Bhubaneswar: Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district will reopen to tourists on Nov 1 for the 2026-27 tourist season, forest authorities announced.The office of the field director, Similipal Tiger Reserve-cum-regional chief conservator of forests, Baripada, issued a notification stating that the reserve will welcome visitors again after its annual monsoon closure.One of Odisha’s premier wildlife destinations, Similipal attracts thousands of tourists, wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers every year. The reserve, which is part of the Similipal Biosphere Reserve, is home to tigers, elephants, leopards, deers and several other species of flora and fauna.Tourist activities remain suspended during the monsoon months due to safety concerns and to allow forest habitats to regenerate. After the reopening, visitors will be able to explore the reserve’s dense forests, waterfalls and wildlife-rich landscapes.
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