Karnataka Tourist Places
Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Things to Do in Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Haveri District, Karnataka, India4.6

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.

Top 4 Things to Do

1

Witness herds of blackbucks in open grasslands

2

Birdwatching, including the great Indian bustard

3

Photography of wolves and antelopes

4

Enjoy scenic drives through the sanctuary

Visit Information

Timings

6:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Best Time

November to March

Rating

4.6/5 (1,870 reviews)

Entry Fee

₹150

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