Karhandla Jungle Safari — Complete Booking Guide

The Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary (UPKWS) is one of Maharashtra’s most exciting tiger destinations — and it is ecologically connected to the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve via a natural wildlife corridor. If you are visiting Tadoba, a Karhandla jungle safari is the perfect complement to your wildlife trip.

About Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary

Spread across approximately 190 sq km spanning Nagpur and Bhandara districts of Maharashtra, UPKWS is famous for tigers, wild dogs (dholes), and the rare honey badger and pangolin. The sanctuary is located approximately 58 km from Nagpur and is part of the larger Tadoba-Andhari wildlife corridor.

Wildlife at Karhandla

Karhandla is famous for diverse wildlife including: Tigers (the celebrity tigress Jai is frequently sighted here), Wild Dogs (Dholes) — one of the rarest sightings in India, Leopards, Gaur (Indian Bison), Sloth Bears, Honey Badgers, Indian Pangolins, Sambar Deer, Spotted Deer, Nilgai and over 200 bird species.

Karhandla Jungle Safari Booking

• Gates: Gothangaon Gate (main entry), Karhandla Gate, Pauni Gate
• Safari type: Gypsy (open jeep) safari and canter (bus) safari
• Safari timings: Summer: 5:30 AM–10:00 AM / 3:30 PM–7:00 PM | Winter: 6:30 AM–11:00 AM / 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
• Best season: October to June (sanctuary closed during peak monsoon July–September)
• Online booking: Available via Maharashtra Forest Department portal
• ID required: Original government-issued photo ID for all passengers

How to Reach Karhandla from Tadoba

Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary is approximately 110 km from Tadoba (via Chandrapur–Nagpur road, approximately 2.5 hours). From Nagpur, Karhandla is approximately 58 km (1.5 hours). This makes a combined Tadoba + Karhandla trip very practical as a 2-night/3-night itinerary.

Combine Karhandla + Tadoba in One Wildlife Trip

Stay at IRAI Safari Retreat near Tadoba Moharli Gate and do a day trip to Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary — the two reserves are connected via the same tiger corridor, and many of the same animals — including individual tagged tigers — move between both sanctuaries.

Our team at IRAI Safari Retreat assists guests with planning and booking for both Tadoba and Karhandla safaris, making IRAI the perfect single base for a complete central Maharashtra wildlife experience. Call +91-8799916166 to plan your combined Tadoba + Karhandla itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions — Karhandla Jungle Safari

How far is Karhandla from Tadoba?

Karhandla (Umred-Pauni-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary) is approximately 110 km from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, roughly 2.5 hours by road via Chandrapur. Day trips from IRAI Safari Retreat near Tadoba are entirely practical.

Can I do both Karhandla and Tadoba in one trip?

Yes — both sanctuaries can be combined in a 3-4 day itinerary. Stay at IRAI Safari Retreat near Tadoba and our team can assist with planning a Karhandla day trip on Day 2 or Day 3 of your stay.

What animals can I see at Karhandla?

Karhandla is famous for tigers (especially the celebrity tigress Jai), wild dogs (dholes), leopards, gaur, sloth bears, honey badgers, pangolins and over 200 bird species. Wild dog (dhole) sightings at Karhandla are among the best in India.

How to book Karhandla jungle safari online?

Karhandla jungle safari can be booked through the Maharashtra Forest Department portal. Alternatively, contact IRAI Safari Retreat at +91-8799916166 and our team will assist with the complete booking process for both Tadoba and Karhandla safaris.

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