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Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary: Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the leading tourist attractions in Kerala, is located 15 kms away from Munnar. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is really the natural habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary houses half the world’s population of this rare mountain goat. The Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is an attempt to preserve this rare species of the goat family, which is fast approaching extinction.

Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is a part of the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. Visitors are only allowed to go inside the tourism area in the Rajamala region. This method is adopted in order to restore harmony and sanctify the natural habitat that facilitates the process of conservation of these wild animals. The total number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated to be 1317.

If you are an animal lover and enjoy their company, then you must go and visit Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary. The Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary provides refuge to different forms of wildlife in Kerala and provides tourists with an opportunity to see these rare creatures in their natural surroundings. Wildlife sanctuaries are made to conserve the animals that are on the verge of extinction. The wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala help the tourists to come closer to these creatures and observe their habit and habitats. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is considered as one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala, which has a perfect ambience to make the spot enjoyable for every visitor.

Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary: Sprawling over an area of 128 sq km, the Neyyar Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most frequented and beautiful wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala. Tucked away in the southeast region of the Western Ghats, this Kerala wildlife sanctuary has vegetation from tropical wet evergreen forests to grasslands. It was notified as a wildlife sanctuary in 1958. It is the catchment area for the Neyyar River, Mullayar and Kallar. 1890 meters high Agasthyakoodam Peak and the Neyyar Reservoir of 9.06 sq km will make your Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary tour more adventurous and full of fun.

The wooded forests and hills of the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary offer shelter to rich and diverse flora and fauna. Travel to Neyyar Wildlife sanctuary and get enchanted with its treasure trove of wildlife and nature's beauty. As you go deep on your safari tour to Neyyar wildlife Sanctuary with Kerala Travel Tourism, you can see Elephants, Nilgiri Tahrs (endangered mountain goats), Sambhars, Tigers, Gaur, Wild Boars, Jungle Cats, Indian Porcupines, Barking Dogs, Malabar Squirrels, Sloth Bears, Pythons, Cobras, Flying Snakes and many other mammals and reptiles.

On your Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary tour, you can also spot diverse species of avifauna such as White-breasted Water Hen, King Fishers, Woodpeckers, Little Green Heron, Indian Cuckoos, Indian Hill Mynas, Mynas, Egrets, Little Cormorants, Gray Jungle Fowl, Darters and many more. The Neyyar Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala is a treat to all wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and bird watchers.

On your Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary Kerala tour, explore the Crocodile Farm, Lion Safari Park and Deer Farm. Visitors can indulge in boat riding on the picturesque Neyyar Lake. Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy trekking to Agastiar Peak on your Kerala wildlife sanctuary tour with Kerala travel Tourism. The best time to travel to Neyyar Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala is in between the months of October to March.

Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary : Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary in Kerala beckons wildlife lovers and nature observers to get immerse in serenity and glory of its forested areas. Endowed with semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests, the sanctuary lies in the drainage basin of the Peechi and Vazhni dams in the district of Trichur.

Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary in Kerala was established in 1958. As you travel to Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary Kerala, explore varied species of flora and fauna. This sanctuary is a home to more than 50 varieties of orchids, teak, rosewood and medicinal flora. The Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary offers a rich variety of rare plants and animals.

Besides a wide variety of plants, tourists can also spot tigers, leopards, sambar, wild dogs, barking deer, spotted deer, elk, the bison, elephant and many more species of wild animals. Covering an area of 125 sq km, this wildlife reserve has around 60 species of birds and 10 species of snakes. Put on your trekking shoes. A 923 m high Ponmudi is a highest peak. An exhausting trek of this peak is worth taking to see a picturesque view of the sanctuary.

Visitors can indulge themselves in boating, trekking, photography, picnicking and bird watching. The nearest airport from Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary is in Kochi, around 98 kms while the nearest railway station is 23 km away at Thrissur. The main attractions that entice tourists to travel to Peechi Vazhani Sanctuary Kerala are Tigers and Leopards.

Wayanad wildlife: The Waynad Wildlife Sanctuary in the southern Indian state of Kerala is a must for tourists looking forward to experience a bit of wilderness during their travel in Kerala. A part of the Waynad Plateau, this wildlife park in Kerala is famous for its tigers and leopards along with the other wildlife that one can find during holidays in Waynad. The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary comprises two districts of Kerala i.e. in the north; it is a part of the Cannanore district while its southern part is located in the Calicut district. The park extends from the latitude 11°15' in the North to the longitude 76°30' in the East. There is a good road network that connects the sanctuary with the other important places in Kerala.

Wayanad literally means the 'land of swamps’. Rich in bio-diversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri biosphere reserve, which has been established with the chief objective of conserving the biological heritage of the region. The region, which is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, was notified in the year 1973 as a wildlife sanctuary. The management of the park laid emphasis on creating scientific conservation methods that are complementary to the traditional lifestyle of the tribals residing in the region.

 
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