Introducing Mudumalai National Park
In the foothills of the Nilgiris, this 321-sq-km park (admission Rs 35), and the surrounding forest outside the park boundaries, are the best places for wildlife viewing in Tamil Nadu. Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (3000 sq km), the reserve’s vegetation ranges from grasslands to semi-evergreen forests that are home to chitals (spotted deer), gaurs (bisons), tigers, panthers, wild boars and sloth bears. Otters and crocodiles inhabit the Moyar River. The park’s wild elephant population numbers about 600.
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A good time to visit Mudumalai is between December and June although the park may be closed during the dry season, February to March. Heavy rain is common in October and November.
The admission price includes a Rs 20 minibus tour.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Please help with itinery for trip ending in the Andamans
by Api 30 May 2012
As mentioned before when you go is critical. I just got back from the Andamans and talked to people there about going during the monsoon.…
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RE: Good Asian or European Wildlife site for late April/early May?
by Api 26 April 2012
Back to India. If you can handle the heat then Bandipur / Mudumalai are good. Lots of the weed Lantana which obscures viewing but summer…
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RE: Good Asian or European Wildlife site for late April/early May?
by Api 23 April 2012
May isn't the wettest month in Thailand, but the monsoons are reliable enough to ensure you'd get some rain. If you're unlucky you could…
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