The calm and peaceful Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is reputed as the largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka. Nestling some very rare animal and birds is an unspoilt, untouched and unexplored treasure of wildlife that is sure to leave you spellbound. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary abounds with a richness of Flora and Fauna.
Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary Resorts:
Location : 485 km from Bangalore, 125 km from Goa
Nearest Access : Hubli, Karwar
Main Wildlife Found : Crocodiles
Coverage Area : 5729.07sq. Kms
Description :
The calm and peaceful Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is reputed as the largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka. Nestling some very rare animal and birds is an unspoilt, untouched and unexplored treasure of wildlife that is sure to leave you spellbound. The park is rich in a variety of wild species including Sloth Bear, Bush Grail, Deer, Elephant, Sambar, Tiger, Gaur, Panther and Partridge.If it your day, you can also spot crocodiles basking in the sun.
The Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary offers wildlife safaris in jeeps nature walks, bird watching, crocodile sighting trips, fishing, coracle boat rides, trekking in the jungles of Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.
Bordering with Goa, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is an unspoiled, untouched and unexplored treasure of wild life in the state of Karnataka. The sanctuary is one of the largest in the region that spreads over 834 sq. km landscape of undulating streams, swaying bamboos, rich hilly forest with trekking trails and fishing spots. Playing host to the graceful Virnoli Rapids, the magnificent Supa Dam, the sinister Syntheri Rocks, and the river Kali and its tributaries Kaneri and Nagajhari, Dandeli offers the ultimate jungle experience.
Dandeli Wildlife SanctuaryNestled amidst sylvan surroundings are the many awe-inspiring wild inhabitants of Dandeli. Sloth bear, bush grail, deer, elephant, samber, tiger, gaur, panther, wild dog, bison, jackel and langur are some of the common inhabitants of the sanctuary. The sight of a variety of colorful birds like the gray hornbill, great pied hornbill, the Malabar pied hornbill, kingfisher and woodpecker along with reptiles like the crocodile is exciting.
Even though sighting animals is no easy affair, Dandeli never allows you to return empty handed. A coral boat ride down the river Kali at sunset allows immense opportunities to view the wilds of Dandeli. Watch the hornbills returning to their nest, darters drying their plumes by the riverbanks and egrets flying against the saffron sky. Beside jeep safaris, bird watching, crocodile sighting trips, fishing and trekking in the jungles of Dandeli are good many activities the sanctuary affords.
October to March forms the best time to unwind the wonders of Dandeli wildlife sanctuary. It is located at a distance of 485 km from Bangalore City, 125 km from Goa, 75 km from Hubli and 93 km from Karwar. Excellent accommodation facilities are available in the region to make your trip memorable.
Prime Attractions of Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary Resorts:
Crocodiles, Sloth Bear, Bush Grail, Deer, Elephant, Sambar, Tiger, Gaur, Panther and Partridge are some of the many inhabitants of the sanctuary.
Optional Visits:
Ulavi Temple, Karwar and Kali Wilderness Camp for white water rafting and other adventure activities.
Enjoying The Wild:
The sanctuary offers wildlife safaris in jeeps, nature walks, bird watching, crocodile sighting trips, fishing, coracle boat rides, trekking in the jungles of Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.
Where to Stay:
Completely furnished-tented cottages with attached baths. Rooms at spacious lodge with attached baths.
