Muthanga / Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

About Muthanga / Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

Muthanga and Tholpetty are the two safari ranges of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. A jeep safari with a forest guide drives through teak and bamboo forest and open grassland, with a chance to see elephants, deer, gaur, peacocks and other wildlife.

Sightings are never guaranteed, and the late afternoon, towards sunset, is the best time to see animals coming out.

What to see and do

• Jeep safari through reserve forest
• Chance to see elephants, deer, gaur and peacocks
• Sunset light over the forest

Good to know

• Wear dull or earthy colours, avoid bright clothes
• Keep quiet in the forest to improve the chance of sightings
• The safari runs on forest department timings