Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

Undulating streams, whispering bamboo, diverse wildlife and innumerable trekking trails make Dandeli a dream destination. The River Kali and its tributaries, Kaneri and Nagajhari, meander through the moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests. The Dandeli forests also play host to the graceful Virnoli Rapids, the magnificent Supa Dam, the sinister Syntheri Rocks, Nagajhari Viewpoint, the Kulgi Nature Education Camp, the Kavla Caves with their Shivling-like stalagmites and Sykes Point, which offers a stunning view of the Kalinadi Valley.

Best season:

October to March.

Location and Area:

Uttara Kannada District; 834.16 sq. kms.

Flora and Fauna:

Moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests. The area is also rich in bamboo.

Mammals:

The elephant, gaur, tiger, panther or leopard, sambar, spotted deer, mouse deer, barking deer, sloth bear, wild boar, wild dog, mongoose, porcupine, jackal and the common langur are some of the mammals found here.

Birds:

The golden-backed woodpecker, crested serpent eagle, white-breasted kingfisher, grey hornbill, great pied hornbill, the Malabar pied hornbill and more are found here.

Reptiles:

Crocodiles and various kinds of snakes can be found here.

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