Bhitarkanika at a Glance
The Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary is one of India’s biggest estuarine crocodile habitats and a major coastal eco-system. It was declared as a National Park because of its ecological, faunal, floral, geomorphological and zoological association and importance and for the purpose of protection in 1998. In April 1975, ex-zamindari forests of Kanika Raj were constituted and declared as Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary by State Government of Odisha.
Best Time to Visit Bhitarkanika
The summer season hails from March to June.
The rainy season starting from the month of June and extending till October gives tough times to the travelers.
Winter that falls in the months of October to March is a pleasant time to witness the ultimate beauty of the National Park.