Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Chikmagalur, Karnataka. It boasts a huge number of tiger populations and was designated as India's 25th project tiger in 1998. Bhadra Wildlife is surrounded by lush greenery on all sides by a tall range of hills, which looks absolutely stunning. The sanctuary is named Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary because the calming whistling of the captivating Bhadra River flows through it.The main attraction of this sanctuary among tourists is that it is home to a wide variety of vegetation and species. In this region, Lakkavalli and Muthodi are the two principal reserves. Here trees of approximately 120 species are grown at a height of 1875 meters. Kallathigiri is the sanctuary's highest peak. The land is home to more than 120 different varieties of vegetation. It is scattered with semi-evergreen, dry, and moist deciduous trees that act as a natural home for a variety of bird species. There are 47 different species of plants found in the tropical dry deciduous woodlands. Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is well known for its tiger sanctuary with 33 tigers living within its boundaries. There are so many things to enjoy and experience in this sanctuary so make plans to travel to Karnataka if you enjoy the outdoors and are a wildlife enthusiast in order to get in touch with the natural world.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is between October and May.
Opening & closing time:
It’s open every day from Morning: 6:30 am to 8:30 am, Evening: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Entry Fee:
Jeep safaris: Rs 400 per person for adults
Children below 10 years of age: Rs 200 per person
Jeep safaris for foreign nationals: Rs 1200 per person
Bus or canter safari: Rs 300 per person.
How to reach Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
By Air : The nearest airport is Mangalore Domestic Airport which is 185 km from Bhadra wildlife Sanctuary and the nearest international airport is Bangalore International Airport, which is 285 km from Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary.
By Train :The nearest railway station is Kadur, about 51 km from Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, you may hire a cab to reach the sanctuary.
By Road :Many buses are available from major cities in Karnataka or hire cabs from all major cities because of its excellent connectivity.
FAQ
1. What is the best time to visit Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary?
October and May.
2. What are things one must carry while visiting Bhadra wildlife sanctuary?
The tourists must carry valid identification and for the foreign nationals it is mandatory to carry valid passports.
3. What animal species am I likely to see at the sanctuary?
Visitors can witness tigers, leopards, elephants, gaurs, and a variety of bird species at the sanctuary.
4. Is a safari reservation required in advance?
Yes, in order to guarantee your spot and prevent disappointment, it is advisable to arrange safaris and other activities in advance.