Idukki wildlife sanctuary

The sanctuary stretches across 77 square kilometers of land in Kerala's Western Ghats, featuring dense forests, valleys, and mountain slopes at elevations from 450 to 900 meters.

Established in 1976, this protected area emerged from conservation initiatives aimed at safeguarding the local elephant populations and maintaining the ecological balance of the Western Ghats.

Local communities near the sanctuary maintain traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and share their understanding of wildlife behavior with sanctuary visitors and researchers.

Visitors can access the sanctuary through Vandiperiyar town, with the optimal visiting period falling between September and March when weather conditions facilitate wildlife observation.

The sanctuary houses over 250 bird species, including Malabar grey hornbills, while providing a natural corridor for elephant migrations through the Western Ghats mountain range.

GPS coordinates: 9.78056,76.96667

Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:48