{"id":4790,"date":"2022-01-17T11:53:39","date_gmt":"2022-01-17T11:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/?p=4790"},"modified":"2022-03-09T08:10:46","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T08:10:46","slug":"wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/","title":{"rendered":"Wildlife In Maharashtra- Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#About\" >About:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Location_info\" >Location info:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#ClimateWeather\" >Climate\/Weather:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Interesting_things_to_do\" >Interesting things to do:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Interesting_things_to_Visit\" >Interesting things to Visit:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Mobile_range_info\" >Mobile range info:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#How_to_reach\" >How to reach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Nearest_Visiting_places\" >Nearest Visiting places:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Nearest_Petrol_Pump\" >Nearest Petrol Pump:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#There_is_a_24_hrs_open_Petrol_Pump_with_tyre_and_mechanic_service_available_near_to_the_sanctuary\" >There is a 24 hrs open Petrol Pump with tyre and mechanic service available near to the sanctuary.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#HotelsLodgeAccommodation\" >Hotels\/Lodge\/Accommodation:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Things_to_carry\" >Things to carry:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Tips_Suggestions\" >Tips &amp; Suggestions:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.holidaylandmark.com\/blog\/wildlife-in-maharashtra-bhimashankar-wildlife-sanctuary\/#Help_LinePhone_Number\" >Help Line\/Phone Number:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About\"><\/span>About:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The sanctuary is located in the northern part of the Western Ghats. It is spread over three districts Pune, Thane and Raigad. There is a shrine in the forest with the Jyotirlinga, temple of Lord Shiva. Two major tributaries of river Krishna namely Bhima and Ghod originate from this area. The valley is a splendid combination of plant and animal life.Enclosed in the majestic Western Ghats, the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the greatest of all wildlife sanctuaries. It is literally the heaven of all national parks. It is one of the greatest places where the flora and fauna reach their best of form. Its rich collection of vegetation and wild life is a real asset for any wildlife sanctuary Populated with a variety of animals and vegetation, the Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary proves itself to be the real tourist spot for the nature lovers.The beauty of the Western Ghats, the majesty of Maharastra, and the blessings of nature make this place a real treat for the nature lovers. The Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries in India. Covering an area of approximately 104 square kilometers, the Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary is a majestic place to visit for the nature lovers. It is located in the Chandrapur district of Maharastra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Biodiversity<br>Bhimashankar is a home to a relic of near virgin forest in the Northern part of the Western Ghats. It is of added significance as two measure tributaries of river Krishna namely river Bhima and Ghod originate from this areas. Bhimashankar forest harbors many threatened and endangered faunal elements like giant Indian squirrel, panther etc.<br>Flora<br>The main forest of this sanctuary is the southern tropical semi evergreen forest. Tourists can find wide range of plant life, magical herbs, and shrubs. Dominant species are Mango, Jamun, Hirda, Behda, Bamboo, Shrub, Herbs, Climber, Grass, and Fern.<br>Fauna<br>The area is rich in fauna since there is variety of forest types in the sanctuary. The wild life found here includes Leopards, Barking Deer, Sambar, Wild Boar, Langur, and Hyena. Among the birds one will be able to find Malabar Grey Hornbill, Quaker Babbler, Malabar Whistling Thrush, Green Pigeon, Black Eagle, Grey Jungle Fowl and many, many more. One might get to see the great butterfly brigade and Malabar Giant Squirrel, one of the largest of tree squirrels found over here, well over three feet long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_info\"><\/span>Location info:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address:&nbsp;<\/strong>The Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is positioned at an altitude of 2100 feet to 3800 feet, and is spread over the districts of Pune, Raigad and Thane districts of the north-western part of Maharashtra.<strong>District:<\/strong>&nbsp;Thane, Pune, Raigad<strong><\/strong><strong>Nearest City:<\/strong>&nbsp;Ambegaon taluka of Pune District<strong>Best time to visit:&nbsp;<\/strong>The best Time to visit Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is from the month of October to the month of May. The climate during this period remains predictable and comfortable.<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ClimateWeather\"><\/span><strong>Climate\/Weather:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The climate in Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is wet. It receives quite a bit of rainfall during the monsoons, which ranges form mid-June to September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interesting_things_to_do\"><\/span>Interesting things to do:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The wide variety of animal species which are found in the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary in Maharashtra and worth watching consists of barking deer,leopards, wild boar, sambar, hyena and langur. The Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary has a big number of birds like the Quaker Babbler, the Malabar Grey Hornbill, the Green Pigeon, the Malabar Whistling Thrush, the Black Eagle, the Grey Jungle fowl and many more species of birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Main attraction : The giant Indian Squirell (Shekru) and the Hyneas, one of the largest of tree squirrels found over here, well over three feet long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interesting_things_to_Visit\"><\/span>Interesting things to Visit:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Temple of Lord Shiva, Bombay point, Nagphani point, Hanuman tank, Vanaspati point, Gupt Bhimashankar are important tourist attraction within the sanctuary. Devotees of Lord Shiva visit the temple in thousands on the day of Mahashivratri and in the Shravan month (Hindu calendar, corresponding roughly to July-August) on every Monday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dimbhe dam is a picnic spot 40kms from Sanctuary on Manchar-Bhimashnakar road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other attractions of the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary are Bombay Point, Nagphani Point, Hanuman Tank, Vanaspati Point, and Gupt Bhimashankar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_range_info\"><\/span>Mobile range info:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mobile coverage in districts of thane, pune and Raigadh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_reach\"><\/span>How to reach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nearest Railway Station:<\/strong>&nbsp;Karjat Railway Station, sub-district in Raigad district&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Raigad_district\"><\/a>is the nearest railhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Telephone Enq: 02148-139<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nearest Airport: Pune Airport(Lohegaon),<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: Airports Authority of India, Civil Enclave, Pune Airport, Lohogaon,,Pune &#8211; 411032, Maharashtra (India)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Telephone<\/strong><\/td><td>91-020- 26683232<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fax<\/strong><\/td><td>91-020- 26685599<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Road Transport:&nbsp;<\/strong>S T Bus Depot (Gundage)&nbsp;: 220371, 222076, 222085<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, Two very exciting routes to get there- One a scenic &amp; long route called the &#8220;Ganpat vat&#8221;, named after the Ganesh temple enroute.<br>The other, a trekers dream called the &#8220;Sheedi Vat&#8221; due to the ladders on the way. A techincal climb &amp; a must for those seeking some adrenalin rush. Amatuers can alos do this, but I suggect taking a guide from the village at the base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contacts &amp; Suggestions<\/strong><strong><\/strong><br>Dy.Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) Pune,New PMT Building, 3rd Floor, Shankarseth Road,&nbsp;<br>Swarget Pune-411 042<br>020-4471465(O), 5512303(R)<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearest_Visiting_places\"><\/span>Nearest Visiting places:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A temple of Lord Shiva. Devotees of Lord Shiva visit this temple in thousands on the day of Maha Shivaratri and on every Monday in the Shravan month (July-August).Bombay Point,&nbsp;Nagphani Point,&nbsp;Hanuman Tank,&nbsp;Vanaspati Point, and&nbsp;Gupt Bhimashankar.Dimbhe dam is a picnic spot 40-kms from sanctuary on Manchar-Bhimashnakar road. Along with the Bhimashanker temple trek one can also trek up to Hanuman Khada for a superb view of the plains below and the surrounding Western Ghats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dimbhe dam is a picnic spot 40kms from Sanctuary on Manchar-Bhimashnakar road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other places of interests include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rajmachi Fort<br>Kondana Caves Archaeological Buddhist Caves B.C. 250<br>Khandpe<br>Bahiri Caves<br>Peb Fort<br>Chanderi Hill<br>Peth Fort<br>Sagunabaug<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the places above are situated in or around Karjat, Raigad Dictrict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearest_Petrol_Pump\"><\/span><strong>Nearest Petrol Pump:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"There_is_a_24_hrs_open_Petrol_Pump_with_tyre_and_mechanic_service_available_near_to_the_sanctuary\"><\/span>There is a 24 hrs open Petrol Pump with tyre and mechanic service available near to the sanctuary.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HotelsLodgeAccommodation\"><\/span>Hotels\/Lodge\/Accommodation:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart of farm Houses, Outside the sanctuary, there are plenty of choices available as per the budget of tourists. Some of them are mentioned below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raj&#8217;s Cottage<br>Shri Radha Krishna<br>Royal Garden<br>Hotel Asara<br>Hotel Mayura<br>Hotel Shraddha<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rotary Club&nbsp;: 222059,223992,222230,9850767262<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_carry\"><\/span>Things to carry:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carrying a tour guide book will work wonder. It will help you gaining heaps of information about the region, which will definitely add delight to your touring experience.<br>Equip yourself with all necessary amenities like trekking kit, cameras and binoculars.<br>Always put a personal first-aid-box in your bag.<br>And plenty of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_Suggestions\"><\/span>Tips &amp; Suggestions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the sanctuary surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Help_LinePhone_Number\"><\/span>Help Line\/Phone Number:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Police Station: 100<\/strong><strong>Nearest Hospital:&nbsp;<\/strong>SHREE NARAYAN HOSPITAL ( KARJAT )<br>Near Hanuman Hotel ,Near Ice Factory Karjat,Raigad &#8211; 410201<br>Tel:(2148)- 222357\/222367<br>Fax: 221939<br>Others:<br>Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital<br>Dr. Chakraborty&#8217;s Deepani Hospital<br>MGM Hospitals and Medical Research Centre [95]<br>District Hospitals<br>Government Health Centre<br>Tata Cancer Hospital and Research Centre<br><strong>Society\/Community Phone Number:<\/strong>&nbsp;020-4471465(O), 5512303(R)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About: The sanctuary is located in the northern part of the Western Ghats. 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