Kolara Chauradeo Gate, Tadoba: Safari Guide 2026–27
Quick Answer
Kolara Chauradeo Gate is a buffer safari gate of Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve in the official Kolara zone, at Chauradeo, beside the Kolara gate. It is about 110 km (2–2.5 hours) by road from Nagpur. Chimur is the nearest town. It runs morning, noon and afternoon safaris, closes every Wednesday and stays open through the monsoon. A full Gypsy costs about ₹6,000–₹7,000 including permit, guide and vehicle.
- Gate type
- Buffer zone
- Official zone
- Kolara
- From Nagpur
- About 110 km · 2–2.5 hours
- Safari cost
- ₹6,000–₹7,000 per Gypsy
- Weekly holiday
- Every Wednesday
Highlights
- Buffer gate in Tadoba's Kolara zone, northern buffer adjoining the Kolara cluster.
- Best for: a buffer back-up when Kolara core is sold out.
- Landmarks on this side: Northern buffer forest connected with the Madnapur and Belara belts.
- Open in the monsoon, weather permitting; weekly holiday: Every Wednesday.
Kolara Chauradeo Gate at a Glance
Kolara Chauradeo Gate is listed on the official Tadoba booking portal under the Kolara tourism zone. As a buffer gate it opens into the forest around the core, where wildlife moves freely between protected land and village edges.
| Detail | Kolara Chauradeo |
|---|---|
| Zone and type | Kolara zone · Buffer |
| Location | Chauradeo, beside the Kolara gate |
| Distance from Nagpur | About 110 km · 2–2.5 hours |
| Nearest town | Chimur is the nearest town |
| Nearest railhead | Nagpur |
| Nearest airport | Nagpur (Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International) |
| Safari slots | Morning, noon and afternoon |
| Weekly holiday | Every Wednesday |
| Monsoon | Open in the monsoon, weather permitting |
| Other gates in this zone | Kolara, Madnapur, Belara, Alizanza, Shirkada, Palasgaon (noon) |
Kolara Chauradeo Gate Safari Timings (2026–27)
Entry and exit times at Kolara Chauradeo Gate follow the reserve's seasonal buffer schedule. Reach the gate at least 30 minutes early for permit and ID checks; last entry is two hours after a slot opens.
| Season | Morning | Noon | Afternoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct – 31 Oct | 6:00 am – 10:00 am | 10:30 am – 1:30 pm | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
| 1 Nov – 28/29 Feb | 6:30 am – 10:30 am | 10:35 am – 1:45 pm | 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
| 1 Mar – 30 Apr | 6:00 am – 10:00 am | 10:30 am – 1:35 pm | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
| 1 May – 30 Jun | 5:30 am – 9:30 am | 10:30 am – 1:35 pm | 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
| 1 Jul – 30 Sep (monsoon) | 6:00 am – 10:00 am | 10:30 am – 1:00 pm | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
Kolara Chauradeo Gate Safari Fees and Jeep Cost
A safari from Kolara Chauradeo Gate is booked per Gypsy (open jeep). The total below is the permit, the compulsory guide and the vehicle together, for up to six guests.
| Booking window | Entry | Guide | Gypsy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon–Fri | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| Sat–Sun | ₹3,300 | ₹700 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
How to Reach Kolara Chauradeo Gate
Kolara Core and Kolara Chauradeo are different entries. Use the complete gate name when arranging vehicles and accommodation.
From Nagpur: About 110 km · 2–2.5 hours. Chimur is the nearest town. The nearest railhead is Nagpur, and the nearest airport is Nagpur. Leave enough margin for the pre-dawn drive — a missed reporting time means a lost permit.
Hotels and Resorts Near Kolara Chauradeo Gate
These stays are on the reserve's approved list and serve the Kolara zone. Ask each property to confirm road time to Kolara Chauradeo Gate specifically before booking.
| Resort | Category | Location |
|---|---|---|
| The Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge | Luxury | Masal Tukum, on Lake Masal, about 6 km before Kolara gate |
| Svasara Jungle Lodge | Luxury | About 300 m from Kolara gate |
| WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa | Luxury | Chaiti Tukum, Kolara gate road |
| Mahua Tola | Luxury | About 6 km from Kolara gate, along a seasonal river |
| Trees N Tigers | Luxury | Manemohadi, Chimur side, about 15 minutes from the gates |
| 7 Tigers Resort | Semi-Luxury | Masal Bk village, 3–4 km from Kolara gate |
| Tadoba Tiger King Resort | Semi-Luxury | About 1 km from Kolara gate |
| Tiger's Empire Resort | Semi-Luxury | Kolara gate |
Landscape and Wildlife at Kolara Chauradeo Gate
Buffer forest connected to the broader northern Tadoba landscape.
Offers a buffer perspective on connected habitat and wildlife movement beyond the critical core.
Expect Bengal tiger, leopard, sloth bear, dhole, gaur, sambar, chital, nilgai and wild boar, plus a rich bird list. Every drive is different; no gate guarantees a sighting.
How to Book a Kolara Chauradeo Gate Safari
Book on the official portal (mytadoba.mahaforest.gov.in) or through an authorised operator, choosing “Kolara Chauradeo” as the gate. Use the exact name and ID number of every guest.
- Regular online booking opens at 12:00 am IST, 120 days before the safari date.
- Tatkal booking opens at 8:00 am IST, three days before the safari date.
- On a full-day safari, a core Gypsy can carry up to 4 guests and a buffer Gypsy up to 6, not counting the driver and guide.
- Up to two children under 8 ride free per Gypsy and do not need to be named on the booking.
- Bookings cannot be transferred, and names cannot be swapped once confirmed.
- Every guest must show the original ID used at the time of booking. Photocopies and phone photos are refused.
- Indian visitors can use Aadhaar, passport, PAN, driving licence, voter ID or another government photo ID.
Rules for Kolara Chauradeo Gate Safaris
These rules apply on every Tadoba route and are enforced by the guide and forest staff.
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Speed limit inside the reserve | 20 km/h |
| Gap between two safari vehicles | At least 50 metres |
| Distance from any wild animal | At least 20 metres, for no more than 15 minutes |
| Leaving the vehicle | Only at designated points |
| Phones, music, horns, shouting | Not allowed. Using banned electronics can cost ₹5,000 |
| Plastic, alcohol, non-veg food, firearms, pets | All prohibited inside the reserve |
| Smoking or lighting fires | Prohibited |
| Feeding, teasing or chasing animals | Prohibited, and a punishable offence |
| Littering | Fineable |
| Late arrival | Last entry is two hours after the slot opens; late entry is refused after that |
Best Time to Visit Kolara Chauradeo Gate
March to June offers the best sightings around water. October to February is comfortable. Unlike the core, this buffer gate also runs in the monsoon (July–September), when the forest is at its greenest.
Morning drives usually have the most activity, and weekdays have lower permit prices than weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Kolara Chauradeo gate safari timings?
Morning, noon and afternoon slots run year-round on the seasonal schedule — for example 1 Nov – 28/29 Feb: morning 6:30 am – 10:30 am, afternoon 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. It is closed on Wednesdays.
How much does a safari at Kolara Chauradeo Gate cost?
About ₹6,000–₹7,000 per Gypsy for up to six guests, covering permit, guide and vehicle, depending on the day.
How far is Kolara Chauradeo Gate from Nagpur?
About 110 km · 2–2.5 hours. Chimur is the nearest town. The nearest railhead is Nagpur.
Is Kolara Chauradeo Gate a core or buffer gate?
Kolara Chauradeo Gate is a buffer gate in Tadoba's Kolara zone. Buffer gates enter the forest around the core and also offer a noon slot.
Which resorts are near Kolara Chauradeo Gate?
Approved stays serving this zone include The Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge, Svasara Jungle Lodge, WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa, Mahua Tola.
Is a tiger sighting guaranteed at Kolara Chauradeo Gate?
No. Routes are allocated by the forest department and sightings depend on animal movement, season and chance.
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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.
- Young Bengal tigress playing with her sibling in Tadoba — AJAY CHANDWANI, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Red-earth safari track running through a tunnel of bamboo in Tadoba — Rohit Sharma, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Sambar stag with hinds in Tadoba Tiger Reserve — Davidvraju, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Tiger almost hidden in tall golden grass in Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve — Eeshan Sonak, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Sloth bear walking along a forest track in Tadoba — Murugavel.T, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wide view of the largest lake in Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve under a clear sky — Aashay25, CC BY-SA 4.0
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