Debrigarh Nature Camp

Debrigarh Nature Camp is an ecotourism accommodation inside Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargarh district, Odisha, on the banks of the Hirakud Reservoir. Managed by Odisha Ecotourism and the Forest Department, it offers cottages and tented stays within a dry deciduous forest known for wildlife, birdlife and reservoir views. It is notable for guided jungle safaris, boat safaris and its association with the historic Debrigarh fort area.

Visitors can expect a forest stay inside Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary with cottages overlooking the Hirakud Reservoir. The setting includes dry deciduous forest, reservoir backwaters and small islands. Visitors can explore through guided jeep safaris, boat safaris on the reservoir, nature walks and trekking trails, with opportunities to see deer, bison, leopards, bears and migratory birds. Facilities include an on-site restaurant and guided services.

Debrigarh area is historically noted as a base used by freedom fighter Veer Surendra Sai during the 1857 uprising, who operated from the forested hills and the old Debrigarh fort within the present sanctuary. The sanctuary was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1985 and later developed for ecotourism around the Hirakud Reservoir formed by the Hirakud Dam completed in 1957.

The sanctuary and reservoir area reflects the cultural landscape of western Odisha, with nearby Sambalpuri traditions and communities living around the Hirakud Reservoir. The nature camp promotes community-based ecotourism involving local guides and hospitality services.