Odisha Tribal Tour Package
Embark on a rare and fascinating cultural journey to discover the ancient tribal communities of Southern Odisha. Interact with the Bonda, Dongria Kondh, and Lanjia Saura tribes, visit weekly markets, and travel comfortably with a private AC cab and local driver-guide.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart from Bhubaneswar early morning in your private AC cab. Travel through the beautiful hills and valleys of the Eastern Ghats. Reach Rayagada by evening, check-in to your hotel, and relax.
Visit the colorful Chatikona Weekly Market (held on Wednesdays), where the unique Dongria Kondh tribal community comes down from the Niyamgiri hills to sell forest produce and buy provisions. Return to Rayagada.
Drive from Rayagada to Jeypore. Stop along the way to visit the villages of the Lanjia Saura tribe, famous for their unique house painting art (Ikons). Arrive in Jeypore, the historic commercial hub of Southern Odisha.
Visit the highly famous Onkadelli Weekly Market (held on Thursdays) to see the unique Bonda tribe, known for their elaborate beadwork and ancient lifestyle. Later, visit the holy Gupteswar Cave Temple, a naturally formed limestone Shiva shrine.
After breakfast, drive to Koraput. Visit the beautiful hilltop Sabara Srikhetra Jagannath Temple and the Tribal Museum containing rare artifacts. Begin your return journey to Bhubaneswar, arriving late at night.
✅ Inclusions
- ✓Private AC SUV vehicle for full 5 days
- ✓Professional local driver with tribal region experience
- ✓Tolls, state permits, parking, and fuel charges
- ✓Driver food and accommodation allowance
- ✓Pick up and drop-off in Bhubaneswar
- ✓Customized daily sightseeing tour itinerary
❌ Exclusions
- ✗Hotel/lodge room stays in Rayagada, Jeypore, and Koraput
- ✗Tribal village permission fees (if applicable)
- ✗All breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and water bottles
- ✗Local tour guide fees inside markets
- ✗Tips, camera charges, and laundry costs
- ✗Anything not explicitly mentioned in inclusions
FAQ - Odisha Tribal Tour
Do we need permissions to visit tribal areas?
Yes, visiting certain interior tribal areas and photographing them may require official permissions. Our experienced drivers will guide you through local guidelines.
Which days are best for this tour?
The Chatikona market is held on Wednesday and Onkadelli on Thursday. Hence, starting the tour from Bhubaneswar on a Monday or Tuesday is highly recommended.
Is the food and accommodation safe in these regions?
We stay in major towns like Rayagada, Jeypore, and Koraput where good hotels (3-star category) and hygienic food options are readily available.
Explore Odisha's Rich Tribal Culture
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