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Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary

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4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : Rs. 50/- per Head
  • Distance from near by city 68.3 KMs From Vadodara
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)2 - 3 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

The Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary is 70 kilometres from Vadodara and 20 kilometres from Champaner. The wildlife sanctuary has forest hills and many animals of different species. One of the must-see places to visit in Vadodara is the Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary.

The forest is covered in teak, mahua, and bamboo thickets, which are home to wild boars, nilgais (blue bull), jackals, hyenas, barking deer, sloth bears, and Chausinghas (four-horned antelope) and leopards. 

The highlight of the woodland is camping in close proximity to wildlife. The woodland rest house near the Kada reservoir can be reserved in advance. The wildlife sanctuary is around 130 square kilometres. The sanctuary is a perfect place for people who love wildlife.  

What is Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary famous for?

Tourists can find a wide range of animals and flora at Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary. A minor portion of the sanctuary (Targol Round) is located in the neighbouring district of Vadodara. The forest also has various trees, such as teak and Bamboo.  

Is Jambughoda worth visiting?

Jambughoda is the best place to explore if you want to see the natural beauty of Gujarat. The site is not very popular but is worth visiting. It is a small village with beautiful trees, waterfalls and rivers. A Wildlife Sanctuary worth visiting during the Vadodara tour package.

What is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat?

Gir National Park, located approximately 43 kilometres from Somnath and 60 kilometres from Junagadh, is one of Gujarat's most popular tourist destinations. Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only area in India with the biggest population of Asiatic lions, spanning about 1412 square kilometres.

The best time to visit 

The sanctuary is best to visit during the chilly winter months of October through March. The heat is not as intense as it is during the summer. Precipitation is also low, if not non-existent, allowing one to enjoy the open sanctuary fully.

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