Daringbadi travel guide
Odisha�s hill station known for cool weather and pine trees.
Daringbadi, nicknamed the �Kashmir of Odisha,� is a scenic hill station located in Kandhamal district. Known for its cool climate, pine forests, and coffee plantations, it occasionally witnesses snowfall in winter. It�s a peaceful retreat with a strong tribal culture presence.
Best time to visit Daringbadi
Go Nov–Feb for cool, clear days and cold nights; Mar and Oct are also fine. Apr–May are hot and Jun–Sep wet but green.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | best | 10–24 °C | 10 mm | high | Clear, cool days and cold nights; carry warm layers. Busy in the New Year week |
| February | best | 12–28 °C | 15 mm | medium | Pleasant days, cool nights; quieter than Dec–Jan |
| March | good | 17–33 °C | 20 mm | low | Warm afternoons, mild nights; quiet |
| April | mixed | 21–37 °C | 35 mm | low | Hot afternoons; sightsee early morning and late afternoon |
| May | mixed | 22–36 °C | 80 mm | low | Hot, with pre-monsoon thunderstorms building late in the month |
| June | mixed | 22–30 °C | 190 mm | low | Monsoon arrives during the month; humid, with heavy showers |
| July | mixed | 20–26 °C | 310 mm | low | Heavy rain most days; misty, green hills and slippery roads |
| August | mixed | 20–26 °C | 310 mm | low | Heavy rain most days; misty, green hills and slippery roads |
| September | mixed | 20–25 °C | 280 mm | low | Rain on most days; hills at their greenest |
| October | good | 17–24 °C | 140 mm | medium | Rain tapers off; fresh and green, nights turning cool. Puja holidays bring visitors |
| November | best | 13–22 °C | 25 mm | medium | Clear, cool days and chilly nights; the season begins |
| December | best | 10–21 °C | 15 mm | high | Sunny days, cold nights; busiest at Christmas–New Year |
How many days to spend in Daringbadi
One day covers the Coffee Garden, Hill View Park and the pine forest viewpoint; a second day adds Lovers Point and the Emu Birds Zoo, about 15 km out.
How to reach Daringbadi
- By air: Bhubaneswar (BBI) — 250 km by road
- By train: Berhampur (BAM) — 120 km by road. Main-line railhead with far more trains than nearer Muniguda
- By road: From Bhubaneswar — 250 km
Getting around
Sights such as Lovers Point and the Emu Birds Zoo lie about 15 km out on hill roads; a car or taxi hired for the day is the practical way round.
Things to do in Daringbadi
- Coffee Garden — Coffee cultivation, local economy, scenic. (1.5 h)
- Terubali Laxmi Narayan Temple — Vishnu temple, place of worship. (1 h · Free entry)
- Tara tarini temple — Shakti Peetha, hilltop temple, pilgrimage site. (2.5 h · Free entry)
- TAPTAPANI HOT SPRING — Natural hot spring, medicinal properties. (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Narayani Temple — Temple dedicated to Goddess Narayani. (45 min · Free entry)
- Vaishno Devi Temple, Jamukana, Nayagarh — Temple replica, Vaishno Devi shrine. (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Hill View Park — Panoramic views, valley, hills, pine forests. (1.5 h)
- Daringbadi Pine forest view point — Extensive pine forests, serene, picturesque. (1 h · Free entry)
- Emu Birds Zoo — Emu rearing, unique exotic bird farm. (30 min)
- Butterfly park — Nature park, diverse flora/fauna, trails. (1.5 h)
- Putudi Waterfall — Scenic waterfall, tranquil, picnic spot. (2 h · Free entry)
- Lovers point-North Side — Breathtaking views, valleys, forests, romantic. (1 h · Free entry)
- Sunset Hill view point, Daringbadi — Spectacular sunset views, hills and valleys. (1 h · Free entry)
- Eco Retreat Daringbadi — Glamping, luxury tents, adventure activities.
- Devagiri hills — Cave shrine, Shiva temple, trekking. (3 h · Free entry)
- Niyamgiri Hill Range — Sacred hills, rich biodiversity, Dongria Kondh.
- Jiranga Buddhist Monastery — Buddhist monastery, Tibetan culture, nearby. (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Satkosia Tiger Reserve — Tiger reserve, diverse wildlife, includes Mahanadi Gorge. (5 h · Paid entry)
- Shiva Temple ,Sahashra — Scenic pilgrimage, river confluence, Shiva temple. (45 min · Free entry)
- Belaghar — Wildlife sanctuary, elephants, rich biodiversity. (4 h)
- Padampur — Ancient Jain relics, archaeological remains.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Daringbadi?
Go Nov–Feb for cool, clear days and cold nights; Mar and Oct are also fine. Apr–May are hot and Jun–Sep wet but green.
How many days are enough for Daringbadi?
1–2 days. One day covers the Coffee Garden, Hill View Park and the pine forest viewpoint; a second day adds Lovers Point and the Emu Birds Zoo, about 15 km out.
How do I reach Daringbadi?
By air: Bhubaneswar (BBI) — 250 km by road. By train: Berhampur (BAM) — 120 km by road. Main-line railhead with far more trains than nearer Muniguda. By road: From Bhubaneswar — 250 km.
What are the top things to do in Daringbadi?
Coffee Garden, Terubali Laxmi Narayan Temple, Tara tarini temple, TAPTAPANI HOT SPRING, Narayani Temple, Vaishno Devi Temple, Jamukana, Nayagarh.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.