You have chosen a great place for a trip to national parks and reserves. The thing is that in the state of Kerala there are 17 reserves and 4 national parks. During your stay in India, you can manage only a small part. The Peryar nature reserve is considered the best and most interesting. This is the largest reserve not only in India, but throughout Asia. Up to 200 thousand tourists come here every year. This place is considered a haven for numerous birds, Bengal tigers and the kingdom of elephants. Also, only here in India do tourists have the opportunity to photograph a wild elephant at close range. The territory of the reserve is located in the north of the state near Lake Thekkady. The lake is large, its area is about five hectares.

There are two ways to view this reserve: by water and by land. You can visit this place from 6 am to 6 pm. If you visit the reserve on foot, then you need to pay 300 rupees for the entrance + 200 rupees for video filming. There are different combinations of visits, being on the spot, decide what suits you best (some tourists are only interested in a jeep safari, which takes place in remote places of the reserve). For your information, the area of ​​this reserve is huge, it occupies 800 square meters. Any excursions are conducted only with the participation of a guide, but to get a guide to the reserve you need to come early (guide services are paid extra). There are separate offers for night excursions that are more extreme and you experience completely different sensations on them, but not everyone can cope with their fear and go on such a trip.

There are two observation towers on the territory of the reserve, from which it is convenient to observe the animals. In total, there are 35 species of animals and 265 species of birds.

Five times a day there is a cruise on the lake (first departure at 7 am, last at 4 pm). The tour takes place on a double-deck tourist boat. Best Places are on top, so you need to take this into account and be as nimble as possible in order to get better seats (for a little money you can book such seats through the boat owner). It is better to make such a walk on the first or last flights. The cost of such a trip is from 55 to 350 rupees and depends on the size of the group, as well as the comfort of the boat. On these boats, tourists are brought as close as possible to the animals. The most desirable objects that tourists want to see are Bengal tigers (there are more than forty of them in the reserve) and elephants (there are more than a thousand of them in the reserve).

When buying a ticket, the reserve employee gives tourists special bags that should be put on top of their shoes. These bags protect the legs from snakes, leeches, cobras, poison frogs and other dangers. Be sure to bring protective equipment against malarial mosquitoes, as they are quite common here. You should not drink water from any source, even if it seems completely safe (you should have enough water with you). Stock up on antibacterial wipes.

There is only one entrance to the reserve and it is located four kilometers from the village of Kumili. Minibuses often run from the village to the reserve. Some tourists rent bicycles in the village and go on them, but in my opinion this is not the best idea. But how to get to the village of Kumili depends on which part of Kerala you plan to stay, as this is a decent state in size (its area is about 40 thousand square kilometers).

Kerala occupies 1% of the total area of ​​India and is the smallest state. However, despite its small size, it is considered one of the the most beautiful places in the country. And all thanks to its unique geographical composition and features flora. Kerala can be compared to paradise, because palm trees grow around, the water rustles, and picturesque rainforests. Moreover, all this beauty is combined with ancient monuments, religious temples and other sights that have passed for whole years. There really is something to see.

For example, the city of Munnar is famous all over the world for its tea plantations. Every year, thousands of tourists come here, for whom excursions are organized to the plantations themselves, as well as to the tea factory. You are allowed to see with your own eyes the whole process, when from small green leaves in the course of many manipulations appears flavored drink, adored by many people. Such an excursion will definitely leave its mark in the memory and will remind you of yourself for a long time.

Game reserves of Kerala

One of the most famous reserves this is Periyar or Periyar National Park. This is a very interesting attraction, which gathers more than 150 thousand tourists and vacationers every year. Here, being in vivo, you can watch the life of elephants, deer, cheetahs, birds, and just get aesthetic pleasure from surrounding nature. An excursion to the park will appeal to true connoisseurs of nature and will become small for them. paradise where you want to return again and again.

The Neyyar nature reserve as well as Periyar is known in the tourist environment. He absorbed all the splendor of the plant world. On the territory of the reserve there is a lake of the same name and Mount Agasticukam. The dense jungles of Neyyar are home to numerous birds, wild boars, sloths, tigers and many other animals.

Peppara Reserve. It is distinguished by numerous eucalyptus plantations and a huge number of hills with dense vegetation. But in leading role animals perform here: tigers, monkeys, leopards and birds. Arriving here, you can watch them in conditions natural environment a habitat.

Reserve Kadalundi. Here, any tourist is invited to watch the huge colonies of birds that live on the territory all the time. Every year in August, a water sports festival is held. In addition to competitions, you will see unique theatrical performances also held on the water. So it is definitely worth coming to the Kadalundi Reserve.

Kumarokam bird sanctuary. Siberian storks, cranes, parrots, larks and other representatives of the feathered world, which are closest to the Russian people, live in this place.

Trivandrum

This is the most beautiful city in India and concurrently also the capital. Trivandrum is unique due to the peculiarities of building development. All the streets and houses are set in complete asymmetry according to the type of old settlements that were once located on the territory of the present city. Numerous excursions are held for tourists, aimed at showing the inner life and culture of the local population in dynamics, because life goes on even during tourist routes. But most tourists come here to look at the old observatory built by English craftsmen back in 1837. After that, be sure to visit the fort, where the houses of the rulers of Travancore are located, which have survived to this day. They are works of Indian architectural art that amaze even the most biased tourists.

But the most important attraction of the city was the magnificent temple of Padmanabhaswamy. It was built in the 16th century according to the canons ancient india, so just by architecture you can judge old traditions wonderful country. Inside the temple is even more impressive. Walking along the corridor, you will see 360 ​​sculptural columns that amaze the impression with their unusualness.

Trivandrum is home to India's largest zoo. Outwardly, it can be mistaken for a botanical garden, but this is far from being the case. Here, in natural conditions, live local and imported animals from other countries, which you can watch, and even take pictures with some.

Allepey

This Indian city also deserves attention. It is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. Allepey is often called the "Venice of the East". This is due to the fact that the city is crossed by numerous river networks, canals, lakes, interconnected by bridges. Such a water neighborhood really strongly resembles the streets of Venice. The Mullakal Bhagavati temple stands out from the sights of the city, which is not only a popular tourist route, but is still operating, accepting all believers under its roof.

Temples and Museums

Napier Museum is located in the north of Kerala. Its main exhibits were numerous bronze figurines, products from Ivory, local costumes self made and paintings by famous Indian artists. As many as three halls of the museum were allocated for the exhibition of paintings by Nicholas Roerich.

Not far from the capital of India, there are two unique temples - Bhagavati and Sri Subramanyaswami. Excursion tours are constantly organized here due to the great popularity among tourists. It is impossible not to mention the temple of Vishnu Padmanabhaswami. Many years ago, it was recognized as a shrine, however, unfortunately, tourists are not allowed inside. And there is something to see there: every morning a holy detour takes place around the temple with images of the gods Krishna, Sita, Narasimha and Hanuman.

Janaratam temple is another attraction with rich history. For more than 2000 years, people have been coming here to worship the gods.

The Krishna Temple is one of the most famous sights and a sacred place at the same time. In the very heart of the temple, the deity itself sits on the altar, in whose hands one can see a lotus, a disk, a club and a mitten. Most vacationers come to the shrine in order to find a happy family life. There is a belief that if you marry in India, then the young will receive God's blessing for all eternity.

Kerala beaches

Kovalam is one of the most popular places near the capital of Kerala. Because of the pleasant white sand, rugged coastline and flowering forests around Kovalam has become the main beach of the state. This world famous beach is loved by tourists. Here you can just lie on the sand or do something more active: water skiing, catamaran ride, surfing and much more. In addition to water activities, you can visit theatrical performances or go to the yoga and massage center. You will live in a comfortable hotel right on the beach, where you can rent a good room for a good price. Or there is an option to try to live with the local population.

Kollam is the old port of Malabar. In addition to its natural beauty, it is rich in history, religion and numerous myths. Today, Kollam is the starting point for a journey through the sacred temples and to the freshwater lake located nearby. Most often, excursions are conducted on flat-bottomed boats for greater atmosphere and immersion in the local color.

Kerala is a place where you can plunge headlong into the mysterious culture of India. After a trip here, it's safe to say that size is not at all the main thing in choosing a vacation spot, and Kerala is proof of this.

reserves

Mountain forests occupy more than a quarter of the territory of Kerala and are famous for the abundance of flora and fauna. More than 150,000 tourists every year visit the Periyar nature reserve, the most popular in South India (founded in 1934). This is one of the 16 reserves in India, engaged in the protection of tigers (since 1973). It is located on the picturesque slopes of the Western Ghats and covers an area of ​​775 sq. km. It is also the best reserve in Asia in terms of observing the life of elephants in natural conditions. In summer, when the water level drops, the elephants descend to the artificial lake (25 sq. km.), specially made to supply animals with water in all seasons, and also so that tourists can swim up to the very shores to view the animals - more there is no such thing anywhere. In addition to elephants, fauna Periyar Reserve includes tigers, panthers, leopards, Indian bison, sambars, spotted deer, sloths, wild dogs, civets, as well as a huge number of different birds. You can often see pythons and cobras, sometimes a flying lizard comes across. Best time for viewing the reserve - from September to May. You can join a boat tour on the lake or rent one yourself. On the border of the reserve is the village of Thekkady, where there are several good hotels for nature travelers. Established in 1983, Kerala's first bird sanctuary, Thattekkadu, is located between the branches of the Periyar River. More than 400 species of birds live here. Every winter flocks of birds come here from the north - from Siberia and other places. Lake Periyar is also a refuge for a huge number of water birds. Other tourist attractions include a reptile park where crocodiles and pythons live, a deer sanctuary and many others. Bird Sanctuary in Kumarakom - here wintering birds arrived from the north, as well as many local birds. Other reserves are in Neyyar, Peppar, Shenduruni, Idukki, Eravikulam, Chinar, Chimmini and Pichi-Vazhani.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Thekkadi Village

Peryar National Reserve covers an area of ​​775 km and is located in the Western Ghats on the lake. The lake, on which tourists usually travel by boat, is artificial and was formed as a result of the construction of a dam in the 19th century. Tigers, leopards, monkeys, elephants and other animal species live here in natural conditions. However, traveling alone into the jungle can be unsafe. It is better to join a tour of the lake on a boat and watch the life of the animal world, hearing the elephants trumpet in the reserve and the monkeys chatting on the run. The best time to visit is from September to May. On the border of the reserve is the village of Thekkady, where there are several good hotels for nature travelers. Here you can also make exciting excursion in greenhouses, spice and coffee plantations. How to get there: By bus from Ernakulam, Kovalam and Kodaikanal (Tamil Nadu).

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Neyar Reserve

The reserve stretches from the town of Neyatinkar Taluk to the Mundanthurai tiger reserve in Tamil Nadu, is located 30 km from the city of Thiruvananthapuram, and covers an area of ​​128 square meters. km. Numerous mammals, reptiles and birds live here, such as elephants, gaurs, sambars, roe deer, wild boars, Indian porcupine, three-banded squirrel, tiger, Malabar squirrel, lion-tailed macaque, deer, bonnet macaque, Nilgiri tahr, Nilgiri thin-bodied, cobra, viper, python, rat-catcher, flying snake, lizard, common myna, kingfisher, white-breasted water hen, green night heron, woodpecker, southern house crow, Indian cuckoo, gray forest bird, forest myna, Indian mountain myna, darter, little cormorant, little egret, brahmin kite and others.

Best time to visit: November - February.

Where to stay:

You will be offered a youth camp and holiday home in Neyar, Forest Department Bungalow, Irrigation Department Holiday Home, Agasthya House (KTDC), Minmutti Holiday Home.

How to get there:

The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram. There are also good road links with the reserve.

Peppara Reserve

This reserve is located 50 km northeast of Thiruvananthapuram in Nedumangad Taluk. Here you can see an elephant, gaur, sambar, roe deer, wild boar, tiger, panther, wild dog, Malabar squirrel, lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri thin-bodied and others. The reserve is inhabited by birds: darter, little cormorant, motley kingfisher and white heron, amazing moths and butterflies, as well as reptiles: King Cobra, pythons.

How to get there:

From Vithura on the Thiruvananthapuram-Ponmudi route, the nearest airport and railway station is Thiruvananthapuram (35 km).

Reserve Shenduruni

The Shenduruni forest was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1984. Located in Panthanapuram Taluk 66 km. from the city of Kollam on the Kollam-Shenkotta route. Among the inhabitants of the reserve: radiata macaques, bonnet macaques, gaur, sambar, roe deer, wild boar, large Indian squirrel, three-banded palm squirrel, lion-tailed macaque, deer, Nilgiri thin-bodied, elephant, tiger, leopard and others.

It is known that Shenduruni was the cradle of one of the oldest valley-river civilizations in India, older than the Indus Valley (4400 - 3700 BC).

There is a cave in the northwestern part of the Shenduruni River that can accommodate 20 people. The cave dates back to the Mesolithic era and contains Mesolithic paintings found in the caves of Central India.

How to get there:

The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram (72 km), the nearest railway station is Tenmala connected with Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, etc. A road network connects the reserve with Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram.

Shenduruny Wildlife Sanctuary, Thenmala Dam P.O. Kollam District, tel: 0475-344600.

Periyar Reserve(Thekkady)

It is located in the Idukki district of Kerala. This is one of the most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries in terms of geomorphology, natural diversity and magnificent landscape. The trip to Thekkady itself is already impressive - the road passes through the quiet countryside. Here you can see rich plantations and dense jungle. Periyar was declared a tiger reserve in 1978 as part of the Tiger Project. It attracts travelers from all over the world and is the only reserve in India where you can observe and photograph a wild elephant up close. In the forests of Periyar, there are two towers for observing animals.

Boat ride on Periyar lake - The best way to get acquainted with the nature of the reserve. The reserve is home to 35 species of animals: wild elephant, tiger, panther, wild dog, gaur, Nilgiri thin-bodied, sambar, roe deer, wild boar, sloth bear, Nilgiri tahr, lion-tailed macaque, otter, large Malabar squirrel, viverra, leopard and others.

The reserve is home to 265 species of birds, including migratory ones: large Indian hornbill, peacock, brahmin kite and black kite, waterfowl, such as darter, little cormorant, kingfisher, black-necked stork - these are some representatives of the birds that inhabit the reserve. Of the reptiles - cobra, viper, krait, two-colored frogs, turtles and crocodiles. Lake Periyar and rivers abound with fish. Barbus is found here - the famous non-commercial fish of India. The only mammal living in the lake is an otter, it can be seen during a boat trip.

Best time to visit: October-May, from 06.00 to 18.00.

Where to stay:

You will be offered KTDC hotels: "Aranya Nivas", "Lake Palace", "Periyar House", forest houses, but places must be booked in advance. There are also rooms in Kumili.

How to get there:

The entrance to the reserve is located in Thekkady. It can be reached by good roads from the airports of Madurai (145 km), Kochi (190 km) Thiruvananthapuram (272 km), the nearest railway station is Kottayam (114 km), the nearest city is Kumili (4 km).

Idukki Reserve

The reserve stretches through Thodupuzhu and Udumpanchola of the Idukki district. It is located 40 km from the city of Thodupuzha. Was founded in 1976. Elephant, deer, bear, leopard, tiger, wild boar and other animals live here. The bird population is represented by the hornbill, kingfisher, woodpecker. From the reptile here you can see a cobra, a viper, a python, a rat-catcher snake and others.

Where to stay:

There is a forest inspection bungalow in Vellapara (tel: 32323), a PWD holiday home, an inspection bungalow in Vajathopu (tel: 32328). As well as private hotels in Cherutkhoni, Kattapana, Thodupuzha.

national park Eravikulam

Located in Devikulam, Idukki district, 15 km north of Munnar. The park was founded in 1975 to protect the Nilgiri tahr, in 1978 the reserve was declared a national park. Tigers, panthers, wild dogs, sloth bear, Nilgiri thin-bodied and wild boar live in open meadows and forests, civet and reed cats live here . In the park you can see the atlas moth - the largest representative of the species in the world. The endangered Nilgiri tahr also lives here.

Best time to visit:

The park is open daily from 07.00 to 18.00. Visit all year round, except during the rainy season.

Where to stay:

In Munnar and Devikulam you will be offered private cottages, government guest houses, PWD holiday homes.

How to get there:

Can be reached via Kochi (135 km) and Kottayam (148 km) by road. The nearest airport is Kochi, the nearest railway station is Aluva (115 km from Munnar).

Contact information: The chief Conservator of Forests, Wildlife, Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram-695014, fax: 0471-322217; The Wildlife Warden/Assistant Widlife Warden, Eravikulam National Park, Rajamalai, Near Nemakad Estate, Munnar, Tel: 04865-30487.

Reserve Chinar

The reserve occupies a forested region on both sides of the Marayuur-Udumalpet road. This is the second habitat for the endangered great gray squirrel in India. The convenient location of the reserve allows you to observe amazing life nature near the road, without going deep into the forest. Elephant, gaur, spotted deer, panther, sambar, large gray squirrel, hanuman langur, rabbit and - these are some of the inhabitants of the reserve.

Best time to visit:

Where to stay:

Munnar, Marajur and Udumalpet offer private cottages and government guest houses.

How to get there:

The nearest airports are Coimbatore and Kochi, the nearest railway stations are Pollachi (60 km) and Aluva (200 km).

Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary

It is located 13 km northeast of Kothamangalam along the Puyamkutti road (Ernakulam district) on the territory of the Bhuthathankettu dam. The Thattekkad Conservation Area was established in 1983. Leopard, bear, porcupine, Indian roller, cuckoo, snipe, black pheasant, nightjar, kite, gray drongo, Malabar trogon, woodpecker, great motley wagtail, sparrow, gray partridge, Indian mountain myna, robin and darter are the inhabitants of this reserve, sometimes elephants come here. Also here you can see rare birds: bee-eater, sunbird, shrike, small blue-backed songbird, grey-headed fishing eagle, black kite, night heron, gray heron, gray hornbill, Malabar shama and Malabar hornbill.

Going on a trip to the reserve, you must obtain permission from the assistant wildlife conservator of the Thattekad reserve.

Where to stay:

In Kothamangalam you will be offered PWD rest houses near the dam, private cottages.

How to get there:

The nearest railway station is Aluva (48 km) and the nearest airport is Kochi (71 km).

Chimmini Nature Reserve

The reserve is located in the western valley of Nelliampathi in the Mukundapuram Taluk of Thrissur district and borders on the reserves of Pichi-Vazhani and Parambikulam. Leopard, elephant, bear, wild boar, wild bison, tiger and other animals live here.

Best time to visit:

The reserve is open round the clock, except for October and November. Opening hours: from 07.00 to 18.00

Where to stay:

In Amballur you will be offered bungalows next to the dam, as well as hotels.

How to get there:

The nearest town is Amballoor (12 km) on the Ernakulam-Thrissur route, the nearest railway station (and bus stops) is Thrissur (35 km), the nearest airport is Kochi (50 km).

Nature reserves in Kerala

Pichi-Vazhani Reserve

The reserve was founded in 1958. It is located about 20 km east of Thrissur in the basin of the Pichi and Vazhani dams with the main office in Pichi 15 km., located in the forests of Palapalli-Nelliampathi and bordering the Chimmini nature reserve.

More than 60 species of birds, 10 species of snakes, as well as: leopards, tigers, foxes and many others live in Pichi-Vazhani. In deciduous forests and meadows you can meet some herbivores: elk, deer, roe deer. The bison and elephant also inhabit the interior forests.

Where to stay:

In Pichi you will be offered a holiday home. There is also an information center here.

How to get there:

Direct bus services from Thrissur to Pichi, the nearest railway station is Thrissur and the nearest airport is Kochi (98 km).

Silent Valley National Park(silent valley)

The park is located 40 km from Mannarkad on the northeastern border of the Palakkad district. It is closest to the virgin forest. This is the last patch of tropical evergreen rainforest in India, so the park is home to a huge population of wildlife due to the rugged terrain and remoteness. All the mammals of the peninsula are represented in the valley: lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri slender-bodied, bonnet macaque, tiger, leopard, leopard cat, fishing cat, palm marten, red mongoose, striped mongoose, wild dog, sloth bear, otter, flying squirrel, large Malabar squirrel, Indian pangolin, porcupine, wild boar, sambar, spotted deer, roe deer, deer, gaur and elephant, as well as rare species birds such as the boneli eagle, shaheen (Indian falcon), short-eared owl, peninsular, great Indian hornbill, Nilgiri song thrush, funnel swallow, Malayan bittern and others. More than 100 species of butterflies and 400 species of moths can be seen in the park.

Where to stay:

You will be offered a rest house of the forest department.

How to get there:

The nearest bus stop is Mannarkad (32 km), the nearest airport is Coimbatore (115 km).

Parambikulam Reserve

The reserve is hidden in the valley between the Anamal Range of Tamil Nadu and the Nelliampath Range of Kerala in the magnificent Western Ghats. It is inhabited by various representatives of wildlife, such as bonnet macaque, lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri slender-bodied, loris, tiger, leopard, jungle cat, civet cat, civet cat, mongoose, fox, bear, elephant, gaur, Nilgiri tahr, spotted deer, sambar, roe deer, wild boar, pangolin, crocodile, monitor lizard, cane turtle, gecko, skunk, chameleon, snakes such as king cobra, spectacled snake, krait, viper, python, rat snake, whip snake, etc. The reserve presents a variety of fish. Among the birds you can meet the darter, the little cormorant, the black eagle, the little marabou, the black-headed kingfisher, the great Indian hornbill, the broad-beaked roller, and the javelin.

Where to stay:

You will be offered government rest houses and private cottages.

How to get there:

good cars and railways connect the reserve with Kozhikode, Mysore and Ooty - all within a radius of 110 km, the nearest airport is Kozhikode, important centers of the reserve: Sulthan, Batheri, Tholpetty and Muthanga.

Wayanad Reserve

The reserve borders on the territories of Nagarhole and Bandipur of Karnataka and Mudumalai of Tamil Nadu. Rich species it is an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. In addition to elephants, a tiger, a panther, a reed cat, a viverra, a monkey, a wild dog, a bison, a deer, a bear, etc. live here. Quite a large population of tigers in the reserve. Birds like peacock, cuckoo, owl, woodpecker, etc. are also found in abundance in the reserve.

Where to stay:

You can stop in Irutti near the reserve.

How to get there:

The nearest bus stops are Thalasseri (45 km), Kannur (45 km), the nearest railway station is Thalasseri, the nearest airport is Kozhikode (113 km from Irutti).

Aralam Reserve

The reserve borders on the central farm in Aralam, Kannur district. Deer, wild boar, elephant, sloth bear, sambar, bison, leopard, jungle cat and various kinds of squirrels are some of its inhabitants.

Where to stay:

You can stop at Irutti near the reserve.

How to get there:

The nearest bus stops are Thalasseri (45 km), Kannur (45 km), the nearest railway station is Thalasseri, the nearest airport is Kozhikode (113 km from Irutti).

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The islands are located in the Bay of Bengal and were once part of a mountain range stretching from Sumatra (Indonesia) for 120 km to the south of Burma. Many of the islands are still covered by rich tropical evergreen and tropical moist deciduous forests and are home to many amazing birds and reptiles. However, many animals were introduced. The inhabitants of the islands are fighting for the conservation of wildlife.

The climate on the islands is very favorable for travel. The temperature is from 20 to 30 degrees Celsius, the rainy season falls on June-December.

Unlike many parks and reserves, most of these places are not intended for mammals, but rather for plants, birds and marine life. But here you can find bats, Andaman pig, chitala, pig deer, elephant and palm civet.

Barren Island Preserve

Founded in 1977. Located on Barren Island, about 60 km east of the main Andaman Islands and about 125 km northeast of Port Blair. Dolphins and dugongs live here.

National Marine Park

The park was founded in 1983. Known as national park crocodiles. The location is located west of Port Blair. Reptiles live here, green leathery sea ​​turtles, hawksbill and crocodiles.

Best time to visit: January - March.

Middle Baton Island National Park(North and South)

The park was founded in 1979 (South Park was founded in 1977). Located along west coast Andaman Islands. Here you can meet dolphins and water ravens.

Best time to visit: January - March.

Mount Harriat National Park

The park was founded in 1979 and covers an area of ​​about 47 sq. km. Located 15 km. south of Port Blair. The terrain is hilly, the area is mostly covered with evergreen forests. The park is the main habitat of the Andaman wild pig.

Best time to visit: January - February.

Narkondum Island Nature Reserve

The reserve was founded in 1977. The island is located about 260 km northeast of Port Blair. This reserve is the only habitat for the hornbill.

North Reef Island Reserve(North Reef Island)

The reserve was founded in 1977. Located west of North Andman. It is home to the protected Andaman teal and Nicobar pigeon.

Best time to visit: November - April.

South Sentinel Preserve(South Sentinel)

The reserve was founded in 1977. Located 125 km south of Port Blair. Animals and birds of the park: green sea turtles, leatherback turtles that come to spawn, the white-breasted eagle that hunts in the nearby waters. You can also find coconut crabs here.

Best time to visit: January - May.