National Chambal Sanctuary — Deori Centre

National Chambal Sanctuary — Deori Centre is the Madhya Pradesh gateway to the tri-state National Chambal Sanctuary along the Chambal River. Located near Deori village in Morena district, it protects a pristine riverine ecosystem established in 1979 for conservation of the critically endangered gharial. The sanctuary is notable for gharials, Gangetic dolphins, Indian skimmers, and migratory birds, offering boat safaris through ravines and sandbanks in a largely undisturbed natural landscape.

Visitors at Deori Centre can expect a riverine sanctuary experience centered on boat safaris on the Chambal River. The setting features sandy banks, ravines and clear river water with opportunities to see gharials basking, mugger crocodiles, Gangetic river dolphins, turtles and numerous resident and migratory birds. The centre has a basic interpretation and entry point with forest staff, boat jetty and viewing areas. Exploration is primarily by guided motorboat along designated river stretches with limited walking trails on the banks.