Karnataka Tourist Places
Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Things to Do in Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Shimoga (Shivamogga) District, Karnataka, India4.8

Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is a green realm sculpted by the river that bears its name. It spreads across deep valleys, dense evergreen forests, and towering hills where clouds drift like silent travelers. This sanctuary is a living mosaic — king cobras coil in the shadows, Malabar giant squirrels leap between trees, and the Sharavathi River roars into life at Jog Falls, one of India’s tallest cascades. The valley’s tranquility carries a sacred hush, as though the forest itself breathes ancient hymns. For travelers, this is a world unbroken — pure, rain-soaked, and poetic, echoing the heartbeat of the Western Ghats.

Top 4 Things to Do

1

Visit Jog Falls, Karnataka’s tallest waterfall

2

Trek through misty rainforest trails

3

Birdwatching and butterfly spotting

4

Boating on the Sharavathi backwaters

Visit Information

Timings

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Best Time

October to February

Rating

4.8/5 (3,675 reviews)

Entry Fee

₹250

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