Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary

A lot of people who care about the environment and animals like to visit Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary in Sikkim. Ravangla tour packages often include a visit to this sanctuary. The park covers an area of about 800 square kilometers. There are a lot of different kinds of plants and animals living in this area.

There are many natural lakes, rivers, and beautiful mountains in this area of natural beauty. People who want to have a great time in nature should go to Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary. They can go camping, watch birds, or take pictures of animals.

Diverse Flora and Fauna

The refuge, which was officially named in 1987, is an ideal haven for nature lovers and hikers for its calm environment and diverse flora and fauna. Rhododendrons carpeting the forest floor and various animals, including the red panda, the Himalayan black bear, the leopard cat, are present in the refuge. 

Bird watchers also believe it is a paradise for itself, with so many birds, including the blood pheasant and the blue-necked pitta. At the end of the spiritual hike to Maenam Top, there is a peak with views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Pandim, Mt. Siniolchu, and Mt. Kabru. The place has all the beauty and mystery of the Himalayas, making it a great place to get away from it all and connect with nature.

Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary Trekking

Many trails in the reserve go through thick forests, beautiful fields, and mountainous areas. From these trails, hikers can see the Himalayas in all their glory. One of the major trails makes a way to the massive view of Maenam Peak; between the two extreme ends, there would be open spaces for long vistas and the opportunity to spot some rare species.

The walks to be absorbed are tough and exhilarating for both veteran and rookie trekkers. Each area of the beautiful reserve has some of the most diverse flora and fauna, even the rarest and most secretive types; no two hikes are ever the same and each step becomes an unforgettable one. This sanctuary is one of those places to visit in Ravangla, where a person gets to have such a diverse hiking experience in nature's lap.

Best Time to Visit

There are many kinds of plants and animals in the Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary in Namchi, Sikkim. It is between 2,000 meters and 3,261 meters above sea level. Between March and late May and October and mid-December.

It is the time of later spring, when the rhododendrons and other flowers are fully blooming, putting on an amazing display to guests. The skies are usually bland, and the weather is rather warm, with a view of the Himalayan Mountains, including the towering Mount Kanchenjunga. Spring is also a great time to, as the birds come back to the refuge after migrations.