NANDANKANAN ZOOLOGICAL PARK
Barang, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Nandankanan Zoological Park is located 20 KM ahead of the capital city Bhubaneswar in Orissa. By sprawling across dense and tranquil forests of Chandaka, Nandankanan serves the first captive gharial breeding center of India. The name that literally means the "Garden of Pleasure" is the most picturesque park to bring an opportunity to discover unique flora and fauna flourishing in their most natural habitat.
The Nandankanan Zoological Park is also known as Nandankanan National Park where arrays of enthralling facility like boating, white tiger and lion safaris (safari in a sense to encounter these royal animals) reptile park, aerial ropeway and cable car at the zoological park which is a nocturnal animal house established for the wildlife lovers to get a penchant for wildlife. The zoo is home to about 1660 individual animals representing 166 species, including 67 species of mammals, 81 species of birds, and 18 species of reptiles.
Suggested time duration
5 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SundayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday | 07:30 AM | 05:30 PM | 50 | 30 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 100
- Monday is Holiday
Day - Timings - activities - price
| Day | Timings | Activities | Price(Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday |
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Safari | 500 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Bhubaneswar DTS Bus Stand |
17 KM | 18004194287 |
 Bhubaneswar Railway Station |
18 KM | 139 |
 Biju Patnaik International Airport |
18 KM | 916742596322 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
First Aid
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jujhagada | 2 KM |
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