The Begur Wildlife Sanctuary is one among the several hidden gems of Wayanad district.
Surrounded by mist-clad Western Ghats, the dense green cover and thriving wildlife population is a pleasure to nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The green cover mainly comprises of deciduous forest and west coast semi evergreen forest.
The sanctuary is a treat for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers as one can spot bear, bison, civet cat, elephants, jungle cat, monkeys, panther, spotted deer, wild boar, wild dog, etc. Sightings of black bulbul, jungle fowl, kingfisher, laughing thrush, peafowl, myna, woodpecker, etc. are common in the park. Flora varieties include teak, eucalyptus, rosewood, vengal, etc.
Numerous folk festivals are celebrated during the months of February-March. Folk dances of the tribals are an important part of festivities. The rich natural beauty of the sanctuary along with a wide variety of wildlife and salubrious climate makes Begur Wildlife Sanctuary a must visit place.
During summers, temperature reaches a maximum of 35 degree Celsius. During winter, mercury levels drop to as low as 10 degree Celsius. Due to scarcity of water from December to May in Bandhipur, Nagarhole and Mudamalai wildlife sanctuaries, animals migrate to Begur. December-May is the best time to visit the sanctuary as the park becomes home to a lot of wildlife species.
