Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary is a dense forest reserve located in Kalahandi district, near Bhawanipatna, Odisha. Spanning an area of about 194 sq. km, the reserve is home to several animals like gaur, sambar, barking deer, wild boar and leopard. Birds and several plant species also abound in the reserve.
Karlapat is relatively quiet and provides great opportunities for wildlife viewing, bird watching, nature photography and for walking along forest trails with permission of local authorities. The beautiful Phulijharan Waterfall is also located near the sanctuary. The sanctuary, along with the surrounding forests, is conserved to protect the flora and fauna of Western Odisha. The local tribal communities too are deeply rooted in the region and practice their unique culture and traditions.
Key Information
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Location
Kalahandi, Kalahandi -
Type
Birding/ Eco-Tourism/ Wildlife Sanctuary -
Best Time to Visit
November – February -
Ideal Duration
1 day -
Timings
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM -
Entry Fee
No entry fee
How to Reach & Map
Seamless connectivity ensuring your arrival is as smooth as the destination itself, alongside its exact geographical positioning.
Air
Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur located approximately 260 KM from Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary.
Rail
Bhawanipatna is the nearest Railway Station, located approximately 15 KM from Thuamul Rampur
Road
Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary is approximately 12–15 km from Bhawanipatna and can be reached by road via State Highway 44. Taxis and private vehicles can be arranged from Bhawanipatna.