Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhadra wildlife sanctuary is located in Karnataka at a distance of 38 km from Chikmagalur town. It boasts of a substantially large number of tiger populations and was declared in 1998 as the 25th Project Tiger of India. The sanctuary has an elevation point of 750 m to 1875 m above sea level. The lofty hill range and green vegetation surrounding it from all sides make it look stunning. The lush green vegetation mainly consists of dry deciduous and moist forests.
The mesmerizing Bhadra River passes through this sanctuary whistling soothingly, and hence it has given it the name Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. Spread over the area of 490 sq km, it is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and is home to diverse varieties of flora and fauna. You can spot some of the endangered species over here like Malabar giant squirrel and orangutan.
The two main reserves in this area are Lakkavali and Muthodi. More than 120 species of trees are grown over here. The highest peak in this sanctuary is Kallahathigiri located at the height of 1875 m. The sanctuary is also a habitat for reptiles like a king cobra and Indian rock python.
A giant teak tree known as Jagara is the main attraction of this sanctuary, which is sought to be around 300 years old. Bhadra wildlife sanctuary is one of the must-visit spots in Chikmagalur where you can enjoy various activities such as jeep safari, trekking, bird watching, rock climbing, and water sports at river Bhadra.
