Eco-Tourism Facility
Dangmal Nature Camp & Information Center
Rajnagar, Kendrapara
About this place
Dangmal Information Center and Nature Camp functions as the central hub for Bhitarkanika exploration. The facility includes a crocodile hatchery where visitors observe various life stages of saltwater crocodiles, a small museum with wildlife exhibits, ticketing counter for boat safaris, coffee shop, restrooms, and boating point for creek access.
Why it matters
Central hub for Bhitarkanika exploration and crocodile breeding facility
Forest camp established c. 2005; Crocodile Research Centre 1975
couple friendlyfamily friendlygroup friendlykid friendlysolo friendlycrowded on weekendsinstagrammableoffbeatmuseumnight visit allowedwinter bestforest
Getting there
Nearest railway
Bhadrak RS (80 km)
Nearest airport
Biju Patnaik Intl Airport, Bhubaneswar (155 km)
By road
Moderate — road to Rajnagar/Gupti, then Forest Dept boat (45 min)
Plan your visit
6:00 AM – 10:00 PMClosed: None (closed May 1–Jul 31)
12–48 hours needed
₹200 entry
November-February (non-closure months for park)
Moderate
Kid friendly Photo spot 9/10