Sillari Gate, Pench: Safari Timings, Cost & How to Reach (2026)
Quick Answer
Sillari Gate is a tourism safari gate of Pench Maharashtra (Pench Tiger Reserve, Nagpur), at Sillari, East Pench (Maharashtra), off NH44. It is about 70–75 km, around 1.5 hours from Nagpur. Weekly closure: Wednesday. 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
- About 70–75 km · around 1.5 hours
- Weekly holiday
- Wednesday
- Safari cost
- ~₹7,200–₹7,700 / Gypsy
Highlights
- Sillari Gate belongs to the Maharashtra visitor system; permits are not interchangeable with the other state.
- Best for: short trips from Nagpur and monsoon buffer safaris.
- Landscape: Paoni buffer, the road towards Totladoh dam.
- The reserve runs its monsoon buffer safari from Sillari into the Paoni area while the core is closed.
Sillari Gate at a Glance
Sillari Gate belongs to the Maharashtra visitor system. The official reserve lists Sillari among its eight tourism gates and references buffer monsoon access from this side.
| Detail | Sillari |
|---|---|
| State and reserve | Pench Maharashtra |
| Location | Sillari, East Pench (Maharashtra), off NH44 |
| From Nagpur | About 70–75 km · around 1.5 hours |
| Nearest railhead | Nagpur |
| Weekly holiday | Wednesday |
| Monsoon | Core closed 1 July – 30 September; buffer safaris from Sillari and Surewani |
| Booking | Maharashtra Forest Department portal |
Sillari 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 |
Sillari 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 Sillari Gate
Reached from the Maharashtra side; consult the official portal for current reporting and monsoon arrangements.
From Nagpur: About 70–75 km · around 1.5 hours. Nearest railhead: Nagpur. Nagpur has the nearest airport.
Resorts Near Sillari Gate
Stays that serve this gate. Confirm the road time to the gate before booking.
| Resort | Category | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Resort, Sillari | Semi-Luxury | At Sillari gate, Pench Maharashtra |
| The Restfo Pench Tiger Resort | Deluxe | Pipariya road, Salai, near Sillari |
| MTDC Sillari | Deluxe | Beside Sillari gate |
Landscape and Wildlife at Sillari Gate
Eastern Maharashtra Pench landscape linked to dry deciduous forest and buffer tourism.
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 Sillari 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 Sillari 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: Wednesday.
How far is Sillari Gate from Nagpur?
About 70–75 km · around 1.5 hours.
How much does a Sillari gate safari cost?
Roughly ₹7,200–₹7,700 per Gypsy for Indian visitors, including permit, guide and vehicle.
Which state is Sillari Gate in?
Maharashtra. Book it through the Maharashtra Forest Department system.
Which resorts are near Sillari Gate?
Options include Olive Resort, Sillari, The Restfo Pench Tiger Resort, MTDC Sillari.
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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.
- Entrance barrier of Pench Tiger Project for Sillari gate and Totladoh dam — Nitin Bhagwate, CC BY 3.0
- Tiger resting behind tree trunks near Sillari gate, Pench Maharashtra — Gmg171083, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Tiger lying in a forest clearing in Pench — Drashokk, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 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
- Straight teak trunks lining a red-earth trail in Pench National Park — Minku2016, CC BY-SA 4.0
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