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Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
Do you want to explore a real desert? The Kutch desert wildlife sanctuary then becomes the ultimate destination to explore. This site is accessible from various points of the state. It is 320 km distant from Ahmedabad and 110 km distant from Bhuj. This area became a sanctuary after the official declaration in February, 1986, encompassing coastal area, forest land, barren land and stretches of sand too.
The region also has wetlands along with mudflats and shoreline, creating habitats for a diverse range of flora and fauna. However, Flamingo City is the main attraction that is 10 km distant from Nir outpost close Kala Dungar. This is the nesting and breeding site for the flamingos.
Due to its variegated landscape, the sanctuary contains an interesting mixture of flora. A substantial population of Gando Baval, Kahri Jar, Mithi Jar, Hermo Baval, Gugal, Bokhani, and other shrubs and trees are found in this site. You can hire a jeep or SUV for getting a closer look at the fauna of this sanctuary and exploring its vast stretches.
Diverse wildlifeKutch desert wildlife sanctuary comprises carnivorous as well as non-carnivorous animals. Here, predators like wolves, foxes, and hyenas peacefully coexist with other beautiful creatures like Chinkaras, nilgai, and blackbucks. Snakes and lizards are also present here. When it comes to birds, you can see a variety of species including the most popular flamingos along with waterfowls, the great Indian bustard, pelicans, larks steppe eagles, and painted sandgrouse. In the daytime, the animals remain less active; however during dawn and dusk, you can spot them around the watering holes.
..... Flamingo cityThis mudflat region is about 10 km distant from the Nir outpost. Besides a substantial number of flamingos, you can also find other bird species including avocets, and rosy pelicans. As long as there remains the monsoon water, you can capture them in their illustrious plumage. You can also go to the Narayan Sarovar Lake where you can watch migratory birds.
If you enjoy being in nature undisturbed, make sure you add this sanctuary in yourRann of Kutch tour package. It will be a rewarding tour as you experience how barren land stretches breathe and how colourful the life can be in such situations.
The ideal time to visit the Kutch desert wildlife sanctuary is during winter. However, you can also plan your tour immediately after the rains as you can see a lot of greenery.
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