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Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
About:
Mudumalai National Park is located at the foothills of the Nilgiri hills in the state of Tamil Nadu. Mudumalai which literally means ancient hills was identified as a reserve way back in 1927 and converted into a sanctuary in 1940. It is a continuation of the Bandipur National Park in the neighbouring state of Karnataka, and is separated by the river Moyar that flows along the border of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The park also has a border with the Wayanad Sanctuary in Kerala. Mudumalai is a part of the forest area which includes the Bandipur National Park and Rajiv Gandhi National Park (Nagarhole) in Karnataka, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala which together constitute the Niligiri Biosphere Reserve. The Mysore - Ooty highway with 36 hairpin bends runs through the thick jungles of the park. On the highway there are chances of sightings of animals like deer, boar and even elephants at odd hours.
Sanctuary :
Tiger Reserve
Area :
321 square km
Year Of Establishment :
2007
Address of the Official Incharge :
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Temperatures :
14°C to 35°C
Nearest Town :
Ooty 67 km
Time to Visit :
February to June
Animal in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Langur, bonnet macaque, tiger, leopard, wild dog, hyena, jackal, sloth bear, elephants, gaur, sambar, spotted deer, Indian muntjac, mouse deer, wild boar, rodent and flying squirrel are part of the wildlife in Mudumalai. It has a rich bird life that includes Malabar trogan, Grey hornbill, crested hawk eagle, crested serpent eagle, etc.
Resorts in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Jungle Retreat
Jungle Retreat is a family run resort; a mixture of wilderness, serenity and comfort and appreciated by travelers from across the world. We, the Mathias family, have lived on a plantation for many years in close proximity to the jungles of Tamil Nadu. Jungle Retreat was born of our family's close bond with the wilderness. Jungle Retreat is located at the foothills of the Nilgiris, skirting the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary & National Park in Tamil Nadu. We've come a long way since the beginnings 14 years ago. We offer accommodation in country style cottages with sprawling private verandahs that afford spectacular views of receding mountains and tropical jungles. Click to See Room Pictures Come to Jungle Retreat. Partake in what we have to offer. Come with no aspirations and find yourself swapping photographs and stories amongst staff and guests as each day goes by. Immerse yourself in our hospitality, either at the Retreat or out on a trek or safari and at the end of each day relax amongst friends you have just made.You will begin to appreciate we are not a hotel
Blue Valley Jungle Resorts
Nestling in Mudumalai at the foothills of the picturesque Nilgiris, Blue ValleyJungle Resorts in heaven on earth for those seeking a natural retreat away from the stress and strain of city lifestyles. A drive of about 5 hours from Bangalore brings you to picturesque Masinagudi in the Nilgiris hill station of Tamil Nadu. A mere 3 km away is located Blue Valley Jungle Resorts amidst the beautiful mountain range. Old hills. A sanctuary rich in bio-diversity and captivating dense vegetation. At Blue Valley Jungle Resorts we ensure that you not only have a perfect holiday but a tamemorable one too. Something that you would want to experience again and again.
Monarch
Located in the enchanting surroundings of the famous Nilgiri foothills at Bokkapuram, at the edge of Madumalai National Park, Monarch Safari Park is a beautiful resort owned by actor Mithun Chakravarthy. Spread over an area of over 65 acres in the lush green and picturesque surroundings of the Nilgiri hills, the resort promises a unique and comfortable stay on your Mudumalai National Park Tour
Forest Hills Farm & Guesthouse
Forest Hills Farm & Guesthouse is a family run rustic theme resort located in a beautiful and secluded part of the famous Nilgiri foothills in India and very close to the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve offering a unique opportunity to explore and appreciate the unspoilt virgin rainforests that are home to a variety of wildlife. Time means nothing here. It is the celestial bodies that control nature. It is a delightful mix of old-fashioned hospitality and contemporary amenities typical of the colonial bungalows and clubs. The atmosphere is informal and friendly and the facilities include a âMachaanâ or Watchtower on stilts which guarantees sighting of wildlife at close quarters. Set in a breathtakingly beautiful valley with the wooded mountains forming a majestic backdrop. The reception has a warm and inviting ambiance typical of colonial parlor. Accommodation includes three double-occupancy rooms, one triple room, one four-bedded cottage, a deluxe room, five bamboo huts, two tree-houses and one Machaan, all non-a/c. The rooms are cozily furnished and offer every modern convenience. The cuisine is delightfully tasty and varied with the services, needless to say, exemplary. Mudumalai Tiger Reserve as well as the Bandipur National Park is home to the highest population of Asiatic Elephants and is also home to Tigers, Leopards, Deer, Gaur (Indian Bison), Bear⦠and many exotic birds like Paradise Flycatcher, Rufous Treepie, Indian Roller, Bee-eater, Malabar Grey Hornbillâ¦Go for nature walks and let Mother Nature surprise you in all her diversity.
Travel Information for Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
General Information :
15.00 (Adult), Rs.10.00 (Age 5 to 12 years), Free (Below 5 years)
Location :
Foothills of the Nilgiri hills in the state of Tamil Nadu
Best Time To Visit :
February to May and September to October
How to Reach Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
By Air :
The nearest airport is at Coimbatore, 160-km away.
By Rail :
The sanctuary is located at a distance of 65-km from Udhagamandalam railway station and 95-km from Mysore station.
By Road :
Gudalur (16-km) is the nearest town to the sanctuary, which is situated along the Udhagamandalam - Mysore highway. This sanctuary could be reached from Mysore as well. There are regular buses from Udhagamandalam, Mysore and the neighbouring towns to the sanctuary.
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