About Gondia

Maharashtra

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Overview

Gondia is a district town and railway junction in eastern Maharashtra, and the headquarters of the Nawegaon Nagzira Tiger Reserve. Nagzira is a forest of teak and mixed trees in Gondia and Bhandara districts, with about 34 mammal and 166 bird species recorded, including tigers, leopards, sloth bears and gaur. Safari gates such as Pitezari, Chorkhamara and Nawegaon Bandh are spread around the reserve, so pick your stay according to the gate you have booked.

Best Time to Visit Gondia

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-FebBest Window

Why visit

Comfortable weather and good birdwatching after the monsoon.

Keep in mind

Cold early mornings in open jeeps.

How to Reach Gondia

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Gondia is a railway junction on the Mumbai to Howrah line. Nagpur has the nearest major airport. Bhandara Road and Nagpur are other rail options.

Getting Around Gondia

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Gypsies are available at Pitezari, Chorkhamara and other gates. Taxis run from Gondia to the gates.

Best Areas to Stay in Gondia

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Gondia town

Train arrivals

Hotels near the railway station and the reserve office.

Pitezari gate area

Nagzira safaris

Forest and private stays close to the Nagzira side.

Nawegaon Bandh

Nawegaon safaris

Stays near the Nawegaon lake on the southern side of the reserve.