Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary: a traveller's guide
Gate names, safari timings, the Tuesday closure, the best season and how to get here, from the team that hosts safari guests at Tipeshwar.
Tipeshwar gate names: new and former
The Wildlife Department has renamed Tipeshwar's gates. You'll still hear the old names locally and in older reviews:
- Nandai Gate was formerly known as Mathani Gate.
- Bhavankhori Gate was formerly known as Kodori Gate.
- Tipeshwar Gate was formerly known as Sunna Gate.
| Current gate name | Former name | Maya Stays |
|---|---|---|
| Nandai Gate | Mathani Gate | Nandai · Mathani Gate — approx. 5 minutes away |
| Bhavankhori Gate | Kodori Gate | Bhavankhori · Kodori Gate — approx. 12 minutes away |
| Tipeshwar Gate | Sunna Gate | Tipeshwar · Sunna Gate — coming soon |
Safari timings
| Period | Morning safari | Afternoon safari |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct – 31 Oct | 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
| 1 Nov – 29 Feb | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| 1 Mar – 30 Apr | 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
| 1 May – 30 Jun | 5:30 AM – 9:30 AM | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Timings are determined by the Wildlife Department and may change due to seasonal, weather, forest or administrative conditions.
Tuesday closure
Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is normally closed for regular safaris on Tuesdays, subject to Wildlife Department updates.
Best time to visit
October to June is generally the preferred period for Tipeshwar safaris. Monsoon safaris may also operate depending on current forest conditions and Wildlife Department rules.
Booking a safari
Online booking
Regular online booking may sometimes still be available one day before the safari, depending on permit availability. Availability is never guaranteed.
VIP / Priority safari
When regular tickets are unavailable, a VIP/Priority safari may sometimes be arranged one day in advance, subject to availability, Wildlife Department regulations and applicable charges, paid at the gate. If the safari doesn't take place, no safari payment is made at the gate.
Help from Maya Stays
Staying guests get complimentary safari-booking assistance, with no service fee. See what's included →
Gypsy capacity
Up to 6 adults + 2 children below 8 years per Gypsy, subject to current Wildlife Department rules.
Naturalist-guide
Experienced naturalist-guides can be arranged for ₹500 per Gypsy, per safari, at Nandai, Bhavankhori or Tipeshwar Gate, subject to availability.
Photographers
Naturalists can help with tracking, behaviour and positioning where regulations permit. Bring your own equipment; charging points are available at our stays.
Wildlife sightings
Tipeshwar is a natural wildlife habitat. Tiger and other wildlife sightings depend on animal movement, weather, forest conditions and chance. Maya Stays cannot guarantee sightings of any particular species.
How to reach Tipeshwar
| Route | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad → Nandai · Mathani Gate | Approx. 364 km | About 7 hours |
| Hyderabad → Bhavankhori · Kodori Gate | Approx. 330 km | About 6 hours |
| Nagpur → Nandai · Mathani Gate | Approx. 181 km | About 3.5 hours |
| Nagpur → Bhavankhori · Kodori Gate | Approx. 180 km | About 3.5 hours |
Distances and drive times are approximate. Planning from Hyderabad? See our trip guide →
- Preferred railway station
- Adilabad
- Preferred airport
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur
- Transfers
- Pick-up/drop from Nagpur Airport, Nagpur Railway Station, Adilabad, Yavatmal and Hyderabad through our third-party travel partners, charged separately
- Road
- Fully paved to both stays; normal passenger cars are fine
- Mobile network
- Jio and BSNL generally work best; signal can vary
Stay at the safari gate
Tell us your dates, group size and preferred gate. Our team replies between 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Messages received after 9:00 PM may be acknowledged, but responses can begin after 9:00 AM the following day.
How booking works
- Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or through our form.
- We confirm room availability and the tariff.
- You upload the primary guest's ID through a secure link.
- You pay a 20% advance by UPI or bank transfer and share the payment proof.
- We verify it and send your booking confirmation (PDF) on WhatsApp.