Location

Nilgiris district 65 Kms. From Udhagamandalam on the Udhagamandalam-Mysore Road.

Area

Wildlife sanctuary – 21,776 ha.
National Park – 10,323 ha.
Total – 32,100 ha.

Forest type

Primarily moist deciduous. Tends to become dry deciduous towards Bandipur. Mainly mixed forests with bamboos.

Animals found

Elephant, Gaur, Sambar, Chital, Dhole Panther, Tiger, Sloth bear, Python, Barking deer, Four-horned antelope (Chowsingha), Common langur, Otter, Crocodiles (Mugger) and a Variety of birds and Reptiles.

Annual rainfall

About 2300 mm

Nearest airport

Coimbatore – 160 kms away.

Nearest Railway station

Udhagamandalam – 64 kms away.
Mysore – 95 kms away

Best season

Throughout the year (Except June to August)

Entry Fees

Rs. 15/- per Adult. No private vehicle allowed inside the sanctuary.

Accommodation

Forest Rest Houses at Abhayaranyam, Kargudi, Masinagudi, and Teppakadu. Catering arrangements are provided.

For greater details

The Wildlife Warden,
Mahalingam Buildings,
Coonoor Road,
Udhagamandalam – 643 001.

(Or)

Reception Range Officer,
Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary & National Park,
Theppakadu,
The Nilgiris.
Phone No : 0423-526235