What is special in karnala bird sanctuary?

Karnala is known for trekking, bird watching and good family picnics within a one day schedule. Karnala is a paradise for bird watchers. One can also visit the Nature Interpretation Centre and trek down to the famous Karnala Fort located amidst sanctuary.

Is karnala bird sanctuary open after lockdown?

The Raigad district administration allowed to reopen the Karnala bird sanctuary in Panvel after two-and-a-half-months for the tourists on Saturday. More than 1200 people visited on the weekend. The bird sanctuary was closed on April 15, following a lockdown was imposed by the state government.

Which is a bird sanctuary in Mumbai?

Karnala Bird Sanctuary
The Karnala fort pinnacle, around which the sanctuary is located
Location	Panvel taluka, Raigad District, Maharashtra, India
Nearest city	Panvel and Khopoli
Coordinates	18°54′31″N 73°6′9″E

What is the best time to visit karnala bird sanctuary?

Best Time: October-May. Timings: 5:00 am to 3:00 pm. Price: Trek cost per person: Rs. 820.

Is karnala Fort safe to visit?

Currently, it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary. The fort of Karnala is famous for its strange pinnacle and the bird sanctuary that is set up amidst the forest. Today, the ruins of the fort are a popular destination for hiking and tourism.

How do I get to karnala bird sanctuary?

20/-, Vada Pav, and good Chai (Rs. 10/-) run by women folk- one at the entrance right after the ticket counter, and the other near the cages/ hike start point for Karnala Fort. There are two paths to reach Karnala- from the Gate (after the ticket counter) – one on the right and one on the left.

How long is karnala Trek?

Today, the ruins of the fort are a popular destination for hiking and tourism. There are two trails that lead to the fort – Karnala fort trail and nature trail. The Karnala fort trail trek is a 1 hour/2.69 kilometres trek from the bottom of the hill.

How can I go to karnala?

To reach Karnala Bird Sanctuary in Raigad, Maharashtra, you can avail of the Central Railway trains from VT Station to get down at Panvel, situated 12 km from the sanctuary. Auto rickshaws, taxis and buses are available from Panvel. State Transport buses run from Mumbai Central to Karnala.

How many bird sanctuaries are there in Mumbai?

Here are the 12 best bird sanctuaries in Mumbai and around.

How many bird sanctuaries are there in Maharashtra?

As per the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), there are around 72 Bird Sanctuaries in India and around 1210 bird species….List of Bird Sanctuaries in India.

State	Bird Sanctuary
Maharashtra	Karnala Bird Sanctuary
Naigaon Mayur WLS
Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary
Nagaland	Khonoma Nature Conservation and Tragopan Sanctuary

Is karnala trek easy?

Karnala fort is a trek of 1-2 hour from the bottom of the hill. This Fort is at a height of approx. 1500 ft. The trek is easy with 2-3 patches of a rocky climb which can be a little cheeky due to rain as it makes the rocks very slippery.

How difficult is karnala Trek?

In terms of difficulty level of trek, I would say it is easy to medium level. From the base, it is approx. 2.5 km trekking, however the altitude is 445 meters. It would take approximately 75-80 minutes to climb up.

Which is the bird sanctuary in Maharashtra?

Mayani is one of the most prominent bird sanctuaries from India! The bird sanctuary is globally reckoned for its gigantic range of species for migratory birds and local birds. According to 2005 census, there were more than 400 species of the birds over here.

Which is the largest sanctuary in Maharashtra?

Tadoba Andhari Reserve is the largest national park in Maharashtra. The total area of the reserve is 625.4 square kilometres (241.5 sq mi). This includes Tadoba National Park, with an area of 116.55 square kilometres (45.00 sq mi) and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary with an area of 508.85 square kilometres (196.47 sq mi).

How many bird sanctuaries are in Maharashtra?

S.No.	Name of Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS)	Area (In km²)
26	Narnala Bird WLS	12.35
27	Nawegaon WLS	122.76
28	New Bor WLS	60.70
29	New Nagzira WLS	151.33

How many bird sanctuary are there in Maharashtra?

Maharashtra state is home to many rare species of flora and fauna in 17 wildlife sanctuaries and national parks.

How do I reach Karnala bird sanctuary from Mumbai?

The place actually is called Karnala bird sanctury. This place is apprx 68 Kms from Mumbai on Panvel – Alibagh route. The drive from mumbai is excellent and it will take an hr and 30 minutes from city to reach here. There is parking lot available and one can park cars here for a nominal cost.

What is the history of Karnala sanctuary?

The Sanctuary was established in 1968 and initially covered an area of 4.45 sq.km. However, in 2003 the area was increased to 12.11 sq.km. Today the Karnala Sanctuary is popular among bird watchers as well as hikers who want to get away from the busy urban jungles of their cities.

Is the Mumbai bird sanctuary open for visitors?

The sanctuary is open for visitors from sunrise to sunset. There are many hotels and resorts located near the sanctuary. There are two government rest houses inside the sanctuary area. The bird sanctuary is a popular destination for bird-watchers and hikers in the Mumbai area.

How to reach Karnala sanctuary in Goa?

The sanctuary is centered on the historic Karnala Fort and lies just off the Mumbai – Pune national highway to Goa. It is located 12 km from Panvel. The nearest rail head is Panvel. Regular buses at an interval of 30 minutes are available from Panvel Bus Stand from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm. The sanctuary is open for visitors from sunrise to sunset.