wildlife sanctuary
Satkosia Gorge
Angul and Nayagarh districts
Full day, or overnight at the eco-camp for a fuller experience
Central Odisha
Satkosia
A dramatic gorge where the Mahanadi river cuts through the Eastern Ghats, home to gharials, mugger crocodiles and forested hills.
Satkosia takes its name from the 'sat kosa' (seven-kosa, roughly 22 km) stretch of gorge the Mahanadi carves through forested hills, forming both a wildlife sanctuary and a striking river landscape. It combines river-boating with forest drives in a way few other Odisha reserves do.
It sees far fewer visitors than Similipal, making it a good choice for those wanting a quieter wildlife and river experience without the same permit pressure.
Why visit
- A dramatic Mahanadi river gorge cutting through forested hills
- Gharial and mugger crocodile conservation programme
- Combined river-boating and forest wildlife drives
- Quieter and less visited than Similipal
Things to do
- Boat ride through the Mahanadi gorge
- Forest drive in search of deer, wild boar and birdlife
- Visit the gharial rehabilitation centre
- Riverside camping or eco-lodge stay where available
By road
About 130 km from Bhubaneswar, roughly 3 hours via Angul or Nayagarh.
From Bhubaneswar
130 km, around 3 hours by road.
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Satkosia in pictures
Points of interest
Attractions in and around Satkosia
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Tour packages covering Satkosia
3 Days / 2 Nightsnature · wildlife · photography
Satkosia Nature Tour
Bhubaneswar — Satkosia
- Boat ride through the Satkosia Gorge on the Mahanadi
- Riverside forest walks
- Crocodile rehabilitation centre (subject to access)
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9 Days / 8 Nightswildlife · nature
Odisha Wildlife & Nature Circuit
Bhubaneswar — Baripada — Similipal — Bhitarkanika — Satkosia — Chilika
- Two nights inside the Similipal landscape with Barehipani and Joranda falls
- Mangrove boat safari in Bhitarkanika, home to large saltwater crocodiles
- Mahanadi gorge boating at Satkosia
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Cabs & transport
Cabs and transport for Satkosia
Outstation Cab from Odisha
Sedan, SUV or Tempo Traveller with chauffeur
- Capacity
- 3 – 17 passengers depending on vehicle chosen
- Luggage
- One large bag per passenger, more with a roof carrier
Subject to availability. Vehicle category is confirmed in writing at the time of booking.
SUV Cab Hire in Odisha
Mahindra Scorpio, Toyota Fortuner or equivalent
- Capacity
- 4 – 6 passengers
- Luggage
- 3 – 4 large bags
Subject to availability. Vehicle category is confirmed in writing at the time of booking.
Read before you go
Travel guides for Satkosia
Wildlife · 9 min read
Odisha Wildlife Guide: Similipal, Bhitarkanika and Satkosia
Similipal National Park's tiger reserve, Bhitarkanika's saltwater crocodile habitat and Satkosia's gorge sanctuary are Odisha's three principal wildlife destinations, each with government-controlled opening and permit rules.
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