Wayanad Sanctuary
 This
is also a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere reserve, contiguous with Madumalai
sanctuary in neighbouring Tamilnadu and Bandipur Sanctuary in Karnataka,
covering an area of approximately 500 sq. kms.
The sanctuary is also known as Muthanga, and is some 18 kms from the
district headquarters at , Sultan Bathery (Sultan's Battery).
Grasses and bamboo are found in abundance in these forests, among the
moist deciduous forests. It is home to great herds of deer, elephants,
and Gaur. Many types of monkeys are also seen, as well as those elusive
animals, such as the Slender Loris
For
Hotel Reservation clickhere - wayanad accomodation
For enquiries and Visit Permits regarding entries to wildlife sanctuaries,
contact :
District Forest Officer's office
Mananthody, around 50 kms from the district headquarters of Sultan Bathery.
Thereafter, meet the Assistant Wildlife Preservation officer's at Muthanga
or Tholpatti sanctuary (30 kms from Mananthody) for permission to go inside
either of these sanctuaries on jeeps hired from private operators. Taking
along guides and wildlife spotters are recommended.
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