BINSAR WLS
Binsar, Almora, Uttarakhand, India
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the foothills of Himalayas in Almora district of Uttarakhand. It is one of the must visit places as part of wildlife tours in India. Binsar Wildlife sanctuary was declared in the year 1988. This reserve forest is located at an altitude of 2270 meters and it covers an area of 47.04 sq. km. The peak point known as Jhandi Dhar is at an elevation of 2412 meters. Apart from protecting wildlife, the sanctuary was established with an aim to conserve the broad leaf oak forests, mainly located in the Central Himalayan region.
Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Kings, who ruled Kumaon from the 11th to 18th centuries. During British rule there was a base at Almora and during summer Binsar was used as official summer capital. There are 5 villages inside the sanctuary and 30 villages on the boundary of the sanctuary. This sanctuary is rich in diversified flora and fauna as the place is home to variety of plants and animals. The sanctuary has been declared an Important Bird Area by Bird Life International as there are more than 200 species of birds in the sanctuary, including Fork tail, Blackbirds, Laughing Thrush, Pheasant, Nuthatches, Parakeets and Monal.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 06:00 PM | 150 | 75 |
Day - Timings - activities - price
| Day | Timings | Activities | Price(Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Safari | 800 |
Other Fee's
- Vehicle Entry Fee - 250/-
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Patiakhali Bus Stand |
12 KM | 05964225313 |
 Kathgodam Railway Station |
104 KM | 139 |
 Indira Gandhi International Airport |
372 KM | 01243376000 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Almora | 26 KM |
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