Orissa is gifted with the rich cultural heritage of several ethnic tribes. If meeting people of other culture and learning about their indigenous culture is what interest you the most, then nothing can be better than planning a tour to the tribal villages of Odisha. Undertaking Odisha tribal tour will allow you to explore the small tribal villages in Odisha, talking to the locals, closely witnessing their aged old traditions and shopping in the weekly markets.
Keeping your special interest and specific needs in mind, we offer a well planned Odisha tribal tour to make travelling to the sensitive tribal villages of the state easier for you. Our tour will take you to some of the best tribal villages of Odisha where you can track the ancient ways of living as well as the indigenous heritage.
Day 01 Arrive Bhubaneshwar (By Flight)
Arrive Bhubaneshwar, meet assist and transfer to the hotel.
Visit Lingaraja Temple, Rajarani Temple, Mukteswara Temple, Parasurameswar Temple, Udaygiri and Khandagiri caves.
Overnight in Bhubaneshwar.
Day 02 Bhubaneshwar – Pipili – Puri (By Road) (63 Kms. / 50M appx.)
After breakfast, begin with a drive to Puri, which is the amazing city that is full of heritage and culture. On the way you will be visiting Pipli, which is known for its artisans and applique handicrafts. From Pipli, the journey will continue to Raghurajpur which is again famous for its amazing paintings and fines artworks by the world famous artisans.
Day 03 Puri – Bataguda (By Road) (249 Kms. / 5H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, the journey on road will start to Bataguda, which is a tiny village in Orissa, the village is famous for the Kondh tribes who have tattoos all over the face. The tattoos are geometrically designed which have been a traditional practice. You can chat and interact with the people and its culture.
Day 04 Bataguda – Rayagada (By Road) (140 Kms. / 3H 50M appx.)
After breakfast, half day trekking in the territories of the Bataguda village where you will be able to enjoy a different world of tribal affairs with the vegetation. A further drive towards Rayagada which has beautiful meadows, vegetation, waterfalls and low valleys. The overnight stay will be amidst Rayagada.
Day 05 Rayagada
The early morning expedition will begin from the Dumkum weekly market of Desia Kondh Tribe. Desia Kondh tribes are mainly recognized because of their ample of body piercings specifically ears. These tribes are known for its handicrafts and arts.
Day 06 Rayagada – Jeypore (By Road) (135 Kms. / 3H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, the day will start with a scenic drive to Chattikona Weekly market which is organized by the Dongariya Kondhas who are the Dravidian tribes of Orissa.
Day 07 Jeypore
After breakfast, Onkudelli market will be your destination in the morning which is very famous and culturally rich. The market is organized by the Bonda tribes which are slowly are becoming extinct.
Day 08 Jeypore – Rayagada (By Road) (135 Kms. / 3H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, The day gets more exciting that includes visit to the famous market of Kunduli where you can encounter the Paraja, Rana and Maja tribal people.
Day 09 Rayagada – Gopalpur (By Road) (220 Kms. / 5H 10M appx.)
After breakfast, visit to the beautiful town of Gopalpur which is on the bank of Bay of Bengal. The beach is awesome place to relax your muscles and stabilize your mind. The beach is filled with coconut groves and sand dunes. You will continue to relax overnight in Gopalpur.
Day 10 Gopalpur – Chilka (By Road) (66 Kms. / 1H 30M appx.)
Finally, the trip reaches the closure with an early morning drive to Bhubaneshwar. From there you will be reaching the backwaters of Chilika lake, Mangalajodi and enjoy the boat ride amidst the water and could be lucky to spot Migratory birds.
Day 11 Chilka – Bhubaneshwar (112 Kms. / 2H 30M)/ Dep. Bhubaneshwar
After breakfast, drive to Bhubaneshwar.
On arrival, transfer to Bhubaneshwar airport for flight to onward destination.
| City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels / Guest House |
| Bhubaneswar | 01 | Mayfair Lagoon |
| Puri | 01 | Mayfair Heritage |
| Bataguda | 01 | Santosh Bhawan Lodge |
| Rayagada | 02 | Tejasvi International |
| Jeypore | 02 | Hello Jeypore |
| Rayagada | 01 | Tejasvi International |
| Gopalpur | 01 | Mayfair Palm Beach Resort |
| Chilka | 01 | Chilka Lake Resort |
– Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at airports / hotels by our office representative.
– 10 Nights hotel accommodation.
– Daily breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
– Entrance fees to monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide during the sightseeing.
– Foreign tourists need special permit to visit PVTG area (Particularly Vulnerable Tribe Group) and we can obtain the same on prior notice. However the permit is based on local situation and photography is prohibited at PVTG area only.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by private vehicle.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.