Safari Zones and Entry Gates

Core and buffer: both are real forest experiences

The core and buffer areas serve different management purposes, but both can provide rewarding wildlife encounters. It is incorrect to assume that tiger sightings are restricted to core zones. Wildlife movements are not confined to tourism labels.

Choosing a gate

Gate choice should reflect where you are staying, travel time, permit availability and your overall safari schedule. Moharli and Kolara are well-known access areas, while other gates serve different parts of the landscape.

Planning a balanced itinerary

Where permits and logistics allow, a mix of core and buffer safaris offers varied habitats and routes. No zone or gate can guarantee a tiger sighting.