Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary

245 sq km tiger reserve near Raipur. Leopards, sloth bears, 150+ birds. Premier wildlife destination in Chhattisgarh.

About Barnawapara

Raipur District Tiger Reserve

Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary (245 sq km) located 100km from Raipur in Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. Established 1976, notified tiger reserve 2022. Mixed deciduous forests with teak, sal, mahua. Core area rich in tigers (15+), leopards (50+), sloth bears, hyenas, 150+ birds. Main attractions: Jeep safaris from Baranvapara gate.

Safaris & Wildlife

🐅 Wildlife

Tigers, leopards, sloth bears, jungle cats, hyenas, porcupines, 23 mammals. 150+ birds: grey jungle fowl, racket-tailed drongo, paradise flycatcher.

🚙 Jeep Safari

• Zone A/B/C gates
• Morning 6-10AM, Evening 2:30-6PM
• ₹450/jeep + guide ₹300
• Max 6 people/jeep

📅 Best Season

✅ Nov-Mar (winter) - Pleasant 15-28°C, best sightings
✅ Apr-Jun - Waterholes attract animals
❌ Jul-Oct - Monsoon, safaris closed

🏕️ Stay Options

• Forest Rest House (₹2000/night)
• Private resorts nearby
• Raipur (100km, airports/hotels)

Key Facts

• 245 sq km (core 156 sq km)
• Tiger reserve since 2022
• 120km from Raipur Airport

Safaris & Activities

Experience Chhattisgarh Wilderness

Daily

Jeep Safari

Morning/evening safaris in Zone A/B/C. High tiger sighting probability.

Prime

Tiger Tracking

15+ tigers, excellent sightings in dry season at waterholes.

Birding

Bird Watching

150+ species including racket-tailed drongo, painted stork.