Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary

Cradled in the verdant jungles of Wayanad, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary is an oasis where the untamed beauty of Nature thrives. Spread across acres of pristine wilderness, this sanctuary offers a glimpse into the tapestry of rich flora and fauna that call it home. An integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary attracts thousands of visitors each year owing to its lush greenery and the promise of wild animal sightings and experiences that will last a lifetime. Situated 16kms from Sultan Bathery, the sanctuary is a rainforest that connects Nagarhole and Bandipur of Karnataka on the northeast and Mudumalai of Tamil Nadu on the southeast. Considered to be the second largest wildlife sanctuary in Kerala, it is also bio geographically one of the most vibrant and richest tracts of peninsular India. Established in 1973, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary is resplendent with semi-evergreen, moist deciduous and dry deciduous forests.