About Chandbali

Odisha

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Overview

Chandbali is a river port town on the Baitarani in Bhadrak district of Odisha, and a common starting point for boat trips into Bhitarkanika National Park. The park is a maze of mangrove creeks with one of India's largest populations of saltwater crocodiles, along with monitor lizards, spotted deer and many waterbirds. Boats run downriver from Chandbali towards the Dangmal side of the park, while the forest offices at Khola and Gupti issue permits for other routes.

Best Time to Visit Chandbali

Plan your trip around the right season

Nov-FebBest Window

Why visit

Cool weather, crocodiles basking on the mud banks and migratory birds in the creeks.

Keep in mind

Winter mornings can be misty on the river.

How to Reach Chandbali

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Bhubaneswar has the nearest airport. Bhadrak is the nearest major railway station, and Chandbali is reached from Bhadrak by road.

Getting Around Chandbali

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Boats leave from the Chandbali jetty for Bhitarkanika. Autos and taxis cover the town and nearby villages.

Best Areas to Stay in Chandbali

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Chandbali riverside

Boat trips into the park

Hotels and lodges near the jetty, convenient for early boat departures.

Dangmal

Overnight stays in the mangroves

Forest Department and ecotourism stays inside Bhitarkanika, reached by boat or road.