About Pandharkawda

Maharashtra

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Overview

Pandharkawda is a town in Yavatmal district of eastern Maharashtra on the Nagpur to Hyderabad highway, and the nearest town to Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Tipeshwar covers about 149 sq km of teak and mixed forest with hills and streams, and tigers, leopards, sloth bears and deer are seen here. The Sunna gate is about 7 km from Pandharkawda and Mathani gate about 23 km. Accommodation inside the sanctuary is limited, so most visitors stay in town or near the gates.

Best Time to Visit Pandharkawda

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-FebBest Window

Why visit

Pleasant weather and the sanctuary reopens after the monsoon.

Keep in mind

Weekend safari slots go quickly.

How to Reach Pandharkawda

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Nagpur has the nearest airport. Yavatmal in Maharashtra and Adilabad in Telangana have the nearest railway stations, and buses stop at Pandharkawda on the highway.

Getting Around Pandharkawda

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Jeeps leave from the Sunna, Mathani and Kodori gates. Taxis and autos run in Pandharkawda.

Best Areas to Stay in Pandharkawda

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Pandharkawda town

Most visitors

Budget and mid range lodges close to the Sunna gate.

Near Sunna and Mathani gates

Early morning safaris

Resorts and homestays close to the safari gates.