Rich in flora and fauna, this place borders the Mahanadi River along the Satkosia gorge, which also includes the Gharial Chrocodile Sanctuary of Tikarpara. A stay at Tikarpara and cruise along the 25 km long gorge with beautiful forests on either side is a memorable experience. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Gania which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest Bank to the spot.

This small village is prominent due to the mangnificent Mahandi gorge on the banks of which it is situated. From Sunakania hills up to Barmul, the course of the river is known as the Satakosia Ganda (Gorge), having a water spread of about 22 km. Barmul, 110 km from Bhubaneswar, is an ideal place for an outing. Satakosia Gorge is a biological refuge and is considered as an important biographical stepping stone in the link between forest species of Central Indian and South India. Satkosia has significant genetic and ecological importance as is the wet portion of the Decan Zone. It is famous for its unique gorge eco system and for being a beautiful picnic spot. Tourists can avail medical facilities at Gania CHC which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest nationalized bank which tourists can avail for banking facilities.

Dasapalla is situated 40 kms from Nayagrah, where we can find forests with incredibly lush flora and fauna. Dasapalla is famous for its jungles, animals and trees. Here the Government has constructed a water project named Kuanria Dam. It is one of the most interesting picnic spots. A deer park close to Kuanria is another attraction. Dasapalla is famous for Mahabir Temple. The Lankapodi festival is observed here. Tourists can available medical facility at CHC, Madhyakhanda which is nearest to the place. SBI Dasapalla and UCO bank are the nearest Banks to the spot.

Just 8 kms from Baramul, inside the Mahanadi Wildlife Division Sanctuary, is a place called Kuturi which houses the Habitat Development Centre for facilitating natural breeding of wild animals. This area contains a pond, salt lake, fodder variety Napier grass and an orchard with varieties of indigenous decorative and medicinal plants. There are cottages, watch towers from where one can watch the free movement and activities of animals during nights. These two places of Nayagarh district are famous for their natural beauty and artistic excellence. These are lovely picnic spots under cool mango groves and other shady trees by the side of a hillock. Picturesquely carved out of the big mountains, these two places create an impression of a zoological park where animals move in their natural habitat. These relaxing spots surrounded by nature preserves a variety of indigenous plants, both decorative and medicinal. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Gania which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest Bank to the spot.

It is situated near Sidhamula village, Sidhamula Grampanchayat in Khandapara Block. The temple of Gokulananda is situated on top of a hill on the bank of river Mahanadi. It is founded by late Sri Baba Swami Ram Laxman Dash Maharaja. It is nice to watch the panaromic view of the hill and flowing water of Mahanadi from the hill as well as from Sidhamula bridge. The hill is full of tall trees and medicinal plants. There is nearly 1KM of plane surface with full of greenery on bottom of the Hill on the bank of river Mahanadi suitable for cooking as well as playing games which attracts most of the local and nearby district tourists to this place. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Gania which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest Bank to the spot.

At the foot of Sulia hills, 32 kms from Nayagarh stands the shrine of Sri Dutikeswar Mahadev. A centuries-old Banyan Tree popularly known as kalpabata stands magnanimoitsly in front of the temple adjoining a pond. Temples dedicated to Goddess Bana Durga, the Sun God and Astabhuja (eight armed Goddess Durga) are found within the temple complex. Odagaon, at a distance of 5 kms is the nearest bus stop to reach Jamupatana. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Odagaon which is nearest to the place. SBI Odagaon is the nearest Bank to the spot.

Standing elegantly on the banks of the river Mahanadi, Kantilo is famous for the temple of Lord Nilamadhaba, on top of the twin hills with surrounding green forests. Lord Nilamadhaba occupies a prominent position in the cult of Lord Jagannath. This temple is a miniature form of the Sri Jagannath Temple at Puri and observes similar rites rituals. One can also find amazing brass and bell metal crafts here, which are lovingly carried by many visitors as souvenirs. A permanent flow of holy water flows from the feet of Lord Nilamadhaba. Lord Siddheswar is also a highlight of this place. Kantilo is one of the most popular picnic spots in Orissa and is 100 kms away from the State capital, Bhubaneswar and 33 kms from Nayagarh town. Maghasaptami is celebrated here on a grand scale. Brass and Bellmetal utensils are famous here. Tourists can avail medical facility at PHC, Kantilo which is nearest to the place. SBI Kantilo is the nearest Bank to the spot.

Kuanria, a picturesque getaway, about 50 kms from Nayagarh, comprises of a huge reservoir flanked by blue hillocks and a 1.5 kms long dam over River Kuanria. Among the top attractions is a large deer park spread over 6 acres by the river basin. The park is home to about 160 numbers of spotted deer, barking deer and sambar. A large number of migratory birds also flock to this reservoir during winters. The tranquil beauty of the hills, river, forests and the deer park make the place a much sought after retreat by the tourists. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Madyakhanda and CHC Khandapada which are nearest to the place. SBI Dasapalla is the nearest Bank to the spot.

Situated 90 kms away from Bhubaneswar, between two steep hill ranges, Nayagarh houses the district headquarters. Abounding in natural beauty, this town is also famous for many historic places and ancient temples prominent among which are the shrines of Dakshinakali, the living Shakti-peeth and Sri Jagannath Tempie. Built between 1788 and 1808 A.D, the Jagannath Temple here, reflects Kalingan style of architecture. The presiding deity is worshiped in the form of Dadhibamana.Nayagarh is the base from where one can conveniently travel to numerous scenic, religious and legendary places which the district is endowed with. Tourists can avail medical facility at District Head Quarter hospital, Nayagarh. SBI Nayagarh and some other nationalized banks along with some private banks are available to provide Banking facilities to the tourists.

Located about 55kms from Nayagarh, Panchupaili Pargana is an enchanting destination with serenity nestled amidst natures tranquility. The meeting place of River Mahanadi and River Brutang, this piace enfolds the picturesque shrines of Sri Gupteswar Mahadev, Sri Sri Navagunjara Jiu and Goddess Kalapat Thakurani. Different cultural events organized here diroughout the year keep the festive charm of this piace intact. Panchupalli is well connected to good tourist accommodations and provides excellent scope for rural tourism. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Gania which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest Bank to the spot.

When it comes to natural beauty juxtaposed with historical heritage, Ranapur situated at a distance of 28 kms from Nayagarh, holds special relevance. The place offers numerous pleasant gateways to tourists. The splendid Temple of goddess Maninag atop the Mainak hill is famous as a living Shakti-peeth. Besides, Ranapur also has many other popular shrines like Asurakumari Temple near a scenic waterfall and the Jagannath Temple which is flocked by many devotees during Rathyatra.Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Ranpur which is nearest to the place. SBI Ranpur is the nearest Bank to the spot.

Located 14 kms away from Nayagarh, Sarankul stands proud with the 15th century shrine of Sri Ladukeswar, popularly known as Ladu Baba. The presiding deity here is known to be the combined form of Hari (Vishnu) and Hara (Shiv) as is the case with Sri Lingaraj in Bhubaneswar. The festivals and rituals of Sri Ladukeswar are also similar to that of the Lingaraj temple. This shrine is the most prominent one from amongst a good number of Shaivite shrines dotting the region. Pilgrims from far flung places flock to Sarankul on the occasion of Mahashivaratri.Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Odagaon which is nearest to the place. SBI Odagaon is the nearest Bank to the spot.

Satokosia gorge, where the nature in its primitive wild disposition houses all the phenomena including flora and fauna, is a rare place. For it remains untouched by the lust of civilization. If the wild animals including Sambar, Barking Deer and Wild Boar have made the sanctuary their home, Leopards and Royal Bengal Tigers stalk the area in their inimitable style. The tranquility of the nature is broken at times by the sweet chirping of rare birds like Horn Bills, Fishing Eagles, Crested Serpent Eagles, Racket tailed Drango, Hill Hyenas (Sunakani and Rupakani), while one can also see here the rare Flying Squirrels, Malabar Giant Squirrels and reptiles like Star Tortoise, King Cobra, Rocket Python, Monitor Lizard, Gharial and Mugar Crocodiles. Sitalpani is a spot atop a hill where ice cold water is available throughout the year. It also has the costliest timber species Rosewood. Satkosia can be approached from Chhamundia, a 30 km drive from Gania in Nayagarh district and 120 km from Bhubaneswar. At Badmul near Chhamundia, the Mahanadi Wildlife Division has constructed an observatory tower where one gets a panoramic view of the spectacular gorge and the Amazonian expanse of the Mahanadi. Eight km from Badmul lays Kuturi, where the Habitat Development for Natural Breeding Centre for animals is located. Established by the division, the sanctuary has a water tank, salt lick, fodder style grass, Napier grass and orchard. Full protection is provided to the wild animals who visit the centre. There are also tree top manchans and a cottage for the tourists to view the movement of wild animals at night. The part of the sanctuary situated on the northern part of the Mahanadi includes Mahanadi Reserve Forests (RF) of Nayagarh District and Nandagadu PRF of Boudh District. Tourists can avail medical facility at CHC, Gania which is nearest to the place. SBI Khandapada is the nearest Bank to the spot.