6 wildlife safaris you can enjoy even during the monsoon
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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala
Located in Thekkady, this sanctuary stays open year-round. Monsoon enhances its beauty with misty hills, and boat safaris on Periyar Lake offer sightings of elephants and bison.
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Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
A part of Nagarhole National Park, Kabini is open in monsoon and comes alive with rich foliage. It’s ideal for spotting elephants, leopards, and even the elusive black panther.
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Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu
Bordering Kerala and Karnataka, this forested park remains open and is especially scenic during rains. It’s a great place for birdwatchers and elephant sightings.
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Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
This lesser-known gem stays open and offers monsoon river safaris. It’s known for hornbills, leopards, and crocodiles along the Kali River.
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Satpura National Park (Buffer Zone), Madhya Pradesh
While the core zone shuts in monsoon, buffer zones like Madhai remain accessible. Walking safaris and boat rides reveal a vibrant ecosystem of sloth bears, boars, and birds.
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Kaziranga National Park (Edge Zones), Assam
Though the main areas flood, fringe eco-tourism zones still offer activities and scenic beauty. The rains paint the landscape green, and nearby villages showcase Assamese monsoon culture.