Nandanvan Nature Centre

Nandanvan Nature Centre, also known as Nandanvan Jungle Safari and Zoo, is a forest department-managed nature park in Sector 39, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Spread over forested land, it combines a zoo, jungle safari, rescue centre and boating lake. Notable for its tiger safari, herbivore safari, diverse wildlife enclosures and eco-tourism facilities, it serves as a major recreational and educational wildlife destination near Raipur.

Visitors can expect a managed forested park with fenced wildlife enclosures, drive-through jungle safaris for tigers, lions, bears and herbivores, a zoo area with diverse animals and birds, a boating lake, toy train, walking trails and landscaped gardens. The setting is open woodland with safari tracks, viewing points and visitor amenities. Activities include safari rides, boating, wildlife viewing and photography in designated areas.

Developed by the Chhattisgarh Forest Department as part of the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar development and inaugurated in 2016, the centre was created to promote wildlife conservation, rescue and rehabilitation, education and eco-tourism, integrating a zoo, safari and breeding centre on former forest land.

Serves as an educational and recreational centre promoting awareness of Chhattisgarh's biodiversity, wildlife conservation and eco-tourism for local communities and visitors