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Sunderbans Tiger Habitat
A wildlife tour in India would take you to the Sunderbans, which is the most popular tiger habitat in India. These forests are spread in an area of 1,000,000 hectares, is the world's largest delta, formed by the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghana rivers. The vast swampy delta extends over areas comprising of mangrove forests, swamps and Forest Island, all interwoven in a network of small rivers and streams. The Sundarban National Park, home of the Royal Bengal Tiger and the largest mangrove forest in the world, form the core of this area.
The islands of Goasaba, Sandeshkali and Basanti form the northern boundary of the Sundarbans. On the south is the sea; to the west side of the Sunderbans Park is the Matla and Bidya rivers and to the east is the international boundary of Bangladesh. The holy Ganga journeys down the Himalayas and flows along India's vast monotonous plains into the state of West Bengal. Towards the southern tip of the state, the land and the Bay of Bengal break out into a lively welcoming fandango to form a fresco of tangled mangrove swamps - the Sunderbans.
In order to preserve the broad mangrove types found here, the area between River Hooghly and the River Teulia was declared a National Park in the year 1984. The protected reserve covers a stretch of 1,330sq km, and also constitutes the core zone of the National Park. The tiger habitat of Sunderban is distinctly different from any other reserve. Yet the tiger has retained its basic characteristic and flourished in this expanse of deltaic estuary.
On your wildlife tour to India you can visit the Sunderbans, known for its Tiger Habitat, which is vastly distinct from any other tiger reserve. Out of 2585 square kilometers of the reserve, 900 square kilometers is covered by water. Total land area plus a part of the water area, comprise the tiger territory. The landmass is divided into a large number of islands by channels and creeks.
The floor under vegetative cover is laid with stout spiky pnumatophores on which tigers have to tread. They have to drink saline water, unlike in other tiger territories. Yet the tiger has retained its basic characteristics. It's tracking of the prey, staking and mode of attack has no distinction from its counterparts in other areas. Compared to other reserves in the world, this park has the largest population of tigers, and also abounds in salt water crocodiles, olive Ridley turtles, Gangetic dolphins, chitals, fishing cats, wild boars, otters, rhesus macaques, monitor lizards, snakes, innumerable fishes, crabs, lobsters, shrimps, worms and a host of birds including kingfishers, storks, herons, Brahmin ducks, arghilahs, ibises, water fowl and egrets, to name only a few.
These forests are the livelihood of around 5,000 fishermen who are dependant on mangroves fishery in salt waters within the reserve. Fishing is allowed only in the buffer zone to the people having valid permits. Each fishing party consists of four fishermen in a boat. Permits are issued for periods ranging from two to eight weeks. Narrow watercourses are ideal fishing areas. Very narrow channels easily coverable by nets are ideal spots.
Like fishing, honey collection is allowed in the buffer zone only during the months of April and May. The honey collectors, before the start of their actual operation, fine tune their reflexes to respond promptly to the dangers of a lurking tiger while combing the forest for honeycombs. The honey container, the hay bundles to smoke out the honeybees and the equipment to collect honeycomb are their only defence weapons. Their knowledge about the behavior of the tiger is almost instinctive, and developed through long years of actual exposure.
The cardinal object to Project Tiger is based on the idea of total conservation with the tiger conservation with the tiger at the apex of the ecosystem. But since the time of the first settlement of population in the reclaimed islands adjoining the forests, wood collection has been a major means of livelihood for the people. Stray woodcutting is not allowed in the reserve. Since the advent of Project Tiger in this Reserve, patrolling specially protects the area.
It is a difficult job for the project authorities to control encroachment of the tiger habitat. Therefore there is always confrontation between man and tiger. Of late, there has been an improvement because of the intensive publicity programmes adopted by the Project authorities.
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Getting There: Kolkata is the nearest airport is at a distance of 112-kms from the Sundarbans National Park. The nearest railhead is Canning, 48-kms away from the Sunderbans National Park. From Port Canning, regular buses ply to Sonakhali, Raidighi, Najat and Namkhana.The excellent road network connects Namkhana to Kolkata, Sonakhali (100-kms) , Raidighi (76-kms) , Canning (64-kms) , and Najat (92-kms) , all lying nearby the Sunderbans.The tourists can hire a cruise in the riverine waterways from different places covering different stretches like Namkhana - Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project- Sagar Island -Jambudweep; from Sajnekhali - Sudhanyakhali-Buridabri- Netidhopan-Holiday Island; from Sonakhali - Gosaba; from Raidighi - Kalas. The watchtowers at Netidhopan, Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali and Haldi- provide you an excellent view of the wildlife.
Accommodation: Accommodation is at Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge and new resorts at Gosaba and Bali Islands. We recently stayed at the Bali Jungle Camp, which was well appointed and comfortable.
Climate: The best time to visit the Sundarbans National Park is during the months of September and May. The possibility of observing the mighty Royal Bengal Tiger enhances in the winter season when one can watch the King of Jungle sun-bathing on the banks of the river. For this reason the ideal time to visit the sanctuary is December and January.

Birds in Sunderbans National Park
India Wildlife Tours offers you opportunities to go on exciting trips for watching birds in their natural habitat at the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India. There is a tiny sanctuary exclusively for birds within the Sunderbans National Park known as the Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary where you can spot a wide variety of birds.

Commonly sighted birds in the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India are the Asian open bill stork, greater adjutant stork, black-capped kingfisher, white ibis, black-necked stork, swamp francolin, white-collared kingfisher, brown-winged kingfisher, Asian dowitcher, northern eagle owl, white-bellied sea eagle, purple heron, egrets, grey-headed fishing eagle, brown fish owl, osprey, peregrine falcon, green-backed heron, Pallas's fish eagle, Scaly-breasted Munia, Tree Pipit, Yellow Wagtail, Baya Weaver, House Sparrow, Purple Sunbird, Pale-billed Flowerpecker, Loten's Sunbird, Striated Babbler, Striped Tit-Babbler, Brown-cheeked Fulvetta, Lemon-rumped Warbler, Indian Scimitar Babbler, Ashy Prinia, Red-whiskered Bulbul, Asian Pied Starling, Blue-throated Flycatcher, Common Woodshrike, Small Minivet, Black-hooded Oriole, Mangrove Whistler, Cinnamon Bittern, Gull-billed Tern, Common Flameback, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, Northern Pintail and other birds.

The intricate water world, swampy marshlands and dense mangrove forests at the Sunderbans National Park offer the perfect habitat for the various bird species that make the Sunderban delta their home.
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Wildlife in Sunderbans National Park
The Sunderbans National Park lies on a massive swampy delta on the confluence of the River Ganges and the River Brahmaputra. Interestingly the Sunderbans delta is the world' largest growing delta and is covered with dense undergrowth and thick mangrove or 'sundari' forests.

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The Sunderbans National Park is famous for being home to the rare Bengal Tiger that co-exists at this massive park with a large variety of other wildlife.

He varied wildlife at the Sunderbans in West Bengal, India includes Spotted Deer, Monkeys, Wild Pigs, Wild Boars, Chital, Swamp Deer, little porpoise, Indian fox, fishing cat, common grey mongoose, Indian flying fox, pangolin, small Indian civet, Rhinoceroses, Gangetic Dolphin, crocodiles, River Terrapin, Olive Ridley turtles, hawksbill turtle, Indian python, Water monitor, Monitor lizard, mollusks, crabs and other wildlife.

The Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary is a part of the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal and offers a sanctuary to wildlife such as crocodiles, sharks, and turtles.

Avail of the online wildlife tours packages with India Wildlife Tours and explore the marshy wilderness with its rich bounty of wildlife at the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India. Hire a motor launch and sail along the myriad channels of water that take you to the interiors of the Sundarban forests and feast your eyes on the wide variety of wildlife and natural beauty.
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Sunderbans national park
Sundarbans National Park in India is one of the world's largest deltas and the mangrove forest formed by the confluence of three rivers- the Ganga, the Brahmaputra and the Meghna- covering an area of 2,585 sq km wildlife sanctuary, which extends into Bangladesh too. The Sundarbans Wildlife Sanctuary, the world's largest estuarine sanctuary is really worth a visit. With a series of densely forested islands and saline water channels, Sundarbans is home to 270 Royal Bengal Tigers along with the spotted deers, wild pigs, monkeys, herons, kingfishers and white-bellied eagles.
The Sundarbans is formed by an alluvial archipelago of 54 islands, made by the waters of Ganges, Brahmaputra and the Bay of Bengal. The Sundarban National Park got its name from the Sundari trees found here in abundance. Sundarbans' also shares its boundaries with the Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary.
The most unique feature of the Sundarbans is the tigers in the park apt at swimming and are strictly amphibious! The Park is also famous for its conservation of the Ridley Sea Turtles. The other wild animals found in the Sundarbans National Park are estuarine terrapins, Olive Ridley turtles, estuarine crocodiles, Ganges dolphins, water monitors and a wide variety of birds, fish and crustaceans. One of the major tourist attractions is the Sajnekhali Visitors' Centre, which has a crocodile enclosure, a shark pond, a turtle hatchery, and a Mangrove Interpretation Centre.
Flora in Sundarbans National Park
In April and May, the flaming red leaves of the Genwa bejewel the emerald islands. The other dominant floral species in the Sundarbans are crab like red flowers of the Kankara and the yellow blooms of Khalsi. As you go deeper into the Sundarbans forests, you discover the mystique beauty. The large floral population in Sundarbans consists of trees like Genwa, Dhundal, Passur, Garjan and Kankara. Apart from these trees, the tall and wide Goran trees cover almost the entire region.
Wildlife in Sundarbans National Park
The Sundarbans forest houses Royal Bengal Tigers in plenty. At the Sundarbans you are elated to watch Chital Deer and Rhesus Monkey. The aqua fauna in the park include variety of fishes, red Fiddler Crabs and Hermit Crabs.
There are crocodiles, which can be often seen along the mud banks. Sundarbans national park is also noted for its conservation of the Ridley Sea Turtle. There's is a incredible variety of reptiles also found in Sundarbans, which includes King Cobra, Rock Python and Water Monitor. The endangered river Terrapin, Batagur Baska is found on the Mechua Beach, while the Barkind Deer is found only in Holiday Island in Sundarbans.
Special Attractions In Sundarbans
The Sajnakhali Sanctuary: The Sajnakhali sanctuary, a part of the Sundarbans Park is famous for its rich avian population. The wide variety of birds at Sajnekhati sancatuary captivates your eyes for sure. The most distinguishing feature of the sanctuary are the seven colourful species of Kingfisher, White bellied Sea Eagle, Plovers, Lap-Wings, Curfews, Whimbrels, Sandpipers and occasional Pelican.
Netidhopani: At Netidhopani, the ruins of a 400-year-old temple tell a tale of its own adding mystery to the surroundings.
Bhagabatpur: Bhagabatpur is renowned for having a hatchery of the largest estuarine crocodiles in the world.
Kanak: Kanak is the nesting place for the Olive Ridley Turtles.
Holiday Island: The last habitat of the Barking Deer in India is the Holiday island thronged by the tourists every year.
Piyali: Piyali is the main gateway of Sundarbans, near Kolkata and Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali, Netidhopani through waterways. A small river Piyali criss crosses the green paddy fields and joins river Matla. It has become a perfect holiday and picnic destination.
Kaikhali: While your trip to Sundarbans, visit Kaikhali Island with a colourful atmosphere.
When to Visit Sunderbans National Park
The best time to visit the Sundarbans National Park is during the months of September and May. The possibility of observing the mighty Royal Bengal Tiger enhances in the winter season when one can watch the King of Jungle sun-bathing on the banks of the river. For this reason the ideal time to visit the sanctuary is December and January.
How to Reach Sunderbans National Park
By Air: Kolkata is the nearest airport is at a distance of 112-kms from the Sundarbans National Park.
By Rail: The nearest railhead is Canning, 48-kms away from the Sunderbans National Park. From Port Canning, regular buses ply to Sonakhali, Raidighi, Najat and Namkhana.
By Road: The excellent road network connects Namkhana to Kolkata, Sonakhali (100-kms) , Raidighi (76-kms) , Canning (64-kms) , and Najat (92-kms) , all lying nearby the Sunderbans.
Cruises: The tourists can hire a cruise in the riverine waterways from different places covering different stretches like Namkhana - Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project- Sagar Island -Jambudweep; from Sajnekhali - Sudhanyakhali-Buridabri- Netidhopan-Holiday Island; from Sonakhali - Gosaba; from Raidighi - Kalas. The watchtowers at Netidhopan, Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali and Haldi- provide you an excellent view of the wildlife.
The special feature of these boat cruises are: the organization of business conferences and seminars on the deck in the morning followed by a palatable Bengali lunch consisting of Bengali delicacies like fish and prawns. You can also have a vigorous dance session in the boat relishing the melodious music also.
General Information
Entry Permits: The foreign tourists willing to observe the tigers and implement the Tiger Projects and visit the Sajnekhali, have to obtain the special permits for entry into the Sundarbans National Park. The tourists should contact the Secretary, West Bengal Forest Department, Writer's Blidge, Kolkata - 700001, on request. To obtain the entry permit for other areas of the Sundarban; the tourists must visit the Field Director, Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, PO Canning, District 24 Parganas, West Bengal. A boat cruise through Sunderbans outside the sanctuary requires no entry permit.

Sasangir National Park
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Sasangir National Park was established in order to conserve the Asiatic Lion, on 18th September 1965, as a Forest Reserve with an area of about 2,450 hectares. A principal part of the Junagadh District of Gujarat, it is 90 kms from the Keshod Airport in the Kathiawar (Saurashtra) Peninsula. A small town named Sasan with a forest rest house, is the headquarters of the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary. A hilly terrain with a dense network of rivers is the distinct feature of Sasangir National Park. Sasangir was declared partially as a Wildlife Sanctuary and partially a National Park in 1975.
Gir Wildlife Sanctuary is one and the only existing habitat of the Asiatic lion found only in these forests since 1884 whose statistical figures are around 300 presently. The Asiatic lion differs from the African Lion in its size, which is slightly smaller than its African cousin. The national park is made of three adjoining reserves - the Nalsarovar Lake and Sanctuary inhabiting several water-birds; the Little Rann of Kutch, home to the Indian Wild Ass; and the captivating Flamingo Island make the Sasangir National Park an ideal place for wildlife buffs.
The Sasangir National Park boasts of many antique temples like Kankai Mata and Tulsishyam. The best way to explore the national park and enjoy the wildlife viewing in the Sasangir wildlife sanctuary is by jeep safari. The best long jeep drives from Sasan are conducted to Baval Chowk and Kankai, Chodavdi, Tulsishyam and to Kamaleshwar dam.
Flora in Sasangir National Park
The Gir is an area with mixed deciduous forests with Teak, Ber, Flame of the forest, Jamun and Babool. A wildlife sanctuary owes a distinct belt of vegetation along the main rivers and streams. The rare tree species like the Jambu, Karanj, Umro, Vad, Kalam, Charal, Sirus and Amli are found here abundantly. These wide and tall, broad leaved and evergreen trees provide a cool shade and moisture to the area.
Wildlife in Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
The Sasangir National Park accommodates the wild animals like chinkara, wild boar, striped hyena, jackal, common langur, porcupine, hare, black buck and other animals. There are more than 200 bird species including the peafowl, grey partridge, Bonelli's eagle, crested serpent eagle, jungle bush quail, painted sandgrouse, common green pigeon and several species of doves. The Kamleshwar Dam in Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the marsh crocodile commonly seen in the river. There is also the only crocodile-breeding farm in this national park.
Special Attractions in Sasangir National Park
Jeep Safari: Wildlife viewing in the Gir's is best done, by driving via jeep around the forest. The Forest Department organizes the lion shows every Sunday for the tourists. There are also special trips along with the trained guides who give the tourists direction for the sanctuary tour. The best time to observe this ferocious carnivore is to grab his sight during the dawn and dusk when they are on the prowl.
When to Visit Sasangir National Park
The wildlife lovers can visit Sasangir National Park all through the year. The best time to visit the Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary is between November to June.
How to Reach Sasangir Wildlife Sanctuary
By Air: Keshod is the nearest airport from Sasangir via Veraval. Daily flights are also available from Mumbai to Keshod.
By Rail: The nearest railhead from Sasangir is Ahmedabad.
By Road: Sasangir is well connected with Ahmedabad via Rajkot, Junagadh and Mendarda. The state transport buses are also easily available from Junagadh and Veraval to Gir between November to June.
Do's and Dont's
• Take official guides along with you on the park trip.
• Do not disturb the animals during daytime as most of the nocturnal animals sleep during daytime.
• Do not try to irritate or annoy the animals by teasing them.
• Picking of plants and insects is strictly prohibited.
• Do not smoke inside the park.
• Do not use flash or intrusive photography.
• Walking and hiking within the vicinity of the park is not allowed.
• Camping and picnicking is prohibited within the park.
• Carry plenty of water along with you.
• Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the park surroundings.
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Jim Corbett National Park
Developed and nurtured by Late Jim Corbett, the former hunting ground of the British, the Jim Corbett National Park was set up in 1936. Initially named as the Hailey National Park, the park was renamed as Jim Corbett National Park and became one of the tiger reserves in the country in 1973 with the launch of the Project Tiger scheme. This 201 square miles park is known for the large population of tigers, leopards and elephants. The national park is home to the most precious wildlife in India and the diverse species of flora and fauna accommodating around 110 tree species, 50 mammal species, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species.
The first ever National Park in India and Asia is also known for its breathtaking landscapes and the thick cover of Sal forests surrounding the park. The Corbett National Park is spread in two districts of Uttaranchal - Nainital and Pauri - in north India. Along with the adjoined Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary and Reserve Forest Areas, the Corbett Tiger Reserve covers an area of over 1288 sq. km. Occupying the position between the Himalayas and the Terai regions, Corbett presents a variety of landscapes - gentle and rugged, plain and mountainous, wet and dry, forests and grasslands - making up an ideal habitat for the numerous plant and animal species. The Corbett National Park is widely known for the Bengal Tiger and the Asiatic Elephant and the 600 species of avifauna Corbett is one of the richest bird regions of India.
Wildlife in Corbett National Park
Apart from the Bengal Tigers and Elephants, the wildlife in the Corbett National Park includes Himalayan Palm Civet, Indian Gray Mongoose, Common Otter, Blacknaped Hare and Porcupine. Besides the huge herds of elephants, one can also discover the two varieties of crocodiles - Gharial and Mugger - on the banks of Ramganga River. The leopards are mostly found in the hilly terrains of the National Park contrary to the sloth bear, which is found in the lower regions of the park. The national park also consists of the cat family like Leopard Cat, Jungle Cat and Fishing Cat. The Dole or Wild Dog and Jackal are found in the southern parts of the national park. The Langur and Rhesus Monkeys are also quite common in the Corbett national park.
Special Attractions in Corbett National Park
Ramnagar: Famous as the fishing camp in the Corbett National Park, this small town inhabited in the Terai region amidst the dense forest cover, is the main centre of administration near the national park. At Lohachaur, 15-kms away from the River Kosi, the sport buffs have a wide scope of angling and fishing Mahseer. One can book a fishing trip too.
Wildlife Viewing: The animals like Chital, Sambhar, and various other Deer species can be seen and the dense jungle be explored in the two-hour elephant safari. Jeep Safari is the most convenient mode of exploring the Corbett national park, and can be started from Ramnagar. One should always remember to bring binoculars, keep silence and not wear the bright colours or apply strong perfumes.
When to Visit Jim Corbett National Park
The best time to visit Jim Corbett National Park is from November 15 to June 15 as it is open for tourists during that time. Corbett national park remains closed from June 16 and November 14, when the monsoons flood the riverbeds and cut the fragile road links.
The Facilities for Visitors
The food arrangement is there in the canteens located at Dhikala, Gairal and Bijrani. Even the cooking utensils and crockery available to the visitors for facilitating self-cooking. One should keep in mind that the consumption of non-vegetarian food and alcohol is strictly prohibited inside the national park.
Well-trained Nature Guides are available at the park to guide the tourists about the different routes and the wildlife at the national park. It is also compulsory to take a Nature Guide with each vehicle. The Corbett Tiger Reserve also has a Visitor Centre and Museum at Dhangarhi Gate. It displays the exhibits and models relating to the history and biodiversity of Corbett. Elephant rides can be enjoyed at Dhikala, Khinanauli, Bijrani, Gairal and Jhirna during mornings and evening enabling the tourists to view the jungle, its wildlife, and landscape.
There are watchtowers at Dhikala, Phulai and Jhirna and several machans near Dhikala, Bijrani and Kothirau, excellent for viewing the wildlife. In the evening, the lodgers at Dhikala and Bijrani can also enjoy the wildlife films. Dhikala also has a well-stocked library with a fine collection of wildlife and general books.
How to Reach Corbett National Park
By Air: Phoolbagh in Pantnagar, 50-kms away from the park is the nearest airport. Delhi that lies 300-kms away from the national park is the nearest international airport.
By Rail: Ramnagar is the nearest railway station from where the taxi or bus can be availed to reach the park. The tourists can also catch a train for the national park from the Moradabad railway station.
By Road: To reach Corbett National Park, one can reach Dhikala which is 300-kms from Delhi, 145-kms from Lucknow and 51-kms from Ramnagar. The tourists can also follow the route from Delhi to Hapur-Murababad-Ramnagar. The national park is easily accessible from Lucknow and Ramnagar served by frequent buses to and from various tourist places in India.
General Information
The tourists have to reach the gate half an hour in advance to complete the formalities for the entry into the park. Kindly gather all the necessary information for visiting the national park. Obtaining the gate pass and permit from the park administration centre at Ramnagar is mandatory for all the visitors in Corbett National Park. There are various gates to enter the Corbett National Park. The closest of the various gates into the Corbett national park is on the road to Bijrani camp. Dhangarhi Gate is 18-kms along the highway in the north of Ranikhet, which provides access to the northern and northwestern portion of the Jim Corbett Park.
Do's and Don'ts in the Park
• Please enter the Jim Corbett National Park after taking the necessary permits.
• Please accompany a Nature Guide for spotting the wildlife and the scenic landscapes.
• Drive slowly in the National Park. Enjoy the elephant and jeep safari but avoid the disturbance to the wildlife.
• Stick to the known and guided roads and trails. Driving off track would tamper the daily activities of animals and the growth of the trees.
• Maintain a safe distance from the animals and keep their life undisturbed.
• Please do not put on your car stereo or transistor. The quieter you are, more is the possibility of your watching the wildlife.
• Wear less bright clothes as the bright clothes distract the animals attracting their attention.
• Don't carry gun or a pistol. Feel free to shoot snaps with a camera.
• Do light campfires or smoke in the forest.
• Don't get off your vehicle at a point where it is not allowed.
• Keep the park pollution-free and litter free by disposing off the whole garbage into the bag provided.
• Consumption of non- vegetarian food and alcohol is strictly prohibited inside the national park.
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Vegetation in Sunderbans National Park
Vegetation at the Sunderbans National Park consists mainly of dense mangrove forests. In fact this vast delta is referred to as a tidal swamp forest and covers a whopping 2,500 kilometers.

India Wildlife Tours offers online information on the vegetation at the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India. All the vegetation types at the Sunderbans are evenly distributed. The commonly identifiable vegetation that thrives in the dense mangrove forests at the Sunderbans are salt water mixed forest, mangrove scrub, brackish water mixed forest, littoral forest, wet forest and wet alluvial grass forests.

Sunderbans derived its name from the 'Sundari' trees that thrive in great numbers in this region. These mangrove trees can grow very well in a combination of salt water and fresh water. More than 50 varieties of mangrove or sundari trees that grow wild as vegetation at the Sunderbans National Park.

In fact the Sunderbans delta is the largest mangrove forest in the world. Mangrove plants thrive very well in muddy, wet soil and marshy areas in tropical tidal waters. The mangrove vegetation at the Sunderbans can be categorized into shrubs, trees, ground ferns or palms depending upon the ratio of salt water and fresh water that the roots intake.
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Bengal Tiger in Sunderbans National Park
The Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India happens to be one of the last preserves of the famed Bengal Tiger that has adapted very well to the dense mangrove forests at the Sunderbans. The most popular entry point to the Sunderbans National Park in West Bengal, India is the Port Canning. Sunderbans National Park was given the status of a tiger reserve in the year 1974.

India Wildlife Tours offers online booking for wildlife tours to the Sunderbans National Park so that you can go on wildlife safaris and get a glimpse of the rare Bengal tiger. At present there are supposedly more than 200 Bengal Tigers that stay at this sprawling national park that lies over an area of more than 2,000 square kilometers.

The Bengal Tiger or Panthera tigris is a large animal that belongs to the cat family and is now an endangered species that is seen only in wildlife preserves and national parks. The Bengal Tiger can adapt to rainforests and dense grasslands very easily.

A carnivore, the Bengal Tiger hunts its prey by biting it on the neck. Smaller animals that form the Bengal Tiger's diet include deer, pigs and buffaloes.
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Bandipur National Park India
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Nestled well amidst the towering Western Ghat Mountains on the Mysore-Ooty highway, the Deccan Plateau houses one of the first Tiger Reserves of the country - The Bandipur National Park. Situated in Karnataka, the Bandipur National Park includes the neighbouring wildlife sanctuaries of Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu and Wayanad in Kerala. A moderate climate and diverse geographical features support a remarkable variety of flora and fauna. Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the 15 sanctuaries belonging to the Project Tiger Scheme launched in 1973, by the World Wide Fund for Nature. In 1974, the Bandipur was declared a National Park under the Wildlife Protection Act. The Bandipur National Park is one of its own kind in Asia as it has huge elephant herds.
Flora and Fauna in Bandipur National Park
The Bandipur National Park is covered with a mix of deciduous forests, evergreen forests and scrub, which is provided by the waters of the Moyar River. The major types of fauna in this reserve are the Asian elephant, gaur, sambhar, chital, mouse deer, four horned antelope, wild pig, black naped hare and the Indian porcupine. Apart from being home to the Asiatic elephant, Bandipur also has a large number of tigers, which count around 66 in number. The scrub jungles consist of stunted trees, bushes and open grassy patches. In the northwestern area, the vegetation contains the open dry deciduous forests to tropical mixed deciduous forests.
Avian Population in Bandipur National Park
The Bandipur region is also rich in avian population. Peafowl and the game birds like the grey jungle fowl, red spur fowl etc. are the most common avians found in the national park. The Kabini backwaters and the larger tanks attract cormorants, ducks, herons, teals, and waders. Among the woodland birds the hawk eagle, serpent eagle, the collared scops owl, the yellow-legged green pigeon, parakeets, woodpeckers and barbets, hornbills, drongos, scarlet minivets, and diverse warblers can be easily seen in the national park.
When to Visit Bandipur National Park
Bandipur is a tourists' paradise from April to October. During summer, the backwaters of the Kabini Reservoir provide the best opportunity to the tourists to observe large mammals, especially the elephant and the gaur. The best time to spot elephant herds is in the rainy season. Other animals found in this forest are gaur (a type of bull) , sambhar, chital, mouse deer, four-horned antelope, wild boar, jackal, sloth bear, panther, Malabar squirrel, porcupines, and the black-naped hare.
How to Reach Bandipur National Park
By Air: The Bangalore airport is the nearest airport and is 220 kms away from Bandipur.
By Rail: The nearest railhead is Nanjangud, 55 kms away followed by the Mysore station at a distance of 80 kms. One can easily hire a taxi or catch a bus or train from Mysore or Ooty.
By Road: The Bandipur National Park is 220 kms from Bangalore; 80 kms from Mysore and 80 kms from Ooty. The Gundulpet town is 20 kms away from Bandipur and is the nearest road head in Bandipur. The national park is well connected through road with every big or small town.
General Information
You cannot tour the national park in your private vehicles are not allowed to tour the park. The tourists can go around the park in the forest department jeeps and vans. The elephant rides are also organised by the Forest Department for an hour (or more) or so. One can also book a 'Machan' near the watering hole to have a close view of the animals. The tourist places near the Bandipur National Park are Gopalaswami Betta and Rolling Rocks. These places are certainly picturesque and photogenic.
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Wildlife Safari in Kaziranga National Park

Kaziranga National Park is situated in the northeastern state of Assam, India. Covering an area of approximately 37,822ha, the region is known for its lush green vegetation full of tall thickets of elephant grasses making it an ideal habitat for the Indian one-horned Rhinos. It has the world's largest population of this wonderful creature. Besides one-horned Rhinos the other major wild attractions include a significant presence of Indian Elephants, Tigers, Indian Bison, Barasingha or Swamp Deer, Leopard Cats, Capped Langurs, Wild Boars and Buffalos, Pythons etc.
Elephant safari is the most enjoyed safari to explore the wide varieties of wildlife in the Kaziranga National Park.The vast area covered by the Elephant Grass can be best viewed when you are on an elephant's back. The elephant ride is best enjoyed in the early hours of dawn. Here you get an opportunity to see herds of Indian Elephants, One-horned Rhinoceros and many other wild animals from a very close distance. Such a close encounter with the animals in Kaziranga National Park makes your trip quite memorable. Elephant safari covers Baguri, Hole Path, Mihimukh, Kohora-Central Path and Arimarah. When out for an elephant ride, do wear trousers fully covering your legs to avoid abrasions from the coarse elephant-grass.
The best time to visit the Kaziranga National Park is from mid-November to early April. The low-lying grasslands of the park get flooded with the waters of Brahmaputra River in the monsoons. Because of floods the animals migrate from one place to another.
India Wildlife Tours offers wildlife safari tours to Kaziranga National Park in Assam India and other wildlife safari tours. For more information or to book a safari tour please enter your query in the form below.

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Periyar National Park

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One of the oldest wildlife sanctuaries in India, Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve was established in the verdant stretches of Kerala in 1895 and declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. The Periyar Widlife Sanctuary covers an area of 777 sq km, out of which 360 sq km is under thick and dense evergreen forests. Surrounded by the dense forests, it is quite popular for the Periyar Lake.
An ideal habitat for Indian Elephant, you can see this mighty herbivore living in accord with the ferocious carnivore - Tiger - in the national park. Whereas the wooded hills and the forest provide shelter to the resident animals, the Periyar Lake is the vast water resource, which quenches their thirst anytime and everytime. The national park and the tiger reserve is rated as one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in India for wildlife photography, bird watching, elephant herds and tiger watching.
Wildlife in Periyar National Park
Besides the elephant and tiger, the other animals commonly seen in the Periyar National Park are Gaur, Wild Pigs, Sambhar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer, Dole and Indian Wild Dog. On account of the persistent efforts of the zoo officials, the number of tigers in the Periyar National Park has rose to forty. Four primate species found at Periyar, which act as the centre of attraction, are the rare lion-tailed macaque, the Nilgiri Langur, Common Langur and Bonnet Macaque. Periyar is also the only habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr, which is not seen easily.
More than 100 species of butterfly and at least 240 bird species inhabit the area. The park is surrounded by the aromatic spice gardens. These gardens can be deeply explored by the help of good guides who elaborate the medicinal value of each spice.
A large number of bird species at Periyar National Park comprise of Darters, Cormorants, Kingfishers, and the great Malabar Hornbill and racket-tailed Drongoes.
A number of Monitor Lizards dominate the reptile population. The tourists can also be fortunate enough to view a Python or even sometimes a King Cobra. The fresh and unpolluted air and the moist deciduous forests ably define the real beauty of 'The God's Own Country' - Kerala. The flying lizard and the flying snake are unusual species found at Periyar National Park.
Special Attractions in Periyar National Park
Periyar Lake: The Periyar Lake attracts grey heron, ibis, the great Malabar hornbill and grey hornbill. The other birds include kingfishers, ospreys and kites as well as orioles, hill mynas, racket tailed drongos, parakeets, including the unusual blue winged parakeet and flycatchers.
Kumily: You can go for a short excursion to Kumily, just 4-kms away from Periyar. The former spice trade centre, the town is still growing the spices largely. There are plenty opportunities for accommodation in the hotels and resorts in the town.
Cardamom Hills: Then Kerala's picturesque and beautiful cardomom hills can be easily accessed from Periyar and Kumily. A guide who accompanies you in the jeep or taxi elaborates and directs you towards the correct position to have a panoramic view of the hills.
Boat Cruises: The best way to explore the nook and corner of the Periyar National Park is through the two hour Boat Cruises in the early morning or evening hours. The Periyar Lake provides an excellent boating spot to the tourists where one can see the herds of elephants, bathing animals and even the herds of deer.
Apart from the elephant safari in the park and the boat cruises on the lake; one can also enjoy the treks to the ruined Mangala Devi temple - an ages old beautiful old stone temple amidst the Thekkady forest.
Jeep and elephant safaris can also take you through the offbeat tracks. You can also hire a bike till the park's entrance. A morning 'trek' can also be equally rewarding for game watching. You can discover the wildlife as well as the pug marks while on your jungle tour.
When to Visit Periyar National Park
The best time to visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is from October to June. The tourists flock the place particularly in December and January. During summer season, it is quite easy to spot elephants and chital (spotted deer) as they gather near the lake. Avoid weekends for your Periyar tour as the place gets overcrowded for the whole day.
How to Reach Periyar National Park
By Air: The nearest airports from Periyar are Kochi (Cochin) at 200-kms or Madurai in Tamil Nadu at 140-kms from Periyar.
By Rail: The nearest railhead from Periyar is at Kottayam, which lies at a distance of 114-kms.
By Road: The nearest town from Periyar is Kumily, well connected with Kottayam, Ernakulam and Madurai in Tamil Nadu by regular and frequent buses. Buses are available from Ernakulam (6 hours) , Kottayam (4 hours) , Trivandrum (8 hours) , Kovalam (9 hours) , Munnar (4 ½ hours) and Kodaikanal (6 hours) .
General Information
After heavy rains or monsoon, the chances of wildlife and bird watching become rare as the animals gather at the lake only when there is no water source available inside the Periyar National Park.
Entry Formalities
The tourists have to obtain entry permits to visit Periyar available at the Wildlife Information Centre (near the boat jetty) in Thekkady. For foreigners, the permit charges are Rs 50, which is valid for five days. The tourists have to pay extra charges for the guided tours of the sanctuary and the boat trips.
Tourist Information Office
Field Director, Project Tiger, Kanjikuzhi, Kottayam, Kerala.
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Wildlife Safari in Kerala

Kerala’da Safari
Kerala is situated in the southern part of India. Famous for its natural beaches, backwaters and the vast stretches of coconut trees, Kerala is truly called God's own country. Periyar National Park is the main attraction for the wildlife lovers touring Kerala. You can find a beautiful and picturesque lake right in the heart of the Periyar National Park providing a permanent source of water for the local wildlife. Though it's a Tiger reserve, Indian Elephants are the major attraction for the tourists. You can catch Elephants here in the act of playfulness. Besides the Elephants you can also find Tigers, Gaur, Wild pigs, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer etc. Some species of primates like the rare lion-tailed Macaque, the Nilgiri Langur, Common Langur and Bonnet Macaque can also be traced here.
The most popular wildlife safaris in Kerala are the Elephant safari and the Boat safari. The Elephants offer exclusive enjoyable safaris that enable you to explore the numerous varieties of the wildlife in Kerala. Sitting comfortably on the back of an Elephant you can enjoy the bewitching forest of Kerala in a regal way.
The Boat safari provides you with a good option to look for the wilds of Periyar sanctuary. Today the Periyar Lake offers an excellent boating spot for the tourists. Although it is unusual to see any animal from the boat, still you can spot herds of Elephants, Wild Boars and Sambar Deer by the water's edge.
India Wildlife Tours offers Wildlife Safari Tours to Kerala India and other wildlife safari tours. For more information or to book a safari tour please enter your query in the form below.
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Wildlife Safari in Rajasthan
Wildlife Safari in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is well known for its world famous handicrafts and textiles. Besides Rajasthan is the land of some of the finest Sanctuaries and National parks of India and the world. Noted among them are Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo Ghana National Park) , Sariksa Tiger Reserve and Ranthambhor National Park.
One needs to take the help of safaris for better exploration of the wildlife in Rajasthan. You can choose from many options available like Camel Safari, Horse Safari, Tiger Safari, Bird safari or a Jeep Safari to easily negotiate and enjoy the vast and stretched natural habitats of Rajasthan.
Camel Safari is the popular choice for the tourists but you need to know the balancing act and getting use to the movement of the Camel. The adventure trip inside the Thar Desert is the one that you won't be able to forget your whole life.
If you want to spot a Tiger in his own natural habitat you should visit the world famous Ranthambhor National Park in Rajasthan. Tiger Safari is exclusively offered to you for tracking Tigers, an experience you can never forget in life. Apart from Tigers you can also spot Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, Chinkara, Porcupines and Jackals, Leopard, Jungle Cat, Marsh Crocodile, Sambhar, Chital, Nilgai, Gazzelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian Hare, Monitor Lizards and a large number of birds.
Sariska Tiger Sanctuary is another very import wildlife destination in Rajasthan. It is situated in the huge and thickly wooded reserve cradled in the picturesque valley of the Aravali. The park is noted for its population of rare breed of tigers, leopard, sambhar, nilgai, wild dog, and chinkaras.
If you are a bird lover, then there can't be a better place than the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Rajasthan. One of the finest bird parks in the world Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary supports not only the indigenous water birds but also a large number of exotic migratory birds from Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet as well as Siberian Cranes from Arctic, Graylag Geese from Siberia and bar headed Geese from China. Colonies of Cormorants, Spoon Bills, Storks, Egrets, Herons, Pelicans and Ibis can be spotted all over the park.
India Wildlife Tours offers wildlife safari tours to Rajasthan India and other wildlife safari tours. For more information or to book a safari tour please enter your query in the form below.

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Wildlife Safari in Kaziranga National Park

Kaziranga National Park is situated in the northeastern state of Assam, India. Covering an area of approximately 37,822ha, the region is known for its lush green vegetation full of tall thickets of elephant grasses making it an ideal habitat for the Indian one-horned Rhinos. It has the world's largest population of this wonderful creature. Besides one-horned Rhinos the other major wild attractions include a significant presence of Indian Elephants, Tigers, Indian Bison, Barasingha or Swamp Deer, Leopard Cats, Capped Langurs, Wild Boars and Buffalos, Pythons etc.
Elephant safari is the most enjoyed safari to explore the wide varieties of wildlife in the Kaziranga National Park.The vast area covered by the Elephant Grass can be best viewed when you are on an elephant's back. The elephant ride is best enjoyed in the early hours of dawn. Here you get an opportunity to see herds of Indian Elephants, One-horned Rhinoceros and many other wild animals from a very close distance. Such a close encounter with the animals in Kaziranga National Park makes your trip quite memorable. Elephant safari covers Baguri, Hole Path, Mihimukh, Kohora-Central Path and Arimarah. When out for an elephant ride, do wear trousers fully covering your legs to avoid abrasions from the coarse elephant-grass.
The best time to visit the Kaziranga National Park is from mid-November to early April. The low-lying grasslands of the park get flooded with the waters of Brahmaputra River in the monsoons. Because of floods the animals migrate from one place to another.
India Wildlife Tours offers wildlife safari tours to Kaziranga National Park in Assam India and other wildlife safari tours. For more information or to book a safari tour please enter your query in the form below.
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Wildlife Safari in Corbett National Park

Jim Corbett National Park is located in the newly formed Indian state of Uttranchal. Well established in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, Corbett National Park is home to a variety of flora and fauna. It is famous for its wild population of Tigers, Elephants and Leopards. Corbett National Park is regarded as the heaven for Tigers as well as its prey including varieties of Deers, wild boars and other lesser known animals. If you want to track leopards then you can locate them in the hilly part of the Park. Elephants are one of the main attractions of the Corbett Park. In the southern part of the Park you can spot the Dole or Wild Dogs and Jackals. The Langurs can be spotted all over the Park.
You can enjoy with a variety of Wildlife Safaris available at your disposal to explore this wonderful natural habitat. This includes Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Horse Safari and Bird Safari. Jeep Safari is the most convenient way to travel within the Corbett National Park can be very useful for Tiger tracking. You can also spot fish-eating Gharials and marsh Crocodiles on the way. Wildlife enthusiasts can also choose the option of Elephant Safari for tracking Tigers.
India Wildlife Tours offers Wildlife Safari Tours to Corbett National Park in Uttranchal, India and other wildlife safari tours. For more information or to book a safari tour please enter your query in the form below.
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Bharatpur bird sanctuary
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The Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is one of the best and famous wildlife sanctuaries in India. It is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that is artificially made by a Maharaja. One of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is located in Bharatpur city of Rajasthan and also known as the Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Indigenous water birds and many migratory water birds can be seen in this sanctuary along with larger animals such as Sambhar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar.
The foundation of this Bharatpur wildlife sanctuary was laid in 1760 when the Maharaja of Bharatpur made an artificial lake and the dam at this very site to store the water brought by the annual floods in this area. Over 300 bird species are found in this 29-sq-kms-wildlife park of divided into the stretches of marshes, scrubland and grassland. It got its name as Keoladeo Ghana Park on account of an ancient Hindu temple at the centre of the national park devoted to Lord Shiva. The term 'Ghana' is derived from Hindi, which means dense and refers to the thick forest, which covers the entire area. Bharatpur became a national park on 10 March 1982, and was given the status of a World Heritage Site in December 1985.
The tourists mainly visit the Bird Sanctuary, as it is the second habitat in the world that is visited by the Siberian Cranes in winter. When the rivers of Siberia are frozen due to the extreme winters, the Siberian Cranes visit the sanctuary to spend their winters in India. As soon as the winters are over in Siberia, these huge cranes return to their breeding grounds.
Wildlife in Bharatpur National Park
The major tourist attractions of the park include the numerous migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia, who spend their winters in Bharatpur bird sanctuary. The other migratory birds at the Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails and Pipits, etc.
Special Attractions at Bharatpur National Park
Bharatpur Government Museum: The Government Museum at Bharatpur is the major tourist attraction in the Bharatpur National Park, which preserves the articles refreshing the royal past of Bharatpur.
Bharatpur Palace: The Bharatpur Palace that stands with pride amidst the park is a structural blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. This architectural marvel is quite picturesque to captivate the eyes of the tourists.
Lohagarh Fort: The Lohagarh Fort in the Bharatpur National Park has survived several attacks by the British regime.
Deeg Palace: The beautiful Deeg Palace is situated 32-kms away from Bharatpur. The strong and massive fortress was once the summer resort and boasts of numerous beautiful palaces and gardens.
When to Visit Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The ideal time to visit the Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary is from August-November for the indigenous breeding birds and October- February for the migrant birds. There are forest trails to be covered easily on foot or on a cycle. You can also hire a rickshaw for bird watching tours. One can also hire boats. A boat trip early morning or in late evening is the best in Visit Bharatpur National Park. Keoladeo Ghana Park should be visited in winter, which is the best time to visit the wildlife sanctuary. Hot summers and wet monsoons should be avoided for the wildlife tour.
How to Reach Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
By Air: The nearest airport Agra is 56-kms from Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. The place is also well connected with Delhi Airport, which can be reached from Agra.
By Rail: The Bharatpur railway station is 6-kms from the national park. The regular trains connect Bharatpur with all the major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Agra.
By Road: An excellent road network connects Bharatpur to all the major towns of the Rajasthan like Agra, Jaipur, Delhi and its neighbouring states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana.
Within the Park: One can hire taxis, rickshaws or boats to explore the park well. The forest department also operated mini buses and boats in the national park.
General Information
Always carry binoculars for bird watching. All the tourists visiting the Keoladeo Ghana Park, Bharatpur must have an entry permit available at the the entrance to the park. The foreign tourists have to pay an entry fee of Rs 200 whereas the Indian tourists have to pay Rs 25. The extra charges have to be paid for cameras and other electronic equipments.

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Birds in Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Welcome to a little land abuzz with twittering birds and colorful feathered species that add a dash of vibrant color to the luxuriant greens that cover the Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary or the Keoladeo Ghana National Park in Rajasthan, India.

More than 377 species of birds have been spotted at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India. An ornithologists' paradise, the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India offers unbelievably beautiful vistas with birds dominating the entire landscape. Watch a variety of water birds, domestic land species and migratory birds at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

India Wildlife Tours makes it possible for you to spot colorful birds at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India. Course the nature trails on foot or hire a bicycle as you explore the natural beauty and the feathered species that stay at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Take a boat cruise on the Bharatpur Lake at the National Park and gaze wonder eyed at the antics of different water birds.

Some of the commonly spotted birds at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary are: cranes, geese, ducks, pelicans, wagtails, warblers, flycatchers, buntings, pitpits, larks, shanks, eagles, hawks, purple sunbird, thick-billed flowerpecker, Oriental white-eye, fire-capped tit, wheatears, common lora, black-naped monarch, short billed minivet, painted stork, Eurasian spoonbill, wooly-necked stork, greater adjutant, Indian Pitta, shrikes, herons, Montagu's harrier, Kentish plover, pied avocet, curlews, common coot, purple swamphen, common moorhen, pintail snipe, marsh sandpiper, ruddy turnstone, bronze-winged Jacana, pheasants, chestnut-bellied sandgrouse, nightjars, cotton pgmy goose, northern shoveler, gadwall, teals, ibis, open bills, shags, egrets, cormorants and other birds.

India Wildlife Tours offers online wildlife tours to the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India. For more details please enter your query in the form provided below.

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Sunderbans National Park
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Facts
Location: Piyali, West Bengal, India
Area covered: 1330 sq. km
Main Wildlife Found: Bengal Tiger, Ridley Sea Turtle
Best time to visit: September to March (The park remains open all round the year)
Places To Stay:
Sundar Chital Tourist Lodge

About Sunderbans National Park
The name Sunderbans is perhaps derived from the term meaning 'the forest of sundari' (Heritiera fomes) , a reference to the large mangrove tree that provides valuable fuel. Along the coast, the southern part of the forest passes into a mangrove swamp, which has numerous wild animals and crocodile-infested estuaries. It is one of the last preserves of the Royal Bengal tiger and the site of a tiger conservation project.

Situated south of Calcutta, Sunderbans is one of the most unique ecosystems in this part of the world and is dominated by mangrove forests. Situated at the mouth of the Ganges, Sunderbans spreads over 54 islands and two countries (West Bengal in India and Bangladesh) and is a part of the world's largest delta region. A UNESCO world heritage site, Sunderbans is home to the largest number of wild tigers in the world.

Project Tiger was implemented here in 1973 and later the Sunderbans Tiger Reserve was demarcated over an area of 2,585-sq km. The core area of 1,330 sq km has been declared a national park and a world heritage site. The reserve has a tiger population of 287(1984 census) . The only mangrove species, the tiger here has adapted well to its habitat. The region has a tropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. Maximum and minimum temperatures during the summer are 42°C and 37°C respectively. In winters, the maximum and minimum temperatures are 29°C and 9.2°C respectively.

Wildlife Attractions in Sunderbans National Park
Tigers
Sunderbans is the largest estuarine delta in the world and the biggest colony of the Royal Bengal Tiger. These evergreen mangrove forests pulsate with myriad forms of life, which hide during high tide and the ebbing tide reveals them on the glistening mud flats. The land is split by numerous rivers and water channels all emptying into the Bay of Bengal. It is believed that Bonbibi, the goddess of the forest, protects the woodcutters, honey-collectors and fishermen on their hazardous missions through the forest. For, as the local saying goes, `here the tiger is always watching you'.

Reptiles
The Sunderbans provide important habitat for a variety of reptiles including river terrapin (Batagur baska E) , Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea E) , estuarine crocodile (Crocodylus porosus E) , monitor lizard (Varanus flavescens) , water monitor (Varanus salvator) and Indian python (Python molurus V) . The only species of turtle known to nest in the Sunderbans is the Olive Ridley but hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) has also been caught in fishermen's nets. The creeks are spawning grounds for some 90 species of fish, 48 species of crabs and a large variety of molluscs.
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Avian Paradise
The Sajnekhali area contains a wealth of water birds, noteworthy residents including Asian openbill stork (Anastomus oscitans) , black-necked stork (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) , greater adjutant stork (Leptoptilos dubius) , white ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus) , swamp francolin (Francolinus gularis) , white-collared kingfisher (Halcyon chloris) , black-capped kingfisher (Halcyon pileata) and brown-winged kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) .

Safaris
The best time to visit Sunderbans is during the winters, between September and March. There are regular bus services from Calcutta. But the main areas of the sanctuary can only be accessed by riverine waterways. The best and the safest way to visit Sunderbans is on conducted tours. One can also avail the services of the private vessels from Canning, Gosaba or Basanti.

Other Attractions
The Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project
The Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project is a crocodile-breeding farm. Tours are organized by the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation (WBTDC) . This place is accessible through Namkhana. The West Bengal Tourism Department organizes conducted tours to the Sunderbans by their motor launches. Bhagabatpur is a hatchery for the largest estuarine crocodile in the world.

Sajnekhali
It is the only place to have a hotel in this area. There is a Mangrove Interpretation Centre here. There are watchtowers at Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali, Netidhopan, Haldi and a number of other places. Birds of prey include osprey (Pandion haliaetus) , Pallas's fish eagle (Haliaeetus leucoryphus) , white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) , grey-headed fishing eagle (Ichthyophaga ichthyaetus) , peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) , Oriential hobby (Falco severus) , northern eagle owl (Bubo bubo) and brown fish owl (Ketupa zeylonensis) .

Other Places of Interest
Other interesting places in the area include Netidhopan, which has the ruins of a 400-year-old temple, Holiday Island is a retreat of the barking deer and Kanak and the nesting place of Olive Ridley Turtles. Piyali is 72 km from Calcutta and is a gateway to the Sunderbans. It is being developed as a tourist complex.

How to get there
By Air: Dum Dum is the nearest airport at Calcutta. Calcutta is connected by daily Indian Airlines flights from Delhi (7:00, 17:00 & 20:00) , Mumbai (6:10 & 18:15) and Chennai (10:30 & 17:00) . Bangalore is connected to Calcutta through a Jet Airways flight which operates everyday at 9:55.

By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Port Canning, 48 km away. The nearest town is Gosaba, 50 km away. Regular trains operate from Calcutta to Canning The train option is better avoided, instead take the road trip from Kolkata to Basanti or Sonakhali. Sunderbans is accessible only by riverine waterways. From Calcutta there are suburban trains to Canning and buses to Namkhana, Raidighi, Sonakhali and Najat from where motor launch services are available for Sunderbans.

By Road: Means of road transport are available from Calcutta for the places like Namkhana (105 km) , Sonakhali (100 km) , Raidighi (76 km) , Canning (64 km) , and Najat (92 km) , which are all near the Sunderbans and have access to the riverine waterways leading to it. To reach from Kolkata, take the state highway to Baruipur via Rajpur. From here a district road leads to Basanti via Canning. A motorboat from here will take you to Sunderbans.

Distances from Major Cities
Delhi: 1350 km
Mumbai: 1710 km
Kolkata: 112 km
Bangalore: 1605 km

Travel Tips/Important Information
• Foreign tourists have to get a permit for entry into the park from West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation in Kolkata.
• Park charges Entry Fee: Rs. 15 (Indians) & Rs. 150 (foreigners) , Boat Fee: Rs. 100/boat/day plus Rs. 45 for 3 crew members, Camera: Rs. 300 (video) & still free, Guide: Rs. 200
• Park timings are 7 AM to 5 PM.
• Be careful with the drinking water and carry all the basic medicines along.
• Carry all the essentials including mosquito repellent cream, light clothes, sun hat, thick rubber sole boots etc.
• Get prior information about the park and take an experienced local guide along.
• Prior permission is required, which can be obtained from the Forest Officer at Khulna.
• The entry fees and other charges are to be paid at the relevant forest stations.
Jungle Resorts in Sunderbans

Sunder Chital Tourist Lodge

The government run lodge is situated near Sunderbans National Park.

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Trt1’de bi belgesel başlamıştı, Ganghes’ti adı sanırım hatta Genghis dizisi sanmıştım ama değilmiş Ganjmış- ordan aklımda kalanlardan ilhamlandı, biraz araştırdım konu üzerine ve farklı bir şekilde de bitti, büründü ayrc.
Kendi not aldığım bazı açıklamaları açıklayıcı olması açısından aslı’nda diğer kaynakça sayfa’nın altına koysam da burada şiirin altında vereceğim. Bu da böyl bir şiir, sevgiler dilerim:
BENİM NOTLARIM:
Indian tigers, leopards, cobra, rhinoceros (gergedan) , elephants, crane (turna) , nilgiri tahr, ve diğer canlılar
Filler Periyar, Rhinoceroslarsa Kazaranga Ulusal Parkındalar. Crane’ler Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary’deler (kuş tapınağı) , Nilgiri Tahr ve other wildlife species ise Hindistan’ın ulusal Parklarındalar.
Sunderbans 1.000.000 hektar. Deltanın ancak küçük bir bölümü -Çok büyük bir orman dünyanın- bunu da tvdeki programdan duymuştum.

Kerala, Rajasthan, Kazaranga Ulusal ve (Jim) Corbett Ulusal Parklarında vahşi hayat safarisi.
Kazaranga safaisinde filler var. Kerala se hindistan’ın güneyinde, Famous for its natural beaches, backwaters and the vast stretches of coconut trees,
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ehtesham/1693423
raven=kuzgun(burada edgar allan’in şiirine bi gönderme de var)
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Saklanma olgusuna bakarken ilginç bir nota rastladım:
depeche mode'cular saklanma konusunda şöyle demiş ve bir rahatlama duygusu yaratmıştır:
if you've been hiding from life / love
i can understand where you're coming from
i can see the thing that you're frightened of...
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(bkz: bulunmak)
Sunderbans:
hindistan'in west bengal eyaletinde bulunan, bengal kaplanlarinin yasadigi sunderbans tiger reserve'e de ev sahipligi yapan ulkenin en buyuk deltasi.
'ben bengal kaplani görmek istiyorum' dediğinizde gitmeniz gereken yer. lakin gitseniz dahi görmeniz şansa kalmış. günlerce dolaşıp havanızı da alabilirsiniz
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