Tourists flock to MM Hills for the newly introduced safari, drawing attention from Tamil Nadu
2 months ago

Tourists flock to MM Hills for the newly introduced safari, drawing attention from Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

A newly introduced safari in MM Hills has become a hit among tourists, attracting visitors from both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The safari route is 18 km long and offers a chance to spot spotted deer, sambars, dholes, elephants, leopards, and tigers. The area is free of human habitation, ensuring natural sightings. The Karnataka forest department is working on constructing a guesthouse near Uduthore Dam for visitors.

Environment Nature Wildlife Tourism  tourists  safari  wildlife  karnataka  introduced  forest  mm  department  tiger  hit  newly  tamil  hills

History of this topic

Karnataka forest department clears Eucalyptus trees, starts safari to boost Blackbuck sanctuary
2 weeks ago

Karnataka forest department clears Eucalyptus trees, starts safari to boost Blackbuck sanctuary

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: In an attempt to take the pressure off prime forest areas and to promote grasslands, the state forest department is improving the grassland terrains, removing Eucalyptus trees and starting a safari. One such is the case in Ranebennur’s Blackbuck sanctuary, where the department has started the exercise of clearing Eucalyptus trees, clearing the grasslands and improving the habitat for …

M.M. Hills Safari: A Gateway to Nature's Embrace
1 month, 3 weeks ago

M.M. Hills Safari: A Gateway to Nature's Embrace

The Hindu  

Tourist footfall at Hanur safari point of Male Mahadeshwara safari zone is gaining popularity, with the route attracting visitors from nearby areas and beyond. The area is rich in flora and fauna, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and birds. Plans are underway to develop an interpretation centre and informative videos to educate people on the challenges faced by wildlife and the …

International Tiger Day 2024: Must-visit tiger safaris in India
4 months, 3 weeks ago

International Tiger Day 2024: Must-visit tiger safaris in India

Hindustan Times  

Tigers are regal creatures, epitomising both power and grace but spotting these majestic apex predators in their natural habitat is a breathtaking once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here are some must-visit tiger safaris in India to spot them - Bandhavgarh National Park This wildlife sanctuary has the highest density of Tigers. Located in Madhya Pradesh near the Vindhya hills of Umaria district, Bandhavgarh …

Bengaluru welcomes you to the largest leopard safari in India
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru welcomes you to the largest leopard safari in India

The Hindu  

South India’s first and the country’s largest leopard safari was inaugurated by Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre on Wednesday at the Bannerghatta Biological Park. The officials added that owing to increasing human-animal conflict in recent times, the park receives many leopard cubs rescued across the State. The officials added that four acres within the safari area have been separated, using a …

Luxury wildlife safaris to explore in India this summer
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Luxury wildlife safaris to explore in India this summer

The Hindu  

March 28, 2024 04:20 pm | Updated April 03, 2024 04:03 pm IST It is that time of the year again when the scorching sun is upon us, as is the much-awaited summer holidays. “Our foray into wildlife experiences at Sawai Shivir in Ranthambore and The Untamed at Bandhavgarh, after our flagship properties in Chamba Camp in Thiksey and Nubra …

T.N. gets its 18th wildlife sanctuary in the reserve forests of Erode district
10 months, 3 weeks ago

T.N. gets its 18th wildlife sanctuary in the reserve forests of Erode district

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu government has declared 80,114.80 hectares of reserve forests in Bargur Hills in Erode district, as the Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This stretch of protected forests, links the Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve with Cauvery South Wildlife Sanctuary, and has been notified as the 18th wildlife sanctuary in the State. This region is part of the corridor that connects the …

SC reserves order on tiger safari plan, says NTCA guidelines may need tweaks
11 months, 1 week ago

SC reserves order on tiger safari plan, says NTCA guidelines may need tweaks

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday reserved orders on the proposed tiger safari plan at the Jim Corbett national park, observing that the Centre ought to have adopted a “cautious approach” in granting approval to the project. The Supreme Court observed that no animal from the zoo would be permitted to be brought into the wild but only injured, …

Welcome to the Jungle: 5 Unique Wildlife Sightings at the Treehouse Resort Jaipur
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Welcome to the Jungle: 5 Unique Wildlife Sightings at the Treehouse Resort Jaipur

Hindustan Times  

Jaipur - a city of palaces and kings. Golden leopards, royal blue peacocks, stately Nilgai antelopes, the Imperial Eagle… Each of these fierce, magnificent creatures stands tall in the jungle ecosystem, sealing Jaipur reputation as the land of royalty. When at Treehouse Resort Jaipur, you can take a safari in the jungle and spot incredible wildlife and rare birds. Let …

Andhra Pradesh: Locals find four tiger cubs in Nandyal district, inform forest officials- WATCH
1 year, 9 months ago

Andhra Pradesh: Locals find four tiger cubs in Nandyal district, inform forest officials- WATCH

India TV News  

Residents of Pedda Gummadapuram village in the Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh on Monday found four tiger cubs and shifted them to a safe place. Arrangements for protection of wildlife In a crucial development in the direction of protecting wildlife habitats, a Supreme Court-constituted panel on February 7 asked the Union Environment Ministry to amend or withdraw the guidelines related to …

Online booking mandatory to visit Sitabani forest zone in Corbett
1 year, 9 months ago

Online booking mandatory to visit Sitabani forest zone in Corbett

Hindustan Times  

Uttarakhand forest department will make it mandatory for tourists visiting the Sitabani forest zone, Barati Rau waterfall and Corbett waterfall to book tickets online, officials said. Maximum tiger sighting remains in the Sibavani forest zone after the Corbett reserve According to the officials, the Uttarakhand forest department is preparing a website on the lines of the Corbett tiger reserve. Kundan …

The thrill of a night safari in Satpura
2 years, 6 months ago

The thrill of a night safari in Satpura

Live Mint  

On a recent trip to the Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh, I experienced the rare delight of not having to rush out of the park at 6pm, ending the evening safari just as the tigers became active. With Aly Rashid, naturalist and owner of Bori Safari Lodge, at the helm, we had entered the Bhim Kund Gate, explored the gently …

6 Famous National Parks in India For Jungle Safari And To See Tigers
2 years, 10 months ago

6 Famous National Parks in India For Jungle Safari And To See Tigers

News 18  

When it comes to travel, hill stations or beaches are the first to pop up in mind. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan is one of the largest national parks in the country and is very popular among wildlife photographers. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh is well described in Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book. In Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh only 12 vehicles …

Fancy a safari? Head out on the tiger’s trail in Bandhavgarh National Park via India’s first virtual OTT platform
3 years ago

Fancy a safari? Head out on the tiger’s trail in Bandhavgarh National Park via India’s first virtual OTT platform

The Hindu  

I am on edge; minutes away from a possible tiger sighting or an unexpected animal action. Embedded as a viewer on a virtual safari with wildlife presenter, Suyash Keshari, I am exploring the magical landscape of Bandhavgarh National Park, from the comfort of my drawing room. Virtual safari A wildlife film-maker and presenter Suyash recently launched India’s first virtual OTT …

Uttarakhand’s Rajaji Tiger Reserve opens for safaris with Covid-19 curbs in place
3 years, 3 months ago

Uttarakhand’s Rajaji Tiger Reserve opens for safaris with Covid-19 curbs in place

Hindustan Times  

Wildlife enthusiasts, tourists and adventure lovers can now enjoy a jungle safari in the Chila Range of the Rajaji Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal region. The Rajaji Tiger Reserve is spread across the districts of Pauri Garhwal, Haridwar and Dehradun over a 842 sq km area. “It is a good move to open the track for tourists as apart from …

Discover Related