Where To Stay In Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

Do you want to visit any Wildlife Sanctuary? You must visit the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, which is simply mind blowing! Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary is located between the routes from Mysore to Ooty. However, the route runs for a part of the way along the banks of Moyar River. Mudumalai means the old hill range. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary situated in the Nilgiri Hills at a height of 1000m. The sanctuary covers an area of near about 321 sq. Km.

Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary has variety of Habitats for the wildlife, which includes tropical evergreen, moist deciduous, as well as teak forest to grasslands and swamps. The animals in the wildlife sanctuary includes Chital, Spotted Dear, Sambhar, Barking Deer, Elephants, Deer and many more can be seen here. However, the great predator such as Leopard and tiger are rarely visible here. Occasionally, one can see the wild dog and dhole here. The other animal which can also be seen in the wildlife sanctuary includes Hyena, Jackal, Wild cat, Civet Cat, Bonnet macaque, Langur, flying squirrel and Giant squirrel. Apart form various animal, you can also find different varieties of bird in this sanctuary which includes the Malabar Hornbill, The Malabar grey Hornbill, the great black woodpecker, The crested Hawk Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Owls, Barbets, Parakeets, Minivets, Jungle fowl, Peafowl etc. The best time to visit the wildlife sanctuary is summer time.

Mudumalai wildlife sanctuaries provide best hotels, lodges, and restaurants too, while a stay at this place. One can select the hotel, lodges, luxury hotels according to their requirement and budgets. Well, the standard in Mudumalai is high. Most of the hotels of Mumdumalai are very gorgeous, beautiful, and have peaceful settings. However, the best hotels at Mudumalai are located at near about 5kms away form Masinagudi in Bokkapuram. One can find two budget hotels, which are situated on the mam road. If, one books the hotel well in advance, it would be always on the safer side. Many of the hotels provide the facility to pick you up from the Bus stop by taxis or jeep. Following are some of the options for accommodation at Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary.

Bamboo Banks Guest House :

Bamboo Banks Guest House are located near about 2 kms from the main road i.e. Masinagdui. The facilities provided by the guesthouse include two rooms, tour cottage in a beautiful environment. Here, one can be served with delicious meals in the garden.

Chitral Walk (Jungle Trails) :

Chitral Walk is located near to the Valaitotam Village. It is near about 7 kms away from the south east of the Masingudi. This accommodation explores with the most remote and atmospheric option. It also has beautiful and comfortable rooms.

Dream Land :

Dreamland is located next to the Masinagudi Crossroads. However, it the cheapest option which is on the reach of the Sanctuary. This accommodation lacks the atmosphere but it is very clean and safe too.

Jungle Hut :

Jungle hut is located at a distance of near about 5 kms form the road of Bokkapuram, Masinagudi. However, it is one of the most expensive options to choose in Wildlife sanctuary. It has twelve comfortable cottages and a swimming pool too.

TTDC hotel Tamil Nadu :

TTDC hotel Tamil Nadu is the best accommodation at Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary. Hotel is located within the boundaries of sanctuary. However, it is also large, clean, Spartan rooms with beds for family. It also provides the dormitory facilities. You can find a restaurant inside the TTDC hotel, but alcohol is not at all served here. Advance booking is must here.

Sylvan Lodge :

Sylvan Lodge is a beautiful bungalow, which are available on the banks of the river Moyar in Theppakadu. Here, meals are provided with an affordable price. One can make booking at the wildlife warden's office in Ooty. You can stay here for only one night. However, one would need to take permission to stay here for a longer period. Only in the Odd season, permission is granted.

Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary is one of the most attractive wild life sanctuaries. However, you will not face more problems for the accommodation at the Mumdumalai sanctuary.