Jul 14, 2025

10 unique wildlife sanctuaries in India you must visit

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Sundarbans Wildlife Sanctuary, West Bengal:

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and boasts the largest mangrove forest in the world.

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Keibul Lamjao National Park, Manipur:

It is the world's only floating national park. The Sangai deer is only found here.

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Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka:

Great for spotting tigers, elephants, leopards, and over 250 bird species.

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Hemis National Park, Ladakh:

The Highest altitude national park in India, it is home to the snow leopard.

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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala:

Famous for elephants and boat safaris on the Periyar Lake.

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Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, Assam:

Rich in wetland biodiversity, it is home to Gangetic dolphins and migratory birds.

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Great Himalayan National Park, Himachal Pradesh:

Ideal for trekking and spotting the Himalayan Tahr and the blue sheep.

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Velavadar Blackbuck National Park, Gujarat:

It is dedicated to the Blackbuck antelope. This open grassland is best for wildlife photography.

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Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary, Gujarat:

Its unique saline desert ecosystem makes it perfect for wild asses to thrive.

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Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Goa:

You can experience a mix of wildlife, waterfalls, and forest treks here.

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