700 / Gypsy
Highlights
- Kolitmara Gate belongs to the Maharashtra visitor system; permits are not interchangeable with the other state.
- Best for: agro-tourism and adventure add-ons on the Maharashtra side.
- Landscape: West Pench forest and the Pench–Totladoh catchment.
- The Maharashtra reserve lists Kolitmara as the base for its agro-tourism and paramotoring activities.
Kolitmara Gate at a Glance
Kolitmara Gate belongs to the Maharashtra visitor system. Its geographic position makes a gate-specific itinerary essential.
| Detail | Kolitmara |
|---|---|
| State and reserve | Pench Maharashtra |
| Location | Kolitmara, West Pench, reached via Parseoni |
| From Nagpur | Reached via Parseoni and Saoner, not the NH44 side |
| Nearest railhead | Nagpur |
| Weekly holiday | Check the gate’s published holiday when booking |
| Monsoon | Core closed 1 July – 30 September; buffer safaris from Sillari and Surewani |
| Booking | Maharashtra Forest Department portal |
Kolitmara Gate Safari Timings (2026–27)
Report at least 30 minutes before entry for permit and ID checks.
| Season | Morning | Afternoon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct – 31 Oct | 6:00 am – 10:00 am | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
| 1 Nov – 31 Jan | 6:30 am – 10:30 am | 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
| 1 Feb – 31 Mar | 6:00 am – 10:00 am | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
| 1 Apr – 30 Jun | 5:30 am – 9:30 am | 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Kolitmara Gate Jeep Safari Cost
Approximate total per Gypsy for up to six guests, covering permit, guide and vehicle. On the MP side the permit is bought online and the guide and Gypsy are paid at the gate.
| Visitor type | Weekday | Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra side: Indian visitors | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| Maharashtra side: foreign visitors | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
How to Reach Kolitmara Gate
Approach logistics differ from gates along the highway-facing side of Pench.
From Nagpur: Reached via Parseoni and Saoner, not the NH44 side. Nearest railhead: Nagpur. Nagpur has the nearest airport.
Landscape and Wildlife at Kolitmara Gate
Western Maharashtra Pench with forest and catchment influences.
Expect tiger, leopard, dhole, gaur, sambar, chital, nilgai and wild boar, plus rich birdlife along the Pench River system. A famous recent sighting is not a booking forecast.
How to Book a Kolitmara Gate Safari
Book through the Maharashtra Forest Department system or an authorised operator, choosing this gate.
- Carry the entry permit and one original photo ID: Aadhaar, voter ID, driving licence, PAN, government employee card, passport or student ID.
- Foreign nationals should carry their passport.
- The ID must match the details on the permit.
Safari Rules
Rules enforced on Pench safaris:
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Leaving the vehicle in the core | Strictly prohibited. Only safaris on designated routes are allowed |
| Phones | Allowed on the MP side, but kept on silent |
| Feeding or teasing animals | Prohibited |
| Clothing | Avoid bright colours. Wear warm layers from November to February |
| Plants and streams | Don't touch plants, eat leaves or fruit, or drink from streams |
| Cameras | Still and video cameras are free on regular safaris |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Kolitmara gate safari timings?
Morning and afternoon slots change by season — for example 1 Nov – 31 Jan: morning 6:30 am – 10:30 am, afternoon 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Weekly closure: Check the gate’s published holiday when booking.
How far is Kolitmara Gate from Nagpur?
Reached via Parseoni and Saoner, not the NH44 side.
How much does a Kolitmara gate safari cost?
Roughly ₹7,200–₹7,700 per Gypsy for Indian visitors, including permit, guide and vehicle.
Which state is Kolitmara Gate in?
Maharashtra. Book it through the Maharashtra Forest Department system.
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Sources & References
Facts on wildlife and visitor access can change. These are the principal references for this page; always confirm current permits and rules with the responsible forest department.
Photo Credits
Photos without a credit below are by Wild Excursions. The rest come from Wikimedia Commons under the licences shown.
- Tiger lying in a forest clearing in Pench — Drashokk, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Entrance barrier of Pench Tiger Project for Sillari gate and Totladoh dam — Nitin Bhagwate, CC BY 3.0
- Safari tracks winding through teak forest in Pench Tiger Reserve — Drashokk, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Pair of dholes standing alert in Pench National Park — Rohit Sharma, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Indian roller perched on a branch in Pench — Rohit Sharma, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Sambar stag at the edge of water in Pench National Park — Bernard Gagnon, CC BY 4.0
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