[ad_1]
Last updated:
Nawapara Sanctuary Reopens: Chhattisgarh’s famous Barnawapara Sanctuary has been opened for tourists from November 1. The leopard safari started here remains a big attraction for the tourists. The greenery of the forest, chirping of birds and glimpse of wildlife are attracting the tourists. The Forest Department has made excellent arrangements for security, accommodation and eco-tourism.
The famous Baranwapara Wildlife Sanctuary of Chhattisgarh has been opened for tourists from 1 November 2025. Within two days a large number of tourists have started arriving here. After the monsoon, life has returned again in this forest filled with greenery. This season is no less than heaven for nature lovers, photographers and eco-tourism enthusiasts.
This sanctuary is located in Balodabazar district, about two hours away from Raipur. It is easy to reach here by road and every year tourists from India and abroad come to see its natural beauty. This time the Forest Department has made new arrangements, in which the Leopard Safari Zone has become the most attractive.
The forest department has opened three entry gates – Pakrid, Barabaspur and Ravan – for tourists this season. From these gates, tourists can go deep into the forest by booking safari online. During the safari, trained guides and drivers introduce tourists to the world of wildlife through dense sal, teak and bamboo forests.
This year Leopard Safari Zone has been started in Baranwapara. Here tourists can see the leopard from a controlled and safe distance. This initiative not only provides an exciting experience but also opens up new employment opportunities for local youth and guides. According to the Forest Department, this will increase the development of eco-tourism in the nearby villages.
Established in the year 1972, this sanctuary is spread over approximately 245 square kilometers. Many species like bear, gaur, blackbuck, nilgai, jackal, fox, python and snake are found here. More than 200 bird species can also be seen here, among which peacock, hudhud, munia, hawk and eagle are prominent. It is also called ‘Mini Kaziranga of Chhattisgarh’.
The rest houses and eco-resorts built in Pakrid and Barabaspur areas are situated amidst the forest, where the sounds of birds in the morning and the sunlight peeking through the trees give a unique experience to the tourists. Apart from this, home-stays run by local people are also available, where tourists can enjoy Chhattisgarhi food and folk culture.
Baranwapara Sanctuary is not only a center of tourism but also a laboratory of environmental education and conservation. Nature camps are organized here every year for students. DFO Ganveer Dhammasheel said, “This is not just a place to visit, but also a place that inspires to connect with nature and save it. The department has paid special attention to both the safety of tourists and wildlife conservation.”
[ad_2]
