Mosquito repellent.
fees/permits
You can enter into Similipal through Pithabata 22 km from Baripada. Entry permits can be obtained from the Range Officer, Pithabata check gate or the Assistant Conservator of forests on payment of prescribed fees. Day visitors can enter between 6 AM & 12 Noon and visitors with reservation between 6 AM & 2 PM. Second entry point is Joshipur. Permits from Asst Conservator of Forests Wildlife. It is advisable to get permits one to two weeks in advance.