About Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve — Dubri Gateway
Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve is a protected tiger reserve in Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, accessed via the Dubri Gateway near Dubri village. Formed by combining Sanjay National Park and Dubri Wildlife Sanctuary, it covers over 1,674 sq km of dry deciduous forest along the Banas and Gopad rivers. Notable for tiger, leopard, sloth bear and diverse birdlife, it offers jeep safaris through core and buffer zones in a relatively less-crowded central Indian forest landscape.
Visitors guide
Visitors entering via Dubri Gateway can expect a forested reserve of sal and mixed deciduous woodland, riverine tracts and grasslands. The experience centers on guided open-jeep safaris in core and buffer zones for wildlife viewing, including tiger, leopard, chital, sambar, nilgai and over 300 bird species. Facilities are basic and forest-oriented with entry gate, guide allocation and forest rest houses. The setting is remote and natural with limited commercial development.
Key highlights
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Tiger reserve formed from Sanjay National Park and Dubri Wildlife Sanctuary covering 1,674 sq km
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Dubri Gateway as primary entry point for safaris in the Madhya Pradesh side of the reserve
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Habitat for Bengal tiger, leopard, sloth bear, wild dog and chinkara
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Landscape of dry deciduous forest intersected by Banas and Gopad rivers