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Whenever it comes to spending some relaxing moments away from the hustle and bustle of life and the noise of metropolitan cities, the first place that comes to the mind of nature lovers are the places nestled in the lap of lush green forests and mountains. Nandankanan Zoological Park, located near Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha in the eastern part of India, is such a magical and charming place, which looks no less beautiful than any mountain valley. The gurgling lakes, dense moonlight forests and the unique world of wildlife make this place a paradise for tourists. If you are planning to visit this amazing wildlife sanctuary and boating spot from the country’s capital Delhi, then this article is going to be extremely helpful for you. Let us know how to reach Nandan Kanan Zoo from Delhi, what is the right way to visit here and how much can this entire trip cost.
Nandan Kanan Zoo, spread in the Barang region of Odisha, is not just an ordinary zoo, but it is also a huge botanical garden and wildlife sanctuary. Being situated on the border of Chandaka forest and on the banks of beautiful Kanjhiya Lake, the environment here feels like a mountain tourist destination. This is the first zoo in the world where white tigers and melanistic lions were successfully bred. Tourists coming here can enjoy jungle safari (tiger safari, lion safari, bear safari), boating in Kanjhiya lake and toy train ride at one place. The greenery all around and the calm body of water refreshes the mind of the tourists, making this place a great option to visit with family and friends.
The distance from the country’s capital Delhi to Nandan Kanan (Bhubaneswar, Odisha) is approximately 1300 to 1400 kilometers, and you have many best means of travel available to reach here. If you want to travel by train, there are direct express and Rajdhani trains running daily from New Delhi or Anand Vihar railway station to Bhubaneswar, which will take you to Bhubaneswar railway station in about 20 to 24 hours. Also, if you are short on time and want to reach early, you can take a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI Airport) to Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport, which has a flight duration of around 2 hours. The distance of Nandan Kanan Zoo from Bhubaneswar Airport or Railway Station is just 17 to 20 kilometers, from where you can easily reach in just 30 to 45 minutes via taxi, auto or local AC buses (Mo Bus).
Before setting out on any journey, it is very important to estimate the budget correctly so that there is no financial problem during the journey. The ticket price for entry to Nandan Kanan Zoo is very affordable i.e. around Rs 50 per person for adults, while it is even lower for children. If you want to enjoy Tiger Safari, Lion Safari or Bear Safari, then for this you have to pay an additional fee of Rs 60 to 100 per person. The facility of battery operated vehicle (BOV) or guide is also available to roam inside the zoo, the cost of which is nominal. If you travel by 3rd AC train from Delhi, stay in a local hotel and add food and safari expenses, the total budget per person can come to around Rs 6,000 to 9,000, which may increase slightly if you go by flight.
The most ideal time to visit Nandan Kanan Zoo is considered to be between October to March because during this time the weather here remains very pleasant and cool, due to which you can enjoy the entire park without any fatigue. The zoo is closed on Mondays, so plan your trip between Tuesday and Sunday. Apart from walking inside the park, definitely enjoy battery car or boating as this will give you a chance to get closest to nature. Be sure to carry comfortable shoes, drinking water and a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun. A trip to this beautiful place nestled in the lap of nature will prove to be one of the most memorable and stress-free experiences of your life, where you will get to see a wonderful world at low cost.