Kerala Highlands, India
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
UNESCO Biosphere — Where Wild Elephants Roam Free
About Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border shelters a remarkable dry deciduous ecosystem. It is one of the few places in India where you can spot the Giant Grizzled Squirrel alongside elephants, leopards, and hundreds of bird species.
Highlights
Wild Elephant HerdsLeopard SightingsGiant Grizzled Squirrel250+ Bird SpeciesThari WaterfallGuided Trekking Trails
Best Time to Visit
February – May, October – November
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Quick Info
Location
10.3167°N, 77.2500°E
Best Time
February – May, October – November
Top Highlights
- Wild Elephant Herds
- Leopard Sightings
- Giant Grizzled Squirrel
- 250+ Bird Species
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