Sundargarh: The Sarafgarh eco-tourism site which is located in Lephripara block of Sundargarh district is a treasure of green beauty in a unique form of nature. The construction of this ecotourism site started December 16, 2016, at Badhunjharia village under Sarafgarh gram panchayat. Due to the continuous efforts of the staff of the Sundargarh and Lephripara forest departments and the cooperation of local people’s representatives and villagers, Sarafgarh has now been recognised as a major tourist destination in the district. Surrounded by green hills and dense forests, this eco-tourism destination is visited by thousands of tourists from both inside and outside Odisha.
Accommodation facilities in air-conditioned tents on a small hill, lovely views of the surrounding lakes and forests, good and tasty food, boating, and trekking are the main attractions of this tourist destination. A children’s park, high-quality play equipment, newly-constructed ropeway, cycling, zip line, watch tower, and pre-fabricated cottages add to the charm of the Sarafgarh tourist site. The Sarafgarh tourist destination was inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, March 10th. Sundargarh DFO Pradeep Mirase expressed hope that many poor families will find new livelihood through Sarafgarh ecotourism and it will become the favorite destination for tourists from both inside and outside Odisha in the near future.