Purna Wildlife Sanctuary

Feeling trapped in the urban jungle? Seeking some real adventure? Purna Wildlife sanctuary can be the ultimate destination that can satisfy your wildest dream. This dense forest area is situated on the Western Ghats mountain range. It is a hotspot for bird watchers. The sanctuary is stretched over one sixty kilometres of area and made known as a sanctuary from 1990.

Teak and bamboo cover the whole sanctuary. Due to its tropical climate, this area receives approximately 2500mm of rainfall. Winter starts in the month of November and continues till February’s end. From the month of March, the summer season sets in and continues till May, and the monsoon begins in June or July and continues till September. The climatic condition and vegetation of this region nurture the local tribes who inhabit this area.

Once you reach Purna Wildlife Sanctuary, you will be captivated by seven-hundred variations of exotic flora and fauna. One can be lucky enough to spot some ‘difficult to track down’ species including leopard, Indian civet cat, bonnet macaque, rhesus macaque, four-horned antelope, chital, Indian porcupine, jungle cat, hyena and sambar. Some common bird species that one can find here are barbets, grey hornbills, shrikes, grey jungle fowl, bee-eaters, raptors and leaf birds.

If you are interested in indulging in a sensational adventure in Gujarat, then Purna wildlife sanctuary is a must-visit. You can relish in the middle of verdant valleys, teeming green surrounding and exotic villages. You can enjoy a jeep safari, experiencing the sunset and observing wild creatures behaving according to their nature like coming out of their shelter searching for food. Tourists can also spot elephants, sloth bears and wild bulls.

Some near attractions

Mahal Eco Campsite

This prominent eco-tourism centre lies along Purna river’s banks. Here, one can indulge in different bold activities like trekking. If you feel exhausted by the big city’s hustle and bustle, Mahal Eco Campsite can provide you a space to revitalize yourself.

Girmal Water Falls

It is the largest fall in Gujarat, standing at a hundred feet height. From here, you can get a panoramic view of the areas surround the sanctuary.

Shabari Dham Temple

It is located in Ahwa-Navapur road, at Subir village and it is an eminent pilgrimage site for devotees. The stretch between October and February is the perfect time for visiting Purna wildlife sanctuary. If you are looking for the perfect Gujarat Trips, make sure it includes this sanctuary. You can contact us to be certain about the perfect tour to Gujarat. With us, you will be exploring to the utmost and enjoying the best vacation of your life.