Kolara is a core gate on the Chimur side of Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve and a gate reached by road from Nagpur through Chimur. This guide covers its location, access, booking rules and how to plan a stay and safaris around it. No gate guarantees sightings, and this page does not suggest otherwise.
Sources and dates. Booking rules, closures and cruiser details are from the official booking portal, read on 22 October 2026. Gate location is from Google Maps, checked on the same date.
Kolara gate at a glance
| Item | What the sources say |
|---|---|
| Gate type | Core gate. The portal’s zone list names Kolara as one of four zones. |
| Location | Near Chimur, Chandrapur district (Google Maps: Kolara Gate – TATR, Tekadi Mandavzari, 442903). |
| Regular gypsy booking | Online on the official portal, up to 120 days ahead. |
| Weekly closure | Core zone closed on Tuesdays. |
| Buffer gates in the Kolara area | Kolara Chauradeo, Alizanza and Madnapur. Buffer zone is closed on Wednesdays. |
| 9-seater cruiser | Offered at Moharli Core and Kolara Core only, for Chandrapur district locals only, individual seats only. The portal lists the Kolara booking address as the Forest Range Office, Chimur, 442903, in front of Lonkar Petrol Pump. |
Location and access
Kolara is reached through Chimur. Road estimates from Nagpur to the Kolara gate are in the range of about 100 to 110 km and roughly two to two and a half hours, using the Umred and Chimur approach. Transfer times depend on your arrival point, selected safari gate and road conditions. We confirm the appropriate route when planning your itinerary.
Planning from Nagpur
- Arrival: avoid scheduling a safari straight after a flight or train. Our Nagpur arrival guide covers airport and station arrivals.
- Safari start times: morning entry runs from 5:30 am to 6:30 am depending on the season. Check the official timings before choosing where to stay.
- One gate per safari: plan each safari through a single gate, and we will confirm any move between gates when we plan your itinerary.
Where to stay near Kolara
Stays on this side are generally found around Kolara, Tekadi Mandavzari and Chimur. Before you book any stay, ask for its map location and the drive time to the gate you will use. See our resorts and accommodation guide, or send us your dates for suggestions matched to your gate.
Core and buffer planning around Kolara
- Core safaris through the Kolara core gate are closed on Tuesdays. Fees depend on booking window and weekday or weekend; see safari fees explained.
- Buffer safaris in this area use gates such as Kolara Chauradeo, Alizanza and Madnapur and are closed on Wednesdays. The timings page lists the three buffer slots.
- Mixing zones: a stay of two or three nights can combine core and buffer safaris while avoiding the closure days. See the core vs buffer guide.
- Booking early: bookings open 120 days ahead and core fees are higher in the 60 to 120 day window. We do not publish or promise availability.
Itinerary ideas
These are planning frameworks, not fixed packages or prices, and depend on permit availability.
| Stay | Shape of the trip | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 nights | Transfer from Nagpur on the first day, rest, then safaris on the second day and a morning safari before departure if timing allows. | Short breaks from Nagpur. |
| 3 nights | Two safari days mixing core and buffer, avoiding Tuesday core and Wednesday buffer. | First-time visitors who prefer an unhurried pace. |
Common questions about Kolara gate
Is Kolara convenient from Nagpur?
Kolara is reached by road from Nagpur through Chimur, with an estimated road time of around two to two and a half hours. Times vary with traffic, and we confirm the route when planning your trip.
Does Kolara guarantee a tiger sighting?
No. Sightings are never guaranteed at any gate.
Can tourists book the cruiser at Kolara?
The portal says the 9-seater cruiser is only for Chandrapur district locals. Other visitors use the regular gypsy safari.
What is the last entry time?
The portal says last entry is allowed up to 2 hours after the scheduled safari time, but exit times are fixed, so a late entry shortens your safari.
Planning a Kolara safari? Tell us your dates and group size and we will suggest a gate, stay and safari mix.
Related: Moharli gate guide, all gates and zones, safari fees, safari timings and the booking guide.
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