Wayanad · Sightseeing
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is a visitor attraction in Wayanad. It is open Safari slots typically Morning Session: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Evening Session: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Entry costs Rs.350/- for Indian nationals and Rs.700/- for foreign nationals. Most visitors need about 2.5 to 3 hours. The best time to visit is October – May; the sanctuary closes in parts of the monsoon.
Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and contiguous with Bandipur and Mudumalai, this sanctuary covers moist deciduous forest and bamboo where elephant herds, gaur, deer and the occasional tiger are seen. Safaris run from the Muthanga and Tholpetty ranges.
Tip: Early-morning safari slots have the best sightings and fill up first — book ahead.
| Timings | Safari slots typically Morning Session: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Evening Session: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. |
|---|---|
| Time required | 2.5 to 3 hours |
| Best time to visit | October – May; the sanctuary closes in parts of the monsoon |
| Location | 1. Muthanga Ecotourism Range (South): Bathery-Puthupally Road, Sultan Bathery, Wayanad District, Kerala, 2. Tholpetty Ecotourism Range (North): Tholpetty, near Thirunelli, Mananthavady Taluk, Wayanad District, Kerala, 670646 |
| How to reach | Muthanga (Sultan Bathery) and Tholpetty (north Wayanad) ranges |
| Contact number | +91 99472 71015 |
| Indian Nationals | ₹350 |
|---|---|
| Foreign Nationals | ₹700 |
| Children (up to 12 years) | ₹175 |
| Still Camera | ₹25 |
| Video Camera | ₹150 |
| Other charges | jeep safari extra charge |
Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is generally open Safari slots typically Morning Session: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Evening Session: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.. Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
The entry fee for Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is around ₹350 for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
The best time to visit Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is October – May; the sanctuary closes in parts of the monsoon.
You would typically need about 2.5 to 3 hours to explore Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary comfortably.
Muthanga (Sultan Bathery) and Tholpetty (north Wayanad) ranges. It is one of the most-visited places in Wayanad.
Yes. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular stop on our Wayanad tour packages — we can add it to a custom itinerary with hotel, cab and sightseeing all arranged for your dates and budget.
Do it as a guided tour — hotels, cabs and sightseeing all sorted, customised to your dates.
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