2026 guide — permits, timings, famous tigers, and how to plan.
Khutwanda is the quieter neighbour to Moharli on Tadoba's south-eastern edge. It shares routes into the same core zones — but fewer visitors have heard of it, which means lower competition for permits and less jeep traffic inside. For leopard and sloth bear enthusiasts especially, recent seasons at Khutwanda have been remarkable.
Location — Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
From Nagpur:
150 km (3.5 hrs)
From Chandrapur:
55 km (1 hr 15 min)
Nearest village:
Khutwanda village, Chimur tehsil
Entry Schedule — Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
Morning safari
6:00 AM – 10:00 AM (summer) | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM (winter)
Closed Tuesdays. Core zones shut in monsoon (July–Sept).
Daily permits
Khutwanda runs a smaller quota than Moharli and Kolara — exact counts are set by the Forest Department per season. Permits are typically easier to secure here.
Famous tigers & wildlife at Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
Tigers from the Khari and Khutwanda zones rotate through this gate
Leopard sightings particularly strong in Khari zone
Sloth bear family regularly reported near Panchdhara waterhole
Pick Khutwanda Gate if…
✓Leopard and sloth bear enthusiasts
✓Photographers who've already done Moharli and Kolara
✓Travellers seeking permits during peak season (less competition)
✓Repeat visitors looking to explore a less-common gate
Trade-offs at Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
—Lower tiger-sighting frequency than Moharli or Kolara
—Very few dedicated resorts nearby — most guests stay at Moharli
—Gate infrastructure is basic
Season-by-season notes — Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
Summer (March–June)
Best tiger-sighting probability via Khari zone. Leopards become more visible as understorey thins.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Excellent for sloth bear and ungulate photography. Quieter than Moharli on weekends.
Where to stay near Khutwanda Gate Tadoba
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.
Packages that visit Khutwanda Gate
Curated trips that include safaris at Khutwanda or sibling gates of the same reserve.
Khutwanda's tiger sighting rates are lower than Moharli and Kolara, but it compensates with stronger leopard and sloth bear records. Best picked as a supplementary gate, not a primary one.
How many jeeps are allowed at Khutwanda?
Around 20 jeeps per slot — the smallest quota among Tadoba's main core gates. Permits are usually easier to secure here, even during peak months.
Where do most visitors stay for Khutwanda safaris?
Most stay at Moharli-area resorts (a 15–20 minute drive) since dedicated Khutwanda accommodation is limited.
Ready to book a Khutwanda Gate safari?
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