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Airport Taxi to Nandankanan

White tigers, lion and bear safaris, a lake and a botanical garden — Odisha’s best-loved zoo, a short hop from the airport.

Nandankanan Zoological Park, Odisha Odisha
Distance
~20 km from BBI airport
Drive time
~40 minutes
Closed
Mondays
Ideal for
Families & kids
Famous white tigers & the lion safariZoo, botanical garden & lake in one visit~20 km — a perfect half-day family trip

Nandankanan Zoological Park, set within the Chandaka forest near Bhubaneswar, is one of India’s best-known zoos — famed for its white tigers, its lion and bear safaris, and a lush botanical garden beside Kanjia Lake. Its proximity to the airport makes it the easiest family outing in the city.

It combines well with the Bhubaneswar Temple City Tour or a half-day local sightseeing booking.

Things to see & do

White tiger safari

Nandankanan is renowned for its white tigers — the drive-through safari is the park’s signature experience.

Lion & bear safaris

Separate enclosed safaris let you see Asiatic lions and sloth bears in near-natural forest settings.

Kanjia Lake

A scenic lake within the park offering boating, framed by the surrounding Chandaka forest.

Botanical garden

Across the lake, a large botanical garden with a rose garden and cactus house — a calm counterpoint to the zoo.

Reptile park & aquarium

One of India’s early reptile parks, plus an aquarium — popular stops with children.

Toy train & ropeway

A toy train and a lake ropeway make it easy and fun to cover the grounds with young families.

Nandankanan FAQ

Nandankanan travel & taxi questions

Distance, fares, timings and what to see.

How far is Nandankanan from Bhubaneswar Airport?

Nandankanan is about 20 km from Bhubaneswar Airport, roughly a 40-minute drive — one of the closest attractions to the airport and an easy half-day outing.

What is the taxi fare from the airport to Nandankanan?

The fixed one-way fare is ₹899 for an AC sedan, ₹1,199 for an Ertiga SUV and ₹1,499 for an Innova Crysta — all-inclusive, and we can hold the cab on a half-day package while you explore.

What are the Nandankanan timings and closing day?

The park is closed on Mondays and generally open from morning to late afternoon (hours vary a little by season). Mornings are cooler and better for the safaris, so an early start is worthwhile — see our zoo timings & safari guide.

Is Nandankanan good for a half-day family trip?

Yes — at just 20 km away with the zoo, safaris, lake and botanical garden together, it’s an ideal half-day family outing. Book a package that keeps the same cab and driver waiting while you explore.

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