The quaint village of Adasa, located at a distance of 43 km from Nagpur is famous for its magnificent temples. The most popular among these is the Adasa Ganesh Temple, one of the eight ashtavinayaks in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region, dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The shrine is perched atop a tiny hillock and can be reached via trekking or climbing around 50 stairs. Surrounded by verdant hills, the temple offers commanding views of Nagpur and its nearby areas. The temple premises make for an ideal picnic spot and are flocked by a large number of tourists during the monsoon season. The best time to visit the temple is during the Vasant Panchmi and Ganesha Chaturthi festivals that are celebrated with great religious and festive fervour. The sanctum sanctorum of the Adasa Ganesh Temple houses an imposing idol of Lord Ganesha, which stands at a height of 11 ft and has been carved out of a single stone. There are around 20 small temples spread around an area of 10 hectare within the premises of the temple, which make for a great exploration. The Adasa Ganesh Temple remains open on all days of the week from 6 am to 9 pm. The village of Adasa is also home to the Lord Mahadev Temple, which rests on a tiny hillock. The temple is famous for housing three swayambhu lingas (self-originated), which are believed to have emerged from the soil.

A delight for nature-lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is home to numerous fauna like sambar, chital, blackbuck, wild dogs, wild board, barking deer, sloth bear, langoor and mongoose. The best way to explore the dense forests and patchy grasslands of the sanctuary is to hire an authorised guide, who can accompany you in your car or minibus into the jungle. Tourists can also get in touch with the Deputy Conservator of Forest and make arrangements for a night stay in the rest house situated inside the sanctuary premises. During your exploration, you will also come across wetlands that source water from the Pamalgautam and Parlkota rivers, which flow through the forest. Some of the rare sightings include leopards and flying squirrels. Bhamragarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Chandrapur district of the Vidarbha region and makes for a great excursion from Nagpur.

A haven for tiger lovers, Tipeshwar Sanctuary is endowed with abundant natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. Some of the fauna you can sight here include blackbucks, blue bulls, chitals, sambars, monkeys, wild cats, wolves, bears, jackals and wild boars. The sanctuary is one of the few sites in the country where tourists can easily spot majestic tigers as it is home to around 13 of them. The best time to visit the sanctuary for tiger spotting is during the summer months of April and May. Tourists can book online safaris for exploring the dense forests of the Tipeshwar Sanctuary. Located at a distance of about 172 km from Nagpur, the sanctuary is a must-visit for all wildlife enthusiasts and nature-lovers.

Situated on the banks of River Chandrabhaga, the beautiful little village of Dhapewada is a popular tourist attraction and invites visitors for its lakes and temples. The most popular stopover in Dhapewada is the scenic Dhapewada Lake. Tourists can explore its picturesque surroundings while boating in the serene waters. You can also picnic on the shores, along with indulging in a variety of water sports. Another attraction is the Vithoba Temple, popularly called Pandharpur of Vidarbha. Dedicated to Lord Vitthal, an incarnation of Lord Krishna and his consort Goddess Rukhmani, the temple draws a large number of devotees from all parts of the country. It is a popular belief among devotees that worshipping at this temple would lead to the inner cleansing of their mind, body and spirit. Tourists can also visit the pristine Khindsey Lake, bordered by Ramtek Hill.

Located on the outskirts of the city, Khekranala reservoir is a haven for nature-lovers, adventure seekers and trekkers. Surrounded by the beautiful and verdant Khapra mountain range, Khekranala makes for an ideal picnic spot, where tourists can spend some quality leisure time in the lap of nature. The landscape encompassing the reservoir is dotted with various low range hillocks and provides ideal opportunities for trekking and hiking. Tourists can also spend a night near the lake at the lodging facility managed by the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC).

A popular getaway from Nagpur, Khindsi Talao or Khindsi Lake is one of the cleanest in India and invites tourists for its tranquil environment and picturesque views. Surrounded by lush green forests, the lake provides ample recreational opportunities for visitors. These include motorboat rides, pedal boats, rowing boats and thrilling water scooter rides. Tourists can also visit the adventure park located near the lake. The park has a number of joy rides and swings for children, making it an ideal picnic spot. Adventure lovers can indulge in jungle trekking near the lake and explore its rich biodiversity. The place is visited by a large number of tourists and locals throughout the year, Sundays being the busiest. The Khindsi Lake lies at a distance of around 60 km from Nagpur and can be easily reached by road.

The reserve forest of Mogarkasa is a popular attraction in the Ramdham-Ramtek-Nagardhan-Mogarkasa-Pench tourism circuit. Thanks to its rich wildlife and unmatched scenic beauty, the forest has been attracting tourists for a long time and remains one of the top excursions from Nagpur. Home to a wide variety of animal species, the Mogarkasa Reserve Forest is an absolute delight for nature-lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Some of the common sightings include animals like leopards, sloth bears, chitals, sambars, wild dogs, among others. Sprawling over an area of 16 sq km, the forest makes for a fascinating experience. It lies at a distance of 76 km from Nagpur and falls in the Paoni range.

Popularly known as the village of service, Sevagram is one of the few sites in India that provide a deeper insight into the life of Mahatma Gandhi. Sevagram once served as the residence of the Mahatma during India's freedom struggle. Today, it stands as a testament to the great life lived by him and attracts tourists from all corners of the country. The ashram is divided into different parts that allow tourists to explore various nuances of the Mahatma's life. Start your trip with Adi Niwas, which was the first hut built in the ashram. Gandhiji spent his initial days at Sevagram here and its northern verandah served as his dining space. Morning and evening prayers of different religions are held till date. Located nearby is the residence of Mahatma Gandhi's wife, Kasturba Gandhi, known as Ba Kuti. The Bapu Kuti is the room where Gandhi lived. It still houses his sleeping cot along with other belongings of daily use. Then, there's Gandhiji's Secretariat from where Gandhi stayed in touch with the entire world. A telephone, a cage and a pair of wooden scissors have been put on display. The next stop should be Bapu's kitchen that houses a flour grinding machine, which was used by Gandhiji himself. Tourists must check out the Gandhi Photo Exhibition at Sevagram Ashram. The photo exhibition displays the life and works of the Mahatma. Tourists can also choose to stay at the ashram's Yatri Nivas, built by the government of India in 1982, for an immersive experience.

One of the most popular wildlife stopovers in Maharashtra, Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Bhandara district and attracts nature-lovers and wildlife enthusiasts from all corners of India. The sanctuary serves as a home for a wide variety of animal species including tigers, panthers, bisons, sambars, nilgais, chitals, wild boars, sloth bears and wild dogs. There is also an astonishing variety of butterflies and an interesting amphibian and reptilian population at Nagzira. Tourists can also visit Navegaon National Park, another popular attraction nearby. The best way to explore the sanctuary is through a jungle safari that gives tourists an opportunity to encounter wild animals in their natural habitat. Itiadoh Dam, Tibetan Camp at Gothangaon and Pratapgad are some other important attractions of this sanctuary.

Located at the confluence of Wardha and Wainganga rivers, Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary, in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, is home to a variety of wild animals and birds. Nearly 131 species of fauna like tigers, leopards, sloth bears and wild dogs, including endangered species like the Indian python and the common Indian monitor, reside here. Wild boar, spotted deer, sambar, barking deer, blue bull, jungle cat, jackal, peacock, jungle fowl and flying squirrel are also call this sanctuary home. Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary has a rich protected forest area along with patches of grasslands that harbour these wildlife species. The best time to visit is during and between the months of February and May. Other places of interest around the sanctuary are Prashant Dham at Chaprala, Chaprala Temple and Markanda Temple.

Covering an area of 61 sq km, Bor is a vast wildlife sanctuary that is located at Hingni in Wardha, Maharashtra. It is home to wildlife species like tigers, panthers, monkeys, bears, wild dogs and its flora comprises teak, ain , tendu and bamboo. The best time to visit the sanctuary is during summer in the wee hours of the morning. The best part about Bor Wildlife Sanctuary is that it covers a limited area of 16 km, which makes it very easy to spot wild animals, especially the elusive tiger. For an immersive experience, tourists can stay at the Forest Guest House managed by the Forest Department of Maharashtra. The wildlife sanctuary derives its name from the gushing Bor river that divides it into two parts.