Your Perfect 26-Day
Daringbadi, Taptapani & More Itinerary ✈️
The Wilderness Explorer
Forests, tigers, and undiscovered waterfalls. You find your energy in the raw beauty of nature.
Some trips stay with you long after you return home. This 26-day Odisha itinerary through Daringbadi, Taptapani, Jirang and Gopalpur is designed to be one of them. Curated for the The Wilderness Explorer traveller, it covers Hill View Point, Midubanda Waterfall, Hill View Park, Coffee Plantation, Coffee Garden — a curated selection of 44 experiences that span sacred sites, natural wonders and living cultural traditions.
Day 1 focuses on Daringbadi (Hill View Point, Midubanda Waterfall). Day 2 focuses on Daringbadi (Coffee Garden, Nature Park). Day 3 focuses on Taptapani (Hot Springs, Hot Sulphur Springs). Day 4 focuses on Jirang (Khasada Waterfall). Day 5 focuses on Gopalpur (Tampara Lake, Gopalpur Lighthouse). Day 6 focuses on Chilika (Barkul) (Nalabana Bird Sanctuary). Day 7 focuses on Chilika (Satapada) (Sea Mouth, Rajhans Island). Day 8 focuses on Satapada (Chilika) (Sea Mouth, Rajhans Island). Day 9 focuses on Chilika (Kalijai Temple). Day 10 focuses on Bhubaneswar (Ekamra Kanan). Day 11 focuses on Cuttack (Mahanadi Barrage). Day 12 focuses on Dhenkanal (Kapilash) (Saptasajya). Day 13 focuses on Jajpur (Kusuma Sarovar). Day 14 focuses on Jajpur (Biraja) (Kusuma Sarovar). Day 15 focuses on Keonjhar (Khandadhar Waterfall, Sanaghagara Waterfall). Day 16 focuses on Deogarh (Pradhanpat Waterfall). Day 17 focuses on Rourkela (Mandira Dam). Day 18 focuses on Similipal (Barehipani Waterfall, Barehipani Falls). Day 19 focuses on Satakosia (Tikarpada Gorge, Badmul). Day 20 focuses on Phulbani (Putudi Waterfall, Pakdajehar Waterfall). Day 21 focuses on Kalahandi (Phurlijharan Waterfall, Dokarichanchara). Day 22 focuses on Kalahandi (Bhawanipatna) (Phurlijharan Waterfall). Day 23 focuses on Rayagada (Chatikona). Day 24 focuses on Koraput (Duduma Waterfall, Kolab Dam). Day 25 focuses on Jeypore (Duduma Waterfall). Day 26 focuses on Harishankar & Nrusinghanath (Harishankar Waterfall).
Built for nature and scenic travel on a mid-range budget, the route respects your time while refusing to sacrifice depth for efficiency. Each destination has been chosen because it offers something genuinely distinct — no repetition, no filler. Odisha is endlessly generous to those who explore it intentionally, and this itinerary sets you up to do exactly that.
Your adventure begins today as you arrive in Daringbadi. Known as the 'Kashmir of Odisha', a hill station with coffee gardens and pine forests. Take a moment to soak in the atmosphere before diving into today's experiences.
Stunning views of the valleys.
Scenic waterfall in the forest.
Best sunset point in Daringbadi.
Walk through aromatic coffee gardens.
Day two unfolds with new wonders — Next on your trail is Daringbadi. Known as the 'Kashmir of Odisha', a hill station with coffee gardens and pine forests.
Lush coffee plantations.
Butterfly park and garden.
As your journey continues — Your route now winds toward Taptapani. Famous for its natural hot sulfur springs amidst forests.
Sulphur hot water springs.
Natural hot spring.
The exploration deepens today — The day's highlight brings you to Jirang. Little Tibet of Odisha, housing the largest Buddhist monastery.
Scenic waterfall nearby.
Another memorable chapter awaits — A short drive takes you to Gopalpur. A quiet and charming sea beach retreat, formerly a busy ancient port.
Large freshwater lake for boating.
Offers panoramic views of the sea and town.
Today takes you further into Odisha's heart — From here, you'll head to Chilika (Barkul). Gateway to Kalijai Temple and Nalabana Bird Sanctuary.
Heaven for migratory birds (Winter only).
The final day of your odyssey — Next on your trail is Chilika (Satapada). Famous for Irrawaddy Dolphins and the sea mouth where the lake meets the Bay of Bengal.
Where the lake meets the ocean.
Untouched island between lake and sea.
A new day, a new discovery — Your route now winds toward Satapada (Chilika). Dolphin sanctuary where Chilika Lake meets the Bay of Bengal.
The point where Chilika Lake meets the Bay of Bengal.
A strip of land between the lake and the sea, accessible by boat.
Today's trail leads you to — The day's highlight brings you to Chilika. Asia's largest brackish water lagoon.
Island temple in the middle of the lake.
The journey reaches its crescendo — A short drive takes you to Bhubaneswar. Temple City of India with ancient architecture.
Large botanical garden with a cactus house and boating lake.
The journey reaches its crescendo — From here, you'll head to Cuttack. The Silver City, famous for intricate filigree work and Dusshera festival.
Scenic view of the river, especially at sunset.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Next on your trail is Dhenkanal (Kapilash). Home to Kapilash Temple on a hill, known as the Kailash of Odisha.
Seven hills abode.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Your route now winds toward Jajpur. The ancient capital and Shakti Peetha Biraja Khetra.
Beautifully renovated pond and recreational area.
The journey reaches its crescendo — The day's highlight brings you to Jajpur (Biraja). Ancient capital of Odisha, famous for Shakti Peetha Biraja Temple.
Beautiful pond and park.
The journey reaches its crescendo — A short drive takes you to Keonjhar. Land of waterfalls like Sanaghagara, Badaghagara and Khandadhar.
Majestic waterfall dropping from 500ft.
Perennial waterfall and picnic spot.
Origin of Baitarani river.
Higher drop waterfall nearby.
The journey reaches its crescendo — From here, you'll head to Deogarh. Pradhanpat Waterfall.
Scenic waterfall.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Next on your trail is Rourkela. The Steel City of Odisha, surrounded by hills and rivers.
Picnic spot on Sankh river.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Your route now winds toward Similipal. A massive tiger reserve and national park with waterfalls and lush greenery.
One of the highest waterfalls in India.
2nd highest waterfall in India.
Beautiful waterfall amidst towering cliffs.
The journey reaches its crescendo — The day's highlight brings you to Satakosia. Tiger Reserve featuring the majestic Mahanadi River Gorge.
Deep gorge carved by Mahanadi river.
Eco-tourism site on the river bank.
The journey reaches its crescendo — A short drive takes you to Phulbani. Nature's beauty in Kandhamal.
Nature's beauty.
Scenic waterfall.
The journey reaches its crescendo — From here, you'll head to Kalahandi. Land of art, wildlife, and waterfalls.
Rainbow waterfall near Bhawanipatna.
Picnic spot with waterfall and temple.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Next on your trail is Kalahandi (Bhawanipatna). Manikeswari Temple and Karlapat wildife.
Rainbow waterfall.
The journey reaches its crescendo — Your route now winds toward Rayagada. Tribal tourism and scenic beauty.
Scenic spot with waterfalls and Shiva temple.
The journey reaches its crescendo — The day's highlight brings you to Koraput. Sabara Srikhetra and Tribal heartland.
Machkund waterfall.
Scenic reservoir and botanical garden.
Cool waterfall near Koraput town.
The journey reaches its crescendo — A short drive takes you to Jeypore. Known for its waterfalls, lush valleys, and tribal culture.
Spectacular waterfall on Machkund river.
The final chapter of your Odisha journey brings you to Harishankar & Nrusinghanath. Make the most of every moment — these memories will last a lifetime.
Scenic waterfall and temple.