Dhakana - Kolkaz National Park, Chikaldara [Maharashtra]

Situated in the Vidharba region, this pretty little hill station offers an abundance of wildlife, viewpoints, lakes and waterfalls.

In fact, the Dhakana - Kolkaz National Park is famous for its tigers. The Melghat Tiger Project is located here. What's more, the cool, breezy climate of Chikaldara makes it an excellent place to repose in summer. The Semadoh Forest Lodge is a comfortable place to stay.

General lnformation

Best time to visit :

Summers

Accommodation :

MTDC Self contained rooms (10 Blocks) and Dormitory (1 Block for 50 tourists) is available. Semdoh Forest Lodge.

Checkout Time: 12.00 noon (MTDC) and 8.00 a.m. (privitised).

Reservation: Mumbai, Nagpur and Amravati.

Nearest Town :

Nagpur 230 kms.

How to get there :

By Air
Nearest airport is Nagpur.

By Rail
Nearest railhead is Badnera.

By Road
Mumbai - Chikaldara, 763 kms. Nagpur - Chikaldara, 230 kms. Amravati - Chikaldara, 100 kms.

State Transport buses ply from Amravati and Nagpur to Chikaldara.

MTDC provides you with water sport facilities at Chikaldara.

(District Amravati - 444 807, Tel.: MTDC (07220) 20234, 20263, Privitised (07220) 20215).