KARNALA BIRD SANCTUARY
Karnala, Raigad, Maharashtra, India
The Bird Sanctuary is a popular destination for bird-watchers and hikers in the Mumbai area. The Sanctuary is home to over 222 Species Birds of which 161 are Resident Species, 46 are winter migrant species, three are breeding migrants. Karnala bird sanctuary where there is greenery all around, a place where colorful birds come together to form a Kaleidoscope in the sky, visitors usually wake up with the rooster crow cock a doodle doo and end your day with fireflies creating a magical woodland glow. Apart from its enormous winged beauties that light up the sky as soon as the dawn settles, the sanctuary features a grand Karnala Fort, which if seen from a distance looks like a funnel-shaped loudspeaker and in Marathi, it is called a Karn.
Suggested time duration
3 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
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 | 08:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Apta Bus Stand |
11 KM | 2148222085 |
 Somatne Railway Station |
12.2 KM | 139 |
 Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport |
51.4 KM | 02266851010 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
First Aid
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Karnala | 3.7 KM |
Nearest Temples
SHREE MAHAD VARADVINAYAK TEMPLE
Temple was built by Peshwa General Ramji Mahadev Biwalkar in 1725 A.D.
SHREE BALLALESHWAR TEMPLE
Ballaleshwar is the only incarnation of Ganesha that is known by his devotee's name
Nearest Attractions
DamMORBE DAM
Morbe Dam is a gravity dam on the Dhavari river
WaterfallsPANDAVKADA FALLS
It offers Trekking trails cycling,200 ft rappelling options
OutdoorIMAGICA WATER PARK
Packed with a plethora of amusements and leisure activities
CavesELEPHANTA CAVES
Cave rooms are carved out of big stones made of basalt rock
FortKORLAI FORT
Korlai Fort had Eight bastions and Four entrances
BeachKASHID BEACH
Kashid beach is with white sand and great scenery
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