Nagzira is a beautiful forest located in central India. It is often known as the Green Oasis of Maharashtra.The Sanctuary harbors beautiful landscapes, ranging from hills, bamboo forests to lush green meadows. The sanctuary has a diversity of plant community.  The major forest type is “Southern Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests”.

Nagzira is home to 34 species of mammals and 166 species of birds.  It is also home to 36 species of Reptiles and 49 species of butterflies.

Of the mammals, the most commonly sighted are the Langurs, the Spotted Deers and the Sambar. The elusive Mouse Deer is also sighted here.  Large herds of Indian Bison are also seen in Nagzira. You can see these herds early morning near the Lake inside the forest. Other herbivores seen in the forest include Four Horned Antelope, Barking deer, Hares etc.

Tiger, although a top most predator and the main attraction, is difficult to sight in Nagzira. According to the recent census (2015), there are around 8-10 Tigers in and around Nagzira. The Bamboo vegetation also hinders the visibility to spot these beautiful creatures.

But what it lacks in the number of one big cat, Nagzira more than makes up with the number of its younger cousin, the Leopard.

Leopards abound in Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary. There are around 40-50 leopards in and around the sanctuary. You can hear the leopards moving around the vicinity of the campus, inside the forest, at night.

Another predator which is very common in Nagzira is Wild Dogs.  Quite a number of visitors have been lucky to see them hunt and devour their prey. It is an ideal and suitable place to observe and study these hunters.

You can also spot the good old bruin, bear in this forest. Civet cat and fishing cat are also found here.

Birds abound in Nagzira. Migratory birds can be seen from the months of October- February.You can see the Created Serpent Eagle, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Oriental Honey Buzzard, Grey headed Fish Eagle in this forest. Spotted owlets, collared scoops owl, Indian eagle owl and Jungle owlet are also seen here.The Oriole, Indian pitta, Orange headed thrush, Rufous Tree pie, Jungle Babbler etc are the commonly found birds in this forest.

But the major attraction of this sanctuary is the accommodation which is available deep inside the forest, near the lake. You get to stay inside the forest, close to nature. The fun and adventure in staying inside the forest can be only experienced and Nagzira provides one such opportunity to nature lovers.

There are rest houses, holiday homes and family suite options available. A 32 bed dormitory is also available inside the forest.

All these accommodation facility is provided by the forest department. All the rooms are good, clean and well maintained.  You can book the accommodation from the maha eco tourism website.

Food is served by the canteen situated within this campus. The food served here is vegetarian and is healthy. They take good care of their guests with regards to the facilities provided in the campus.