{"id":45,"date":"2022-12-26T10:27:27","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T10:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visavaamusementpark.com\/blog\/?p=45"},"modified":"2023-05-19T08:43:43","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T08:43:43","slug":"karnala-bird-sanctuary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visavaamusementpark.com\/blog\/karnala-bird-sanctuary\/","title":{"rendered":"Karnala Bird Sanctuary: Dos, Don’ts, Costs, and Things to Take with You"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you had enough of city life? Does taking a quick break sound good? What about a spot
\nwhere the only sounds you hear are those of birds and the gentle rustling of the air through the
\ntrees? Take the Mumbai-Goa highway, and you’ll find the Karnala Bird Sanctuary about 12<\/strong>
\nkilometres from Panvel, making this a realistic option.<\/strong> It’s a 24-hour metropolis like Mumbai, but with a twist. At this location, you’ll find the daytime antics of flying beauties and the night time
\nantics of nocturnal animals.<\/p>\n

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\"Karnala<\/p>\n

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As the third sanctuary in the vicinity of Mumbai<\/strong>, it joins Sanjay Gandhi National Park and the
\nTungareshwar Hills. It’s a somewhat small sanctuary, covering only 12.11 square kilometers. As
\nit’s located on the main route between Mumbai and Goa<\/strong>, getting there is a breeze. The sanctuary
\nhas grown in popularity over the years, drawing not only serious birdwatchers<\/strong> and ornithologists
\nbut also hikers and picnickers, including notable families from Mumbai and the surrounding
\nareas. In 1968, the state government of Maharashtra recognised the ground-breaking work of Dr.
\nSalim Ali by designating Karnala as the state’s first official bird sanctuary<\/strong>. Currently, about 150
\nspecies of native birds and 37 species of migratory birds make the refuge their winter home.<\/p>\n

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\"Karnala<\/p>\n

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While visiting the sanctuary, here’s a list of certain dos and don’ts that you must take note of
\nwhile planning your trip to this breath taking site:
\nSince this sanctuary is looked after by the forest department, the rules ordained are to be very
\nstrictly followed. The “No Plastic Policy” is followed very religiously in the sanctuary. The act
\nof roaming around in the forest after sunset is a strict no-go.<\/p>\n

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Make sure you carry enough water inside the forest. Although there are food joints situated
\ninside the forest serving breakfast and lunch, it is still advisable to carry ample water with you.
\nFor your convenience, dress comfortably and wear walking shoes when visiting the sanctuary.
\nCarry with you a functional torch and a good pair of binoculars to get a better view of the various
\nspecies present in the sanctuary.<\/p>\n

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\"Karnala<\/p>\n

The city enjoys a moderate temperature and humid climate almost throughout the year.
\nNevertheless, the months of July\u2013August and October\u2013February are considered the best times to <\/strong>visit the place.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t wait until after 5:00 p.m.; it could be dangerous due to wild animal attacks.<\/strong><\/p>\n