Spread over an area of 681.99 km² Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is a reserved forest. Encompassing dense forests and hot water springs Bhimbandh is situated south of the Ganges River at the northern edge of Chota Nagpur Plateau and west of Santhal Pargana. According to Mahabharat, Bhima one of the pandavas constructed a dam (bandh) here and therefore it is called Bhimbandh.
Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary also consists of many animals like tigers, leopards, wild bears and the Golden Jackal lurking in the bushes. Barking deer, cheetal, peacocks, sloth bear, Chinese pangolin, badgers and flying squirrels are also commonly sighted here. This wildlife sanctuary is more famous for its birdlife because it is a home to more than hundred of different bird species. These resident birds stay in this forest cover area all the year around.
The vegetation of the Kharagpur Hill is extremely rich. This forest area mainly consists of bamboo forest, sal forest, grass lands and many other small forests. Many other trees also grow on the hilly terrain on this sanctuary and protect the forms as well as creepers from the scortching sun rays. In the valley portions and at the foothills are several hot springs of which the finest are at Bhimbandh, Sita Kund and Rishi Kund. All the hot springs maintain nearly almost same temperature all year round.
STATE : BIHAR
LOCATION : Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at a distance of 56 km from southern border of Munger in Bihar.
LANGUAGE : Magahi, Hindi, Urdu and English.
WHEN TO VISIT : The most preferable time to visit Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is from the months of October to April. During that time the temperate climate would allow you to spend quite some time viewing the graces of Mother Nature.
CLOTHING : Cotton or linen full-sleeve outfits which match with surroundings like dark green, muddy-brown and rocky-grey are the ideal clothing color. Avoid shiny or reflective clothes during safari which may diverts or attracts wild animals & birds’ attention which may become cause them leaving the place.
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Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is connected by good motorable roads to all major places. There are excellent bus services provided by State Road Transport Corporation, connecting Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary to other nearby cities.
The most convenient rail-head Jamui is 20 km. away from Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary. The rail-head is well connected by trains with different cities and places in India. From the railway station you can take a taxi or bus to reach Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary.
Nearest airport Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport Patna is 200 km. away from Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary. The airport is well connected by flights with different cities and places in India. From the airport you can get a taxi or bus to reach Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary.
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OPENING OF SANCTUARY: Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is open throughout the year for visitors.
PERMIT : Permits obtain from the concerned park authority before you make entry to the Park. Tourists can obtain day visit permit at entry gate.
ATTRACTIONS : Nature & Wildlife
SAFARI TIMING : Wildlife safari timing in Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is just like most parks in the country.
| Throughout the year | Safari Timing |
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| Monday to Sunday | 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
: The incredible Bhimbandh is the natural abode of the variant of wild species. Catching the amazing glimpses of the majestic creatures by Jeep Safari gives you a closer look to the wild life.
JEEP SAFARI IN BHIMBANDH: Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is the perfect habitat of variety of animals and birds. Three hour open jeep safari will take you through an unspoiled wilderness area with some of the best sightings of wildlife in Corbett. The star attraction of the park is Tigers, Panthers, Wild Boars, Sloth Bear and Sambar roaming inside their natural habitats.
Jeep Safaris at Bhimbandh can be done in morning and afternoon Shift. The jeep can accommodate upto 6 people per safari. JEEP Safari at Bhimbandh is a delight for adventure lovers and wildlife photographers. It explores especially those places, which are difficult to travel via any other mode of transportation.
