Mandasaru Valley Nature Camp, Daringbadi, Kandhamal

Mandasaru Nature Camp is located at the top of Manda Hill, about 30 km distance from Daringbadi and 75 km from Phulbani Town. It is surrounded by dense tropical moist deciduous forests. The Mandasaru Gorge ecosystem is located in the eastern part of the Kandhamal District of Odisha. It is one of the last kept secret wildernesses of India. The highest peak at Manda Hill was recorded at 3280 feet above sea level. It is considered the Silent Valley of Odisha due to its frequent weather changes, mesmerizing beauty and rich biodiversity. The Mandasaru Hill station is Very Popular among the hills of Odisha. 

The Mandasaru Gorge is locally known as Gdang Kutti and houses six waterfalls two are perennial, and the rest are non-perennial. The Water from the four falls – Beingumaha, Kaadigdapa, Prisibrunda and Keragaadu forms the Naputimaha perennial stream. The waterfalls flow down the gorge and the forest to finally meet one of the tributaries of Rusikulya. The accommodation Mandasaru Valley Nature Camp is located at the hilltop with a panoramic view of the Mandasaru Gorge. There are two watchtowers, a children’s park, a plantation, a dining hall, four cottages, a watchtower room and a Grotto within the resort area. Mandasaru Nature Camp is the best tourist attraction place near Daringbadi.

Mandasaru Valley has an eco-resort for tourist accommodation. This place is a great pleasure to watch Mountain Point stand up and see the views of many nearby hills. A large number of tourists come here for winter picnics in the mountains. When the clouds touch the mountains of the valley, it enchants tourists. Mandasaru Valley Nature Camp is one of the most popular tourist places in the Kandhamal district. 

Mandasaru Waterfall offers visitors a peaceful escape from the urban, with its soothing waterfall sounds and misty surroundings. The place is also popular among nature and adventure lovers and provides opportunities for trekking and exploring nearby trails. Mandasaru Nature Camp provides well-maintained eco-cottages and wooded tents with basic amenities, allowing tourists to stay comfortably within the forest while experiencing the beauty of nature up close.

Mandasaru Nature Camp Price & Facilities

  • Mandasaru Nature Camp Price: Wooden cottage Non A/C Double Bedded Room for 2 Adults is 3000 Per day. (exclude tax)
  • Watchtower Room Cottage Non A/C Double Bedded Room for 2 Adults Price is 2000 Per day. (exclude tax)
  • The tariff includes complimentary lunch, dinner, and breakfast. An entry fee of Rs. 00.00 per day will be applied extra.
  • The facility to accommodate one extra person (4-18) is available for this accommodation on payment of Rs 1000 per day.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are complimentary and limited to the number of people named on the ticket.
  • Children from 4 to 18 years accommodated the parents will be charged extra at the destination as per the tariff.
  • The visitor has to take a print copy of the accommodation booking and entry ticket along with proof of identity.
  • The operation of AC at the location is subject to electricity availability.
  • Check-in at noon and check-out at 10 am morning.
  • You can book a maximum of 8 adults at a time.
  • Mandasaru Nature Camp booking through the online Odisha government website
  • All rooms with attached Western Bathrooms
  • Hot Water geysers in bathrooms
  • Views of surrounding hills and Mandasaru Gorge
  • Arrangements for short treks
  • Dining Hall and Kitchen
  • Barbecue arrangements for guests (extra chargeable) Source

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Opening Time

Mandasaru Nature Camp open timings is Everyday Morning 10 am to Evening 6 pm

Best Time to visit

The best time to visit Mandasaru Nature Camp is from November to June.

Nearest Bus Stop

The nearest Bus stop is Daringbadi, which is located around 33 KM distance from Mandasaru Nature Camp

Nearest Railway Station

The Nearest Railway Station is Berhampur, which is located around 152 KM distance from Mandasaru Nature Camp.

Nearest Airport

The Nearest Airport is Bhubaneswar, which is located around 248 KM distance from Mandasaru Nature Camp.