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.