Mudumalai
About Mudumalai
Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the tourist places in Tamil Nadu. You can visit this place to experience the wild life and exotic flora and fauna. You can also trek in a few areas in this reserve. Many endangered species are reside in this reserve. It is on the border of Karnataka and Kerala and shares its importance with the other wild life sanctuaries in the nearby locations. You will find more than 200 species of birds, 34 species of reptiles, and many other animals and birds in this wild life sanctuary. Mudumalai is popular for sightseeing and wild life tours. You can get the best of scenic view when you walk by the streams, rivers, waterfalls, and take a stroll in the deep valleys.
Close to Mudumalai you can also visit the Tiger Reserve and the Bandipur National Park. You can experience the best of eco tourism in Mudumalai. Summers in Mudumalai are hot, and monsoon and winters are cooler. Throughout the year except for the month of April and May, you can visit this sanctuary and take safaris to get a glimpse of the wildlife. There are many places to see in the nearby locations and taking safari rides are the most common activities that you will find here.
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Travel advice
You can reach Mudumalai by air, rail, and road. The Coimbatore airport is the closest to this place.
Mudumalai has beautiful resorts surrounded by gardens and floral pathways. You can either stay at the log houses in the forest areas, safari lounges, forest farms, or guesthouses. You will not find hotels to stay in Mudumalai.
Get trekking gear, mosquito repellent, travel and emergency kits, warm clothes, trekking shoes, energy bars, water bottles, camping gear, and a sleeping bag.
The cottages and resorts do not provide with Wi-Fi facility and have all the basic amenities needed.
When you enter the tiger or the elephant reserve, making any kind of noise, or getting down from the vehicle is prohibited. Do not make any kind of loud noise to grab the attention of wild animals. Spotting them in the reserve is only a matter of chance.
Do not throw cups, utensils, pet bottles, etc when you go on safaris.
Lighting fire and camping in the forest areas and reserve is strictly prohibited.
You will need prior permission to enter any of the wildlife reserves.
Drinking Laws
Do not drink during safari rides or camping. You are not allowed to bring liquor to the resorts either. Remain sober throughout your stay in Mudumalai.
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Sightseeing activities
Camping and safaris
What you will like there?
Outdoor activities
You will enjoy safaris, whether you take them at day time or night time. Also, options for trekking and camping are available. Take a stroll by the greenery near resorts, and enjoy the scenic view of rivers, streams, and waterfalls. This is one of the tranquil places where you can enjoy nature at an unhurried pace. Unlike many other locations of outdoor activities, this place is going to be quieter and a unique experience. Most of the safaris last only for 2 to 3 hours. You will feel lucky to get a view of as many animals and birds in a 2 to 3 hour drive.
A haven for shutterbugs
You can have the best of time filling your travelogues with pictures of wildlife, flora, and fauna. You can jot down each day of your time spent in safaris and sightseeing. You can add and exotic experience to your travel diaries.
Landscape and scenic view
Every spot in Mudumalai has a beautiful, scenic view. You will love the lush greenery and the vibrant species of flowers spread across this area. Your stay at the resorts and cottages will give you a true earthy experience. Do not expect luxurious villas or hotels for accommodation in these areas. Forest cottages or guesthouses are available for stay at affordable price.
Visit nearby places
You can also visit Ooty for sightseeing, visiting tea gardens, and taking joy rides near lakes, waterfalls, and enjoy the view of this hill station. Kabini is a wildlife resort nearly 90 kilometers away from Mudumalai. You can take road safaris, boat safaris, coracle ride on the river Kabini, and guided nature walk tours. You can also visit Mysore which is 87 kilometers away from Mudumalai and enjoy historical and sightseeing tours. Overall Mudumalai is bound to give you a complete experience of nature, wildlife, outdoor activities, history, architecture, heritage, and culture.
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