Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary Hampi Entry Fee
- 50 per person for Indians
- 25 per person for Children
- 300 per person for Foreign Tourists
- 500 per Car
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Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary Hampi Address: Seetharama Tanda, Hampi, Karnataka, 583215, India
Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary is the first wildlife sanctuary in India and Asia exclusively for the conservation of sloth bears. These bear species are native to the Indian subcontinent, and Daroji Bear Sanctuary is the only place to see them in captivity. It’s on the outskirts of Hampi.
Spread over 80 sq. km, this sprawling sanctuary has rock-strewn hillocks interspersed by scrub jungle. In addition to free-ranging sloth bears, Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary is known to have other mammals and birds. It also houses an amazing collection of rare and endangered Deccan flora.
History of Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary Hampi
In 1994, the state government decided to develop 56 sq. km of Bilikallu Reserve Forest as a bear sanctuary. Following that, the Forest Department turned the barren hillocks and thorny trees into a verdant land with many local species of flora and fauna. Wild fruit-bearing trees were grown, and waterholes were created in line with the development.
Provisions were made to ensure a supply of honey for the bears if needed. Ants and termites, another favourite of the bears, were also made available. Thus, Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary Hampi was established.
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Things to do at Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
1. Enjoying a wildlife jeep safari – Hop onto a jeep and venture deep into the wilderness of Daroji Bear Sanctuary Hampi. It’s the only place where you can spot these honey-loving sloth bears. Watching these big bears hunting for their sugar cravings in the bushes is a spectacular experience. The Daroji Bear Sanctuary safari also lets you spot other wild animals living in the sanctuary, including jackals, boars and hares.
2. Climbing the watchtower for views – Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary also has a watchtower for a panoramic view of the sanctuary. It’s on a small rocky hill close to where these bears are commonly seen. The sanctuary has around 120 sloth bears, and you can observe them from this vantage point, roaming and licking honey-coated rocks scattered throughout the region. Different species of birds and butterflies can also be spotted in Daroji Sanctuary.
3. Taking nature photographs – This wildlife sanctuary is a photographer's paradise. The tropical scrub forest offers a stunning mix of wildlife, rocky terrain and lush greenery. A safari provides opportunities to capture photographs of playful sloth bears as they come out from their caves to hunt. The watchtower is also a perfect spot to witness this sanctuary’s overall terrain. The sanctuary has a separate hideout for photographers as well.
Daroji Bear Sanctuary Timings and Entry Fees
Although Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary is open from 9 AM to 6 PM every day, the jeep safari is available only in the evening. Thus, the effective visiting hours are from 2 PM to 6 PM. The best time to visit Daroji Bear Sanctuary is between October and March, when the weather in Hampi is the most pleasant.
Daroji Bear Sanctuary entrance fee is ₹50 per person for Indians and ₹300 per person for foreigners. The safari charge is additional – usually ₹2000 per jeep. It takes around 2 hours to explore the place comfortably.
How to reach Daroji Bear Sanctuary Hampi?
Hampi to Daroji Bear Sanctuary distance is around 10 km. From the bus stop, its distance is 9 km. The nearest railway station is Hospet Junction (18 km away), and the nearest airport is Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (26 km away) in Toranagallu. Kempegowda International Airport (360 km away) in Bengaluru offers better flight connectivity, though.
Now, here’s how to visit Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary from Hampi –
By auto/e-rickshaw – Auto/e-rickshaws are available everywhere in the town. You can easily hire one to take you to the sanctuary.
By cab/taxi – Taking a cab/taxi is the most convenient way to visit Daroji Bear Sanctuary. You can book one from the top car rental companies in Hampi and explore the sanctuary and other nearby tourist places.
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