Navegoan National Park extends to an area of 135 square kilometer. A picturesque lake with crystal clear water, stretching over an area of 11 sq. kms is set in the midst of hill ranges. It is indeed a refreshing package from the busy city life to enjoy the beauty of flying birds, greenery, and wildlife. Presence of the catchment area of the Katepurna reservoir attracts water birds. The Navegaon National Park is famous for the four-horned antelope and the barking deer as well. Of late, it is on its way to become the most visited sanctuaries in Maharastra. Surely, its collections of flora and fauna is getting better day by day and offers atrue heaven for the nature lovers.
Navegaon National Park – Introduction
Located in the Gondia, Maharashtra, Navegaon National Park is just at the right distance from the township. It consists of a deer park, an aviary and three beautifully landscaped gardens. It is makes it a beautiful place with water birds flying over the head all the time. The most commonly found species of animals include Samber, Barking deer, Wild Dog, Wild Boar, Chinkara, Blue Bull, Hyaena, Bear, Jungle Fowl, etc. nearly 60% of all the bird species found in Maharashtra are visible at this park.
Wildlife in Navegaon National Park
The Navegaon National Park has got a great variety of trees and animals. You can also join the Jungle Safari and stroll through the beautiful forest to view the Leopards, Sloth Bears, Gaurs, Sambars, Chitals and Langoors. Apart from this you can witness a lot of migratory birds, which have been the attraction of the national park. The major flora found in Navegaon National Park includes Teak, kalam,Tendu, Khair, Salai, Aola, asana,kulu, Terminenalia species, Bamboo, Bahada Moha, umbar, nana, Teude, Babul, Sal, Hiwar, Bija, Salaia, mango, Tendu, Koshimb, Dhawda, Khair, Casia Auriculata, Bel, Dhawada, etc.
Navegaon National Park - Tourist Information
Climate
The climate here in Navegaon National Park is hot and wet. It receives quite a bit of rainfall during the monsoons, which ranges form mid-June to September.
Best time to visit
The best Time to visit Navegaon National Park is from the month of October to the month of June. The climate during this period remains predictable and comfortable.
Getting There
By Air
The nearest airport to Navegaon National Park is at Nagpur that is 142 kilometers away from the park.
By Rail
The nearest railway station Deulgaon on Chandrapur-Gondia railway line is the 2 kilometers away from the park.
By Road
The Navegaon National Park is well connected to major cities of Maharastra such as Pune, Mumbai, Thane, Pavel, and many more.
