Junona is Tadoba's quietest buffer gate, on the southern edge of the reserve near Chandrapur town. If you live in Nagpur and want a low-stress weekend safari without fighting the Moharli crowd, Junona is the pragmatic pick. Permits are easier to secure, infrastructure is basic-but-functional, and wildlife sightings have improved dramatically in the last two years.
Location
- From Nagpur:
- 155 km (3 hrs 30 min)
- From Chandrapur:
- 30 km (45 min)
- Nearest village:
- Junona village, Chandrapur district
Entry Schedule
- Morning safari
- 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM (summer) | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM (winter)
- Evening safari
- 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM (summer) | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM (winter)
Buffer gate — stays open during monsoon. Closed Tuesdays.
Daily permits
Junona runs a small buffer quota that rarely sells out. Exact numbers are set by the Forest Department and can vary with season.
Famous tigers & wildlife
- Resident tigress in the Junona-Mamla belt
- Male spillover from Moharli core
- Regular leopard and sloth bear sightings
Pick this gate if…
- ✓Weekend trippers from Nagpur / Chandrapur
- ✓Budget safaris
- ✓Last-minute bookings
- ✓Monsoon travel
Trade-offs
- —Lower tiger frequency than core zones
- —Fewer dedicated resorts — most stay at Chandrapur or Moharli
- —Gate facilities are basic
Season-by-season notes
All year
Junona's sighting rate is steady rather than seasonal. Best treated as a supplementary safari when core permits aren't available.
Where to stay
We have tie-ups with multiple vetted resorts within easy reach of this gate — across budget, mid, premium and luxury tiers. Tell us your dates, group size and budget on the contact page and we'll recommend the right property for your trip.
Frequently asked questions
Is Junona worth visiting?
For weekend trips or as a supplementary gate in a longer itinerary — yes. As your only Tadoba safari, pair it with a core gate.
How far is Junona from Chandrapur?
About 30 km — a 45-minute drive. Makes it the most accessible gate for Chandrapur-based travellers.
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