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Situated
on the banks of the Kaveri, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is located
near Mysore in Karnataka. The six isles on the river are also part
of the sanctuary. The sanctuary was declared a bird sanctuary in
1940, when the noted ornithologist Dr Salim Ali while surveying the
birds of the area put emphasis on declaring Ranganathittu a bird
sanctuary. Since then, the sanctuary has become a paradise for bird
watchers.
Every year a number of bird lovers throng the sanctuary to see the
avian in-habitants of the sanctuary. The sanctuary is quite popular
both among Indian and foreign tourists. Apart from home to native
avian habitants, the sanctuary each year attracts a large number of
migratory birds. Wildlife experts believe that migratory birds come
to this sanctuary as far as from Siberia, Australia and even North
America.
Some of the birds you come across on your birding tour to
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary include snake bird, darters,
spoonbills, river tern, open bill storks, white Ibis, little
cormorants, egret, heron, stone plougher, kingfisher and partridge.
A boat ride takes you to the six islets that teem with a number of
species of birds. Oarsmen serve as experienced guide, who take you
to some popular spots where you can spot birds in flocks.
Around Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
Mysore is a wonderful tourist destination that you can visit on your
tour to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary. Mysore is famous for its
historical monuments and gardens. If you want to extend your tour,
you can visit Bangalore, the capital city of Karanataka.
June to November
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Park Charges
(in Indian Rupees) |
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Indian |
Foreigners |
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Entry Fees |
25.00 |
200.00 |
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Parking |
30.00 |
30.00 |
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Boating (per
person) |
25.00 |
25.00 |
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Boating
(below 5 years) |
10.00 |
10.00 |
(Rates are subject to
change)
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You can take a flight to
Mysore or Bangalore, which are two nearest airports to Ranganathittu
Bird Sanctuary. You can also reach Mysore and Bangalore by a train.
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is well connected by road with other
parts of the state.
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Accommodation is available near the sanctuary, however most people
prefer to stay in Mysore, which has some excellent hotels.
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Wildlife India Tours offers complete information on Wildlife in
India and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India. There are a number of
wildlife tour packages on offer from Wildlife India Tours. To book
wildlife tour package in India or a wildlife tour to Ranganathittu
Bird Sanctuary, all you have to do is just fill up the form given
below.
Distances from Major Cities
Mysore : 100 km
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Tips & Important Information |
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Prior booking and travel
information will help you in making you tour smooth affair.
Littering should be avoided in the park.
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Most part of the year
temperature hovers between 23-29°C. Rainy months should be avoided
mainly June when southwest monsoon peaks in Karnataka.
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