
Haveri District, Karnataka, India
Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary
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About Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary
Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary is a sun-drenched savanna — a golden expanse where herds of sleek blackbucks sprint across the horizon, their horns glinting like poetry in motion. Wolves prowl the periphery, and rare birds soar in the open sky. Unlike the dense jungles of the Ghats, this sanctuary celebrates the quiet beauty of grasslands, where wind and wilderness dance together. The reserve stands as a tribute to conservation, a rare refuge for India’s vanishing open-plain species. Watching the blackbucks move at dawn is like witnessing the rhythm of freedom itself.
Best time to visit: November to March
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What you'll experience
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Witness herds of blackbucks in open grasslands
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Birdwatching, including the great Indian bustard
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Photography of wolves and antelopes
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Enjoy scenic drives through the sanctuary
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Opening Hours
Monday - Friday6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
Indian Visitors₹150
Foreign Visitors₹750
Best Time to Visit
November to March
Location
Haveri District, Karnataka, India
Contact
For inquiries: 08373-290050
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