Odisha · East India

Satkosia travel guide

The Mahanadi’s 22 km gorge

Satkosia
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Best time
Oct–Apr
How long
2 days
Stay a night
₹1,500–6,000
Food a day
₹300–1,000
Nearest railhead
60 km away
Nearest airport
170 km away

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About Satkosia

Where the Mahanadi cuts a deep gorge through the Eastern Ghats — sand-beach camps, boat rides past gharials and muggers, and forest walks in the tiger reserve.

Things to do in Satkosia

  1. Satkosia Gorge Boat Ride

    2 h · ₹600 entry

    Boat along the Mahanadi gorge.

  2. Tikarpada Gharial Centre

    45 min · ₹20 entry

    Gharial breeding centre on the river.

  3. Badmul Riverside Camp

    2 h · Free

    Sand beach where the gorge begins.

  4. Satkosia Forest Trek

    3 h · ₹300 entry

    Guided walks in the reserve.

Where to stay in Satkosia

  • Satkosia Sands & eco-camps

    ₹2,500–6,000 incl. meals

    Riverside tents run by the forest department.

What to eat

  • Camp meals

    local dish

    Odia meals by the river.

Good to know

  • Book eco-camps on the Satkosia ecotourism site.
  • Closed during the monsoon.

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