MANGROVE RETREAT NATURE CAMP (PURI) » AT A GLANCE

Located about 18 kms from the Maa Mangala Temple, Kakatpur, the Mangrove Retreat overlooks panoramic views of the Kadua River Mangrove Forest and Bay of Bengal. The place offers picturesque views of Casuarina dry deciduous forests, and Sporadic Olive ridley Sea Turtle Rookery with ample opportunities for bicycle trek and nature trails in Casuarina Forest. There are over 100 species of birds and numerous mammal species in the region, making it a perfect getaway for bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

 
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Recent Updates
  • Closure Of Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary For Day Visitors
    This is to inform all the Day Visitors / Tourists that Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary will remain closed for tourists /Day visitors from 01.07.2025 to 30.09.2025 (tentative) in accordance with regular management practice of the sanctuary. However the ecotourism complex at Gohirabala shall remain open for Night Stay visitors.
  • Satkosia Sands Resort Boating Closed
    Due To Heavy Rainfall The water level is rising at River Mahanadi for which Boating is closed at Sakosia Gorge Sanctuary from 07.07.2025 to 30.09.2025.
  • Closure Of Similipal Tiger Reserve from 01.07.2025
    This is to inform all the Visitors/ Tourists that Similipal Tiger Reserve will remain closed for tourists/visitors from 01.07.2025 for Monsoon. The date of re-opening will be notified and published in daily newspapers. However, the ecotourism complex at Jamuani, Gurgudia, Kumari, Barehipani and Ramtirtha shall remain open for Night Stay visitors.
  • Closure Of Bhitarakanika Nature Camp from 1 May 2025 to 31st July-2025
    Closure of Bhitarkanika National Park & Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary for Breeding and nesting Of Estuarine Crocodile and closure of online booking from 1 May 2025 to 31st July-2025