Occupies an area of about 1342 km2 Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest natural reserves in the famous Kaimur hills range. Established in 1982 the wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most prominent tourist spots in Kaimur district of Bihar. It also spread over the wide range of Mirzapur district and Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh. The lush green dense forest covers with numerous waterfalls, treasure of pre-historic caves, rock paintings & heritage of rare fossils makes it an ideal spot for winter tourism.
The Sanctuary house the animals like Royal Bengal Tiger, Wolf, Leopard, Black Buck, Chital, Sambhar Chinkara, Blue Bull, Indian Monkey, Baboons, Bear, Porcupine, Peafowl, Mongoose, and Ratal. You can also find several kinds of birds like the Grey Quail, Doves, Francolin, Black Partridge, Colored Francolin, Red spur, and Cotton Teal. Anupam Lake and Kalidah near Rameshwar-kund proves to be the home to fishes.
Visitor can see the pre-historic paintings of Lakhania near the Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary. These 4000 year old pre historic Rock paintings are in terracotta color. The paintings shows depict hunting, war scenes, cattle grazing, bee-keeping, worshipping, decorative floor designs, and domestic chores.
When you visit the wildlife sanctuary you find the Echo Valley Near the sanctuary. It is natural valley where phenomenon of echo is distinctly observed. Any sound thrown in the direction of the valley reflects its echo. The sanctuary is an ideal place to rejuvenate oneself with renewed energy and vigor.
STATE : BIHAR
LOCATION : Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the west bank of the Son River in Kaimur district of Bihar.
LANGUAGE : Bhojpuri, Hindi and English.
WHEN TO VISIT : The most preferable time to visit Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is from the months of October to March. 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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Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is connected by good motorable roads to all major places. There are excellent bus services provided by State Road Transport Corporation, connecting Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary to other nearby cities.
The most convenient Railhead Sasaram is 40 km. away from Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary. The Railhead 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 Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary.
Nearest airport Varanasi is 121 km. away from Kaimur 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 Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary.
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OPENING OF SANCTUARY: Kaimur 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.
ENTRY FEE:
For Indian nationals is Rs. 30 per person for one day visit.
For foreign national, the entry fee Rs. 350 per person for one day visit.
ATTRACTIONS : Nature & Wildlife.
SAFARI TIMING : Wildlife safari timing in Kaimur 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 Kaimur 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 KAIMUR: Kaimur 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 Royal Bengal Tigers, four horned antelope and nilgais roaming inside their natural habitats.
Jeep Safaris at Kaimur can be done in morning and afternoon Shift. The jeep can accommodate up-to 6 people per safari. JEEP Safari at Kaimur 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.
