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Maharashtra Wildlife Tour

Maharashtra is one of the biggest states in India. This state is known to be the home for the wide varieties of species of birds and animals like the crocodiles, tigers, migratory birds, and wild deer, Gawa, Bison and Neelgai. Maharashtra has taken many possible steps to protect these sanctuaries and parks of wild life. To see the range of wild life these parks offer many opportunities to the tourists. The government of Maharashtra has taken many possible steps for setting these parks and sanctuaries and also to encourage them as the place for the attraction of the tourists.

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Wildlife in Maharastra

The nature lovers, who come to India to explore its rich wildlife, must make a sojourn at Maharashtra also. The state is virtually a delight for those who love to visit wildlife sanctuaries and national parks and be a witness to nature's beauty. The various protected areas here are home to a wide variety of wildlife, comprising of Tigers, Crocodiles, Bisons, Gawas, Neelgais, Wild Deer, Sambars, etc. Apart from that, they serve as home to numerous birds and are also visited by the most exotic migratory birds every year. The facilities available at the various wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of Maharashtra include jeep rides, night safaris, comfortable accommodation, etc. With the below given information, explore the wildlife of one of the largest states in India.

Mahim Nature Park :
The Mahim Nature Park is situated near Dharavi, Asia's largest slum. The park is sprawled over an area of 450 acres, established with an aim to preserve the natural beauty and estuarine ecosystem of the region. The streams of the park allow the bird and marine life to flourish and the saline marsh land shaded by the Mangroves provide home to a number of animals. The Mahim Nature Park is an educational park set up by Shanta Chatterji, a busy corporate lawyer and the chairperson of World Wildlife Fund.

Dajipur Bison Sanctuary :
Dajipur Bison Sanctuary is situated on the border shared by the Kolhapur and Sindhudurg districts of Maharashtra. The wildlife sanctuary derives its name from the splendid animal, Bison, which is found in abundance here. Situated at an altitude of approximately 1200 m above the sea level.

Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary :
Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Amaravati district of Maharashtra and forms one of the popular excursions from the Amravati city. The sanctuary forms a part of the sole hill station of the Vidarbha region, characterized by beautiful lakes, serene lakes and cascading waterfalls.

Karnala Bird Sanctuary :
PThe Karnala bird sanctuary is situated near Mumbai on a highpoint. It is a favorite weekend destination for the people who love birdwatching. Here you can spot birds like sunbirds, drongoes, orioles and babblers. Apart from these, you can also see colorful local birds along with occasional male paradise flycatcher having an unusual silvery-white tail.

Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary :
This sanctuary is sprawled over an area of 100 sq km. Rich in flora and fauna, the park has a wide range of wildlife including animals like leopards, sambars, barking deers, wild boars, Hanuman langurs and Rhesus macaques. The sanctuary is flanked by Jyotivanti trees, which glow in the dark during monsoon. They add to the appeal of the mist laden chilly atmosphere. The park also has many temples and forts in the nearby areas, which are worth visiting.

Pench National Park :
Pench National Park lies nestled in the lower southern reaches of the Satpura hills, on the southern boundary of Madhya Pradesh. Earlier a wildlife sanctuary, Pench was given the status of a tiger reserve in the year 1992, when it was included under the umbrella of "Project Tiger".

Katraj Snake Park :
Katraj Snake Park is one of the popular conservation parks of India, situated on the Pune-Satara Highway. It is known for housing a significant population of snakes, birds, turtles, reptiles, etc. Situated at a distance of approximately 8 km from the Pune city of Maharashtra, the park was established in 1986.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park:
Sanjay Gandhi National Park, also known as the Borivali National Park, is the only national park situated inside the Mumbai city. It was given the status of a national park in the year 1974 and since then, it has been playing home to some of the most exotic species of animals and birds.