RATAPANI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Ratapani, Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh, India
Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most fascinating abodes for a wide variety of Wildlife. The Sanctuary runs parallel on the northern side of Narmada River, the life line of Madhya Pradesh. Kolar River forms the western boundary of the Sanctuary. The Sanctuary was first notified in 1976 and then extended in 1983. In the year 2008, Looking to the ever-increasing numbers of Tigers inside the Sanctuary, the National Tiger Conservation Authority, Ministry of Environment & Forests, government of India decided to declare the Sanctuary as a Tiger Reserve. In the year 2012, the chief Wildlife warden, principal chief conservator of forests, government of Madhya Pradesh, prepared a working plan for the Tiger Reserve and sent the proposal to the government of Madhya Pradesh, demarcating the Core and Buffer areas of the Reserve.
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 | 10:00 AM | 05:00 PM | 50 | 20 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 150 Foreigner Child Fee : 60
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Hoshangabad Bus Stand |
39 KM | 07512971008 |
 Budni Railway Station |
32 KM | 139 |
 Raja Bhoj Airport |
70 KM | 07552646001 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
First Aid
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Ratapani | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
BHOJESHWAR TEMPLE
The temple was built by the famous Raja Bhoj between 1010-1055
Nearest Attractions
CavesBHIMBETKA CAVES
It Fosters with the finest Prehistoric cave paintings
FortRAISEN FORT
Adorned with a large courtyard & a beautiful pool in the middle
MuseumTHE SANCHI MUSEUM
It houses many unique and interesting Buddhist artefacts
Heritage MonumentsSANCHI STUPA
The Oldest Stone structures in India
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