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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 |
| Entry Fees |
25.00 |
200.00 |
| Parking |
30.00 |
30.00 |
| Boating (per person) |
25.00 |
25.00 |
| 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
| 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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