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| About: |
| 38 kms from Chikmagalur, this sanctuary is must for wildlife enthusiasts. Gaur, chital, sambar, elephants and tigers are some of the wildlife found here. This place is truely mysterious, magical and mind-blowing. The secrets of the jungle unwind as you go deep into the seemingly silent forest. Birds whistle their favorite songs. Monkeys chatter incessantly. Elephants trumpet in delight… Welcoming you to discover their magnificent land.The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary in the Chickmagalur and Shimoga Districts, is one of the most fascinating sanctuaries. Sheltering some exquisite flora and fauna. The great Indian gaur, barking deer, flying fox, mongoose, elephant, panther, macaque, babbler, barbet, blue jay, kingfisher, robin, weaverbird, and drongo… have all made their home here.So the next time you’re looking for some adventure, don’t forget to include Bhadra on your list. Or else, you’ll be missing out on some real wild excitement. |
| Timings: Forest visiting time is from 6.00am to 9.00am and 4.00pm to 6.30pm. |
| Location info: |
| Address:Chikmagalur and Shimoga Districts; 492.46 sq. kms. |
| District:Chikmagalur |
| Nearest City:Bangalore |
| Best time to visit: November – March |
| Climate/Weather: |
| Minimum : 10° C in winter Maximum : 32° C in Summer |
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| How to reach? |
| Nearest Railway Station:Nearest railway station is Kadur or Bhadravathi. Nearest railheads are Kadur (40 km) and Mangalore (180 km). |
| Nearest Airport:Nearest airport is Bangalore. |
| Road Transport:38 km from Chickmagalur. Chikmagalur – 30 km; Bangalore – 265 km. |
| Nearest Visiting places: |
| 1.Great Indian Gaur 2.Barking Deer 3.Belur & Halebid. |
| Nearest Petrol Pump: |
| Chikkamagalur |
| Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation: |
| MUTTODI NATURE CAMP (Forest Rest House)Accommodation 2 cottages, 2 dormitories (10 persons per dormitory) Tariff Rs. 450 per cottage (for Indians; rate is higher for foreigners); Rs. 40 per person in dormitory, Rs. 400 per dormitoryContact: The Deputy Conservator of Forests Bhadra Tiger Reserve Chikmagalur – 577101. Tel: 08262-34904. Fax: 08262-28026 Email: dcfbadra@blr.vsnl.net.in |
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| Tips & Suggestions: |
| Make sure you carry a torch/ some candles/ mosquito coil etc if you have to stay in the jungle. In good weather you can camp inside the forest with tents, and do a lot of trekking as well. |
| Help Line/Phone Number: |
| Police Station:100 |
| Nearest Hospital:District Hospital M.G. Road. |
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