Magadi Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka
Established on the Magadi Tank, which is located 26 km from Gadag in Karnataka, Magadi Tank sprawls over an area of 134 acre and has 900 hectare of catchment area. This sanctuary is known for the Bar Headed Goose, which is a migratory bird that feeds on crops instead of amphibians. There are more than 134 species of birds that can be seen in this sanctuary. Some of the bird species spotted at this sanctuary are Oriental Ibis, Comb Duck, Purple Heron, Gray Heron, and Greater Flamingo. White Breasted Water Hen, Black winged stilt, painted stork, Wooly necked stork, Ruddy Shed Duck or Brahminy Duck and Eurasian Spoonbill can be seen at this sanctuary.
Best Time to Visit – November to March
How to Reach?
Bangalore Airport is the nearest airport and Gadag is the nearest railhead to reach Magadi Bird Sanctuary.
Best Things to Do
- Nature walks
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Village Tour
Best Places to See
- Sri Someshwara Temple
- Village around Magadi
- Hydroelectric Power Station
Best Places to Stay – You will find the best accommodation options at Lakshmeshwar Shirahatti and Gadag.
Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka
Mandagadde is situated near Shimoga town and is one of the best places to go birdwatching in India. This sanctuary is surrounded by a dense forest and the gurgling River Tunga forms an island that is a habitat for migratory birds like the median egret, the cormorant, Pied Kingfisher, Wooly Necked Stork, Night Herons, Open-billed storks the darter. In the month of August one can be greeted by as many as 5000 birds in the Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary. One can also enjoy trekking in the sanctuary as well.
Best Time to Visit – July to October
How to Reach?
The closest railway station is at Shimoga and the closest airport is at Mangalore. KSRTC and private buses are also available to reach here.
Best Things to Do
- Birdwatching
- Trekking
- Boating
Best Places to See –
- Gajanur Dam
- Sakrebailu Elephant Camp
Best Places to Stay
- Royal Orchid Central
- Green View Clarks inn
- Blue Crystal Lodge
- Akash Inn
- MG Palace
- Vamoose Barekal
Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
This bird sanctuary is in Chitrangudi village, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu. Spread over an area of about 4673 sq km, Chitrangudi is the nesting site for several migratory Heron species that roost in the prominent Babul trees here. Birds like Spot-billed Pelican, Asian Openbill Stork, Gray Heron, Purple Heron, Pond Heron, Little Egret and Great Egret can be seen here. You will also witness beautiful Babul trees, tamarind trees, fig trees, neem trees and drumsticks etc.
Best Time to Visit – October to February
How to Reach?
The best way to reach Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary is by road. It has very good road connectivity. Mudukalathur, Sayalkudi, Ramanathapuram, Madurai You can easily reach this place. The nearest airport is at Paramakudi.
Best Things to Do
- Nature walks
- Photography
- Birdwatching
Best Places to See
- Chitrangudi Village Tour
- Kanjirankulam bird Sanctuary
Best Places to Stay
- Kushi Beach Resort
- Kalaimagal Residency
- SSK Green palace
- Golden Residency
- Abirami Residency
Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
Adjacent to the Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary, Kanjirankulam is yet another important bird sanctuary in South India. Kanjirankulam is situated in Mudukulathur Ramanathapuram District and is a natural habitat for winter migratory birds. It provides a safe place for roosting, breeding and feeding for the birds and thus offers the bird watchers a variety that can be found nowhere. Some of the most commonly sighted birds in the sanctuary are Gray Heron, Open billed stork, Painted Stork, Spoonbill, Gray pelicans, Block ibis, White ibis, Dabchick, Night heron, Cattle egret, Indian darter, Little egret and Pond heron.
Best Time to Visit – November to February
How to Reach?
Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary can be easily reached via Mudukulathur and Madurai.
Flora- Tropical Dry Deciduous Type
Best Things to Do –
- Picnic
- Nature walks
- Photography
- Birdwatching
Best Places to See
- Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary
- Devipattinam
- Uthirakosamangai
Best Places to Stay – You will get good accommodation options at Paramakudi and Tirupathur.
Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
Koonthankulam Birds Sanctuary is an exceptionally protected sanctuary actively protected by the Koonthankulam village community. This is the largest breeding water bird reserve in south India and it attracts more than one lakh birds annually. The sanctuary is located 35 kms away from Tirunelveli and has significance for the local people who take keen interest in protecting this sanctuary and live together in a total symbiotic relationship. It is believed that the villagers and the birds coming to their backyards for five generations are protected vehemently by villagers collecting the excreta of birds in summer along with silt to use as fertilizer in their fields. Koonthankulam is a perfect place to learn how to stay in peace with nature and birdwatching holidays in India.
Best Time to Visit- January to February
How to Reach?
From Nanguneri Taluk in Tirunelveli district, Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary is only 38km away.
Best Things to Do – Birdwatching and Photography
Best Places to See – Nellaiappar temple, Thamirabarani River and Papanasam.
Best Places to Stay
- Hotel Singaar International
- Isola di Cocco
- The Gopinivas Grand Hotel
- Hotel tri sea
- Poovar Island Resort
- The Seashore Hotel
- Hotel Chitra Park
Suchindram Theroor Birds Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
The Suchindram Theroor Birds Sanctuary is situated in Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu. It is one of the best places for exploring top Bird Sanctuaries in India. It comprises two wetlands namely, Suchindram Kulam wetlands and Theroor Kulam wetlands. The Suchindram pond is rich in flora and fauna and is home to migratory water birds like Painted Stork and Spot Billed Pelicans. Other birds that one can spot in Suchindram Theroor Bird Sanctuary are cattle egrets, great cormorants, darters, purple swamphen, and bronze-winged Jacanas. Resident raptors include pied kingfisher, brahminy kite and marsh harrier. Other water birds are dabchick, gray heron, Garganey, purple heron, cinnamon Bittern, open bill stork, cotton pygmy goose, whiskered tern and little tern, black-winged stilt, greenshank, little ringed plover and the common sandpiper.
Best Time to Visit – October to April
How to Reach?
Suchindram Theroor Birds Sanctuary is accessible via NH44. Kodai Road is the nearest railway station and Madurai Airport is the nearest airport to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Pazhayar and Parakkai Lake
- Thanumalayan Temple
- Nagaraja Temple
- Putheri Lake
- Azad Park
- Sanguthurai Beach
Best Things to Do
- Birdwatching
- Sightseeing
- Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Ferdin cottage
- Indien Hermitage
- Sparsa
- Sunshine Villas
- Hotel Temple City
Udayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary
Udayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary is an exciting place and is spread over an area of 45 sq kms. The bird sanctuary is situated in Tiruvarur District in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is believed that the population of the birds increases to 10,000 in winters. The sanctuary is a home to a large species of birds especially the migratory one such as white-necked stork, gray-heron, white-ibis, coot, night heron, purple-heron, spoonbill, darter, Indian reef heron and little cormorant. For migratory bird watching experience, this is one of the best places to explore in India.
Best Time to Visit – November to March
How to Reach?
The nearest airport is at Thanjavur and the nearest railhead is at Thiruthuraipoondi to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Muthupet Lagoon
- Muthupet Dargah
- Ayyanar Temple
- Saraswati Temple
Best Things to Do
- Muthupet Mangroves Boating
- Visit Muthupet Mangroves Island
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Birdwatching
- Photography
Best Places to Stay – Thiruvarur will offer comfortable and budget stay options and private lodges of Muthupet are also good for comfortable stay.
Note- Take permission from the forest range officer to reach Udayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary.
Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary is situated 25 kms from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The sanctuary is home to several types of birds and is located near a large irrigation tank that receives water from Mettur dam. There are about more than 40 species of water birds like Ibis, Painted Stork, Grey Pelican, Pintail, Cormorant, Teals and Herons that call Vaduvoor their home. It is reckoned that about 20000 birds during the month of November migrate to Vadavoor from different countries of the world. So, don’t wait and plan a trip to this top birding destination in South India.
Best Time to Visit – November and December
How to Reach?
You can reach Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary via NH44. Tiruchirapalli International Airport is the nearest airport and Mannargudi railway station is the nearest railhead to reach here.
Best Things to Do
- Photography
- Nature sightseeing
- Birdwatching
Best Places to Stay
Mannargudi has a plethora of good accommodation options for a comfortable stay.
Vellode Birds Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
Vellode Sanctuary sprawls over an area of 77.1 hectares, and is situated in Vadamugam Vellode village, Erode district in Tamil Nadu. The sanctuary is host to several migratory birds as well as fishes and other aquatic animals. Some commonly found bird species include cormorants, teals, pintail ducks, Pelicans and Darters. Various beautiful trees like neem trees, Palmyra trees and eucalyptus trees will also captivate your soul.
Best Time to Visit – November to March
How to Reach?
It is located 15km away from Erode. Coimbatore Airport is the nearest airport to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Thindal Murugan Temple
- CSI brough MemorialChurch
- Arudra Kapaleeswarar Temple
- Bhavanisagar Dam
- Bannari Amman Temple
- Murugan Temples
Best Things to Do – Photography, Sightseeing and Birdwatching
Best Places to Stay
- P.R.M Aruna Lodge
- Hotel Aishwaryaa
- Hotel Atrium
- Shree Residency
- Westland Hotel
Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
The Vettangudi Bird sanctuary is situated in Sivaganga District in Tamil Nadu and is at a short distance from Madurai (51kms). It includes Periya Kollukudi Patti, Chinna Kollukudi Patti and Vettangudi Patti tanks and is spread over an area of 38.4 ha. The bird sanctuary is rich in flora and fauna and has several natural breeding habitats for winter migratory birds; it is in fact amongst the best bird watching destinations in South India. Open billed stork, White ibis, Grey herons, Asian Openbill Stork, Night herons, Darters and Spoon bills are the common migratory birds seen here in the winter season. It is also believed that during the peak migrating season 8,000 winter migratory birds belonging to 217 species can be spotted here. The sanctuary is also the habitat for indigenous endangered species such as Painted Stork, Little Cormorant, Little Egret, Intermediate Egret, Cattle Egret, Common Teal, Spotbills, pintail, and flamingos.
Best Time to Visit – November to February
How to Reach?
Madurai airport is the nearest airport and Karaikudi is the nearest railway station to reach Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary.
Best Places to See: Vettangudi, Periya Kallukudi and China Kallukudi villages.
Best Things to Do – Birdwatching and Photography
Best Places to Stay – Karaikudi, Madurai and Tirupattur are the best places for good accommodation on a budget.
Najafgarh Drain Bird Sanctuary, Delhi
Najafgarh drain bird sanctuary and wetland ecosystem is a wide drain. This area is a very significant habitat for migratory water birds along with important wildlife habitat. The Najafgarh drain is another name for the River Sahibi, which is famous for its wetland ecosystem, water birds and wildlife. Black Kite, Red-wattled Lapwing, Cattle Egret, Golden Eagle, pigeons, koel bird, Myna Bird, Tailor Bird, Warbler, are some of the most exotic bird species found here.
Best Time to Visit – November to March
How to Reach?
Indira Gandhi International airport is the nearest airport and Dwarka sector 21 is the nearest metro station to reach here.
Best Places to See – Delhi is the capital of India. You can enjoy the Delhi sightseeing tour by visiting the most beautiful historical places and monuments.
Best Things to Do
- Picnics
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Delhi Sightseeing Tour
Best Places to Stay
- The Leela Palace New Delhi
- hotel sehej continental
- The Lodhi Hotel
- Radisson Blu Kaushambi Delhi NCR
- Seven Seas Hotel
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Uttar Pradesh
Nawabganj is one of the major bird sanctuaries in Uttar Pradesh. It is a small bird sanctuary that is spread over an area of about 3 sq. km between Lucknow and Kanpur. The sanctuary attracts hundreds of migratory bird species during winters and is amongst the best birding destinations in north India. It is mainly the area around a lake that creates a perfect place for the migratory and water birds. This picturesque sanctuary is an ideal place for family picnics and photographers. Some of the major migratory birds visiting here are Greylag Goose, Pintail, Cotton teal, and Red Crested pochard, Gadwall, Shoveller, Coot and Mallard. Some major local migratory and residential birds are Spotbill, Sarus crane, Painted Stork, Peacock, White Ibis, Dabchick, whistling teal, Open billed stork, White necked stork, Pheasant tailed jacana, Bronze winged Jacana, Purple moorhen, Lapwing, Tern vulture, Pigeon, King crow, Indian roller and Bee eater.
Best Time to Visit – November to March
How to Reach?
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary is accessible via NH25. Kanpur airport is the nearest airport and Unnao Junction Railway Station is the nearest railhead to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Deer Park
- Bird Interpretation Center
- Reptile Enclosure
- Lucknow
- Agra
Best Things to Do
- Nature photography
- Birdwatching
- Sightseeing
Best Places to Stay
- Treebo Trend Allsian International
- Lemon Tree Hotel
- Hotel Crossroad
- Hotel Mangalam Palace
Patna Bird Sanctuary, Uttar Pradesh
The Patna Bird Sanctuary is located in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh. It is spread across an area of 108 hectare and reportedly has about 300 different species of birds. For a long time, it has been a favorite breeding center for a sizable population of migratory birds, which makes it the best destination for migratory bird watching experience in India. There is even an old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva here that attracts thousands of pilgrims.
Little Gerbs, Cormorants, Sarus Crane, Darter, Gray Heron, Purple Heron, Paddy Bird, Cattle Egrets, Large Egrets, Smaller Egrets, Little Egrets, Night Heron, Indian Reef Heron, Black necked Stork, white Ibis, SpoonBill, Graying Goose, Bar headed Goose, Lesser Whistling Teal, Ruddy Shelduck, Pintail, Common Teal, Spot Billed Duck, Gadwall, Wigeon, Shoveler and Comb Duck are some commonly spotted birds here.
Best Time to Visit – October to March
<>How to Reach?
Kheria Airport in Agra is the nearest Airport and Jalesar Railway Station is the nearest railhead to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Agra Fort
- Taj Mahal
- Aligarh Fort
- Banke Bihari Temple
- Shri Radha Raman Ji Temple
- Etah
Best things to Do
- Agar City Tour
- Nature walks
- Birdwatching
- Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Hotel Palm Galaxy
- Hotel Parador
- Goroomgo Nature Resort Agra
- Hotel Madhushrie
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary is a paradise for birds and is home to 300 varieties of migratory birds. The sanctuary is located in Jamnagar, Gujarat and is widely known for its unique habitat of freshwater lakes, salt and freshwater marshlands and coral reef which also makes it one of the best birdwatching holiday destinations in India. Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary is spread over 6 sq. km of area but bears a splendid diversity of habitats and ecosystems, which include marine habitat, freshwater habitat, marshy lands, mangroves, prosopis areas, salt pans, open mudflats, intertidal mudflats, creeks, scrubs sandy beaches and adjoining farmlands.
Best Time to Visit – October to March
How to Reach?
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary is accessible via NH48. Jamnagar’s Govardhanpur Airport is the nearest airport and Jamnagar’s railway station is the nearest railhead to reach here.
Best Places to See
- Narara Marine National Park
- Lakhota Talav
- Bala Hanuman Temple
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Rozi Port
- Aradhana Dham
- Balachadi Beach
Best Things to Do
- Birdwatching
- Sightseeing
- Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Anaya Beacon Hotel
- Sayaji Jamnagar
- The Fern Residency
- Hotel Fortune Palace
- Svasti Inn Jamnagar
- Eco Inn Hotel by Lime Tree
Porbandar Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat
It is probably one of the smallest bird sanctuaries in India. The bird sanctuary is situated in the heart of Porbandar and protects many avifauna and migratory birds. The lake in the sanctuary serves as a home to the migratory birds like teals, fowls, flamingos, ibis and curlews. In total there are about 150 species of birds that can be found in Porbandar Bird Sanctuary. This is the only bird sanctuary which helps in the conservation of various exotic varieties of bird species.
Best Time to Visit – October to March
How to Reach?
It is located at Chhaya Road in Porbandar. Porbandar Railway station is the nearest railhead and Porbandar airport is the nearest airport to reach here.
Best Places to See-
- Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
- Sudama Temple
- Kirti Mandir
- Huzoor Palace
- Jambuvan Cave
- Shri Hari Mandir Temple
Best Things to Do – Birdwatching and Birding Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Hotel Balaji Palace
- The Fern Leo Beach Resort
- Hotel Kuber
- Kailash Guest House
Chintamoni Kar Bird Sanctuary, Kolkata
Chintamoni Kar Bird Sanctuary is situated in south Kolkata and is famous for the availability of a wide variety of birds, butterflies, ferns and orchids. Chintamoni Kar is the safe shelter for bird species like Common Hawk Cuckoo, Streak-throated Woodpecker, Emerald Dove, Crested Serpent Eagle, White-throated Fantail and Large-tailed Nightjar. Apart from being the best birding destinations in North East India, it is also home to wild animals like Civet Cat, Jungle Cat, Jackal and Monitor Lizard.
Best Time to Visit – September to April
How to Reach?
Chintamoni Kar Bird Sanctuary is accessible via NH19. You can take a direct bus from Howrah to reach here. Sonarpur rail station is the closest railway station if you want to go by train.
Best Places to See
- Tripura Sundari Devi Temple
- Ramkrishna Mission
- Floating Market Patuli Kolkata
- Jora Shiva Temple
- Chintamoni Kar Sculpture Museum
Best Things to Do
- Wildlife Exploration
- Butterfly and Birdwatching
- Nature photography
Best Places to Stay –
- Hotel Coco Inn
- Royal guest House
- Southern Plaza
- Metropole
Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary, Maharashtra
Situated in Aurangabad and Ahmednagar district in Marathwada region, Jayakwadi bird sanctuary is rich in aquatic life. The Nathsagar Lake, situated in the sanctuary is host to aquatic vegetation such as Spirogyra, Hydrilla, Chara, Potamogeton, Vallisneria etc. Argemone Maxicana and Ipomea Fistulosa are found in the adjoining area. There are about 200 species of resident and migrant birds; out of these, 45 species are that of migratory birds. Cranes, Flamingos, Pintails, Wigeon, Shoveller, Brahminy Duck, Pochards, Teals, God Wit, Shauces, Glossy Ibis are some notable birds here. For birding photography, it is one of the top birding destinations in India.
Best Time to Visit – October to March
How to Reach?
You can easily reach Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary via Mumbai- Agra National Highway.
Best Places to See
- Paithan Village
- Aurangabad Caves
- Himayat Bagh
- Ajanta and Ellora
- Grishneshwar Temple
- Kailash Temple
Best Things to Do
Best Places to Stay
Paithan and Aurangabad will offer best accommodation options that will be on budget and provide all the comforts and basic facilities to the tourists.
Nandurmadhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary, Maharashtra
The Nandur Madhmeshwar sanctuary is situated on the confluence of River Godavari and River Kadwa in the state of Maharashtra. It is one of the most popular bird sanctuaries in India. The sanctuary is spread over an area of about 1765 ha of land and is a remarkable place for the winged creatures. About 220 species of birds can be found here along with 400 species of plants and 24 species of fish. Also, the sanctuary is the temporary shelter for about 80 species of migratory birds. Black Ibis, Spot Bills, Teals, Little Grabe, Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, Stork, Kites, Vultures, Buzzards and Harriers are some of common avifauna seen here. Whereas, White Stork, Glossy Ibis, Spoonbills, Flamingo, Goose Brahminy Duck, Pintails, Mallard, Widgeon, Gargenery Shoveller, Pochards, Cranes Shanks and Curlews are some migratory birds that can be sighted here in the peak season.
Best Time to Visit – October to March
How to Reach?
The nearest airport is Aurangabad and the nearest railhead is Niphad to reach Nandur Madhmeshwar Sanctuary. You can also reach by road via Niphad, Sinnar and Nashik.
Best Places to See –
- Muktidham
- Tapovan
- Ramkund
- Kalaram Temple
- Pandavleni Caves
- Trimbakeshwar Temple
- Sita Gumpha
- DudhSagar Falls
Best Things to Do
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Temple Tour
Best Places to Stay – Niphad offers best accommodation options for comfortable and budget stay. Hotel Saiways, Godavari Inn, Panchavati Motels are some of the better stay options here.
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Kerala
Kadalundi is a community reserve and is located in Malappuram district of Kerala. The sanctuary is spread over a small area of 3kms and is popular for its wide variety of avifauna. It is also home to 60 species of migratory birds that include terns, gulls, herons, sandpipers and cormorants. However, the major attractions of the sanctuary are kingfisher, Malabar hornbills, woodpeckers, darters, plovers and brahminy kites. Other than the birds, one can also spot a variety of fish, mussels and crabs here. The sanctuary also houses several species of snakes such as the cobra, krait and the viper; in addition, turtles can be spotted here as well. So, if you are a bird lover and looking for the best destinations for birding photography, this is a perfect place to be in.
Best Time to Visit- November to April
How to Reach?
Kozhikode railway station is 19km away from Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary and Calicut International airport is the nearest airport to reach Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary.
Best Places to See
- Kozhikode Beach
- Kadalundi river
- Kozhippara Falls
- Beypore
- Kakkayam
Best Things to Do
- Trekking
- Birdwatching
- Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Treebo Trend Casino Hotel
- The Raviz Calicut
- Le Candles Resort
- SAAS Residency
- The Raviz Kadavu
- La Mer Inn
- Malabar Palace
Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Maharashtra
Karnala is situated about 60kms from Mumbai between Matheran and Kajrat. It is one of the best destinations for birdwatchers. The sanctuary is small and is spread over 12.11 sq km in Raigad district of Maharashtra. It is home to over 150 species of avifauna and 37 species of migratory birds, out of which three are rare birds and are called Ashy Minivet, Three-toed kingfisher and Malabar Trogon. Karnala is a popular picnic spot and is also a good place for trekking. There are four nature trails in the sanctuary and the most popular one leads to Karnala fort, also called Funnel Hill. Winter is the best time to spot migratory birds like the blue throat, the black headed cuckoo-shrike, the blue-headed rock-thrush, blackbird and the red breasted flycatcher flock.
Best Time to Visit – October to April
How to Reach?
Mumbai – Goa National Highway will lead you to Karnala Bird Sanctuary. The nearest railhead is Panvel if you want to go by train and Mumbai is the nearest Airport to reach Karnala Bird Sanctuary.
Best Places to See
- Karnala fort
- Shiva Temple
- Matheran
- Elephanta Caves
- Lonavala
Best Things to Do
- Shopping
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Nature walks
- Picnics
- Trekking
Best Places to Stay – Panvel will give you better accommodation options when it comes to budget and comfortable stay.
Assan Barrage Bird Sanctuary, Uttarakhand
Located on the confluence of Eastern Yamuna Canal and the Assan River, this Bird sanctuary is a best visiting destination for bird lovers in North India. One can see as many as 53 species of birds among which 19 are migrants from Eurasia. Shoveller, Ruddy Shelduck, Mallard, Coot, Cormorant, Egrets, Wagtails, Pond Heron, Brahminy Duck, Common Pochard, Common Teal, Gadwall, Pintail, Red Crested Pochard and Tufted Duck are the common birds that migrate in the winter season here. Apart from bird watching, visitors can also go for a nature walk in the nearby Sal Forest of Timli.
Best Time to Visit- October to April
How to Reach?
Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to reach Assan Barrage Bird Sanctuary. This sanctuary is on the way to Paonta Sahib at Dehradun.
Best Places to See
- Asan and Yamuna River
- Paonta Sahib
- Dakpathar
- Paltan Bazaar
- Robbers Cave
- Sahastradhara
- Mall Road
Best Things to Do
- Rowing
- Kayaking
- Motor Boating
- Canoeing
- Water Skiing
- Paddle Boating
- Photography
- Trekking
Best Places to Stay – It’s in Dehradun So, you will get very good accommodation options.
Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary, Hyderabad
Located in Adilabad district and about 250 kms away from the city of Hyderabad, Kawal Sanctuary is a popular wildlife reserve in India. It is spread over an area of about 893 sq km and is home to many wildlife species like Sambar, Cheetal, Nilgai, Barking Deer, Indian Bison, Sloth Bear, Panther and Tiger. One also has the opportunity to spot birds like Partridge, Quails, Peacocks, Eagles, Kites, Owls, Mynahs, and Kingfishers here along with the large population of migratory birds in the winter season.
Best Time to Visit – June to September
How to Reach?
Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary is 50km away from Mancherial and 260km from Hyderabad. There are three routes to follow if you are going via road – SH1-SH7, AH-43, NH163-SH7.
Best Places to Visit
- Gayatri Waterfalls
- Jainath Temple
- Basar Saraswati Temple
- Kuntala Waterfalls
- Kadam Dam
- Pochera Waterfalls
Best Things to Do
- Explore wildlife
- Nature walks
- Birdwatching
- Nature Photography
Best Places to Stay
- Haritha Hotel
- Jannaram Forest Hotel
- Forest Guest House
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many bird sanctuaries are there in India?
There are 72 Bird Sanctuaries in India according to Bombay Natural History Society.
Which is the most famous bird sanctuary in India?
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan is the most famous bird sanctuary in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which are the best destinations for migratory bird watching experience in India?
- Bharatpur bird Sanctuary
- Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
- Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary
- Thattekkad bird Sanctuary
- Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary
- Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
- Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
- Patna Bird Sanctuary
- Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
- Assan Barrage Bird Sanctuary
What is the best season in India for bird watching experience?
Winter season is the best season in India for bird watching as India’s beautiful landscapes and rich biodiversity attracts many migratory birds.
Which is the largest bird sanctuary in India?
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is the largest bird sanctuary in India.
Which is the smallest bird sanctuary in India?
Mayureshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is the smallest Bird Sanctuary in India.
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From the Lake District, Nainital, Nidhi Singh is a travel writer whose love for mountains can be seen in her write ups. Talk about solo travelling, indulging in adventure activities, binging on good food, planning budget trips or the Aurora Borealis and you will get all her attention. It is the wanderlust that keeps her going and if at all she could get one wish granted she would love to live a life less ordinary. Follow her on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.
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