Nagzira wildlife sanctuary is located in the Bhandara district of Maharashtra at 21°15'24"N°801'30"E. This sanctuary has a number of fish, 34 species of mammals, 166 species of birds, 36 species of reptiles and four species of amphibians. The invertebrate fauna includes, besides a number of insects and ant species. Wild animals found here are the tiger, bison, sambar, nilgai, chital, wild boar, sloth bear and wild dog. There are also ten tigers, panthers and one elephant.

Climate

Visiting Timings: October 1 - January 31 -- 7 am to 6 pm. February 1 - June 15 - 7 am to 7 pm. June 16 - September 30 -- CLOSED Weather: For most of the year, temperatures are moderate and pleasant. The best time to visit is during October onwards till June

Location

The nearest airport is Nagpur (~120 km). Close by rail stations are Nagpur (~120 km), Gondia (~45 km) and Tiroda (~20km). In May 2012, the sanctury installed solar powered holes to do away with the hassle of regular filling of drinking water for animals. Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) implemneted the project. Nearby attraction includes Navegaon National Park (50 km), Itiadoh Dam (65 km), Tibetan Camp at Gothangaon (60 km) and Pratapgad (70 km)

How to Reach

Getting there : The nearest airport is Nagpur.
The nearest bus stand is TIRORA, 16 km away.
Close by rail stations are Nagpur (122 km), Gondia (45 km) and TIRORA (20 km).