Dampa Tiger Reserve
About Dampa Tiger Reserve
Far From City: 33 kms from city center
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About Dampa Tiger Reserve
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Time Required:3-4 hrs
Open Time:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost:INR 5
Things To Do at Dampa Tiger Reserve
Jungle Safari
Dampa wildlife sanctuary is famous for its Jungle Safari. A part of the Safaris include detours in the deep, dense woods of the reserve. On the wildlife safari in Dampa, you can spot the royal cats including leopards and tigers. A large variety of deer and bears are a common sight around the national park. Apart from this, Dampa also houses an exquisite variety of birds. You can book safari tours in advance to avoid hassles during the trip. Visitors can opt to stay at one of the guesthouses available nearby the Dampa Hills.
Bird Watching
The forest is home to a plethora of bird species. The ones who enjoy bird watching get their binoculars and spend hours during the day watching birds in their natural habitat.
Flora and Fauna at Dampa Tiger Reserve
Apart from being home to the national animal of India, the Tiger, the Dampa Wildlife Sanctuary houses an exquisite variety of animals and some of the rarest species of birds. One can spot the royal cats including leopards as they explore the jungle. A large population of deer, bears, hoolock gibbon, elephants and langurs are frequently sighted around the reserve.
In 1994, biologists found that the population of Tigers no longer thrived in the forests of Dampa as none were seen. In 2012 however, a society of biodiversity conservation named Aaranyak and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) analysed a faecal sample that was found in the forests using the impressive technique of DNA Fingerprinting. The sample proved to be genetic evidence confirming the presence of Tiger in the forests.
The Blue Pitta which belongs to the Pittidae family and is one of the 30 species of Pitta living on our planet is one of the main attractions that draw nature & animal lovers and biologists to the reserve. Studies suggest that only 6 out of these 30 species of Pitta are found in India. There are about 54 species of birds that reside in the protected area out of which only 25 species have been identified by biologists researching the fauna of the Dampa Tiger Reserve. Out of these 25, two are species are nearly threatened category, and one is on the verge of extinction.
Best time to visit Dampa Tiger Reserve
The best time to visit Dampa Tiger Reserve is between November and February as the weather is pleasant to explore the forests.
How to Reach Dampa Tiger Reserve
Dampa wildlife sanctuary is located 127 km from the state capital of Mizoram, Aizawl. The sanctuary is located in the remote areas of Mizoram, hence only the private vehicles can take you to the sanctuary. Due to the recent development in the area, it has been made accessible by road. The best way to reach Dampa is by hiring your own private taxi from Aizawl.
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Tips
1. An Inner Line Permit is required for entering into Mizoram. It needs to be obtained by people other than government employees from the Liason Officer, Government of Mizoram at Kolkata or Silchar.2. Avoid throwing food and distracting animals to catch attention.3. Book your jungle safari well-in-advance to avoid last minute hassles.4. As the sanctuary is located in the remote areas, it is advisable to travel by private vehicles or by hiring a private taxi.5. Do not litter the forest area.6. Always explore the reserve in groups and follow the instructions of the Safari Leader/ Guide.7. Carry enough water and keep yourself hydrated.8. Wear clothing fit for jungle safaris. Khaki, brown and olive green are the best colours to wear.9. Avoid playing loud music and engaging in loud conversations to be able to enjoy the tranquillity of the sanctuary.
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