Tiger Reserves

About:

Dampha is situated in the western part of Mizoram State on the international border with Bangladesh. The reserve consists of moist deciduous forests in the lower reaches and evergreen and semi-evergreen forests with the natural grassland at higher altitudes. Spotted Deers, Dampa Tiger ReserveThe entire protected area is formed of undulating high and medium hills running from North to South directions with very high precipitous and inaccessible hills. The lower reaches of the area comprises of deep valleys with extensive flat land along the river namely Keisalam, Seling and Aivapui which finally drained into the river Khawthlagtuipui. There are numerous small perennial rivulets all over the Reserve except upper reaches where water holes-cum salt lick are being constructed at various locations for wild animals. Leaf Monkey is endemic to the Reserve. dampha is a bio-diversity hotspot with variety of flora and fauna of Indo-Malayan Origin

Sanctuary :

Tiger Reserve

Area :

550 square km

Year Of Establishment :

1985

Address of the Official Incharge :

Dampa Tiger Reserve, Distt. Aizawal, ,Mizoram-796001

Phone No :

0389-2329339 (Aizawl) (R)

Fax No :

0389-2325371 CWLW

Email :

Temperatures :

Summer is mild while winter is quite chilly (min 9°C)

Nearest Town :

Aizawl

Time to Visit :

November to March

General Information :

Treat the Sanctuary with respect as the sanctum sanctorum of nature. If you are in a vehicle, bear in mind that wild animals have the right of way within the Sanctuary. Transistors, tape recorders and loud conversations are prohibited in the Sanctuary. Dress in colors that blend with the forest like khaki brown, olive - green eye. Make full use of the knowledge of local guides and Field staff on duty. Do not use guns, shoot with your camera instead. Make the most of your visit - learn a little more of the world you are a part of.

Location :

Aizawl.

Best Time To Visit :

November to March.

How to Reach Dampa Tiger Reserve

  By Air :

Lengpui Airport of Aizawl, well connected with Guwahati, Silchar and Kolkata, through Vayudoot service, is the nearest airport.

  By Rail :

The nearest railway station is Silchar Railway Station.

  By Road :

You can reach Dampa Wildlife Sanctuary easily from Aizawl by road.