Benog Wildlife Sanctuary
- Weekly Off:
- —
- Time to See:
- 2:0 hrs
- To
- 5:0 hrs
- Enjoyed By:
- Nature-lovers, bird-watchers
- Mode of Payment :
- Cash ;
- Currency :
- Rs
Introduction
Benog Wildlife Sanctuary has been developed as a bird-watching haven and is a part of the famous Rajaji National Park. It is about 11-kilometer (6.8 mile) from Library point in Mussoorie. Popular tourist attractions near Benog are Park Estate and Cloud’s End, from where a 2-kilometer (1.24 mile) trek uphill leads to the Sanctuary. Although Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is open all the year round, the best time to visit is in the summer months. There is no entry fee to the Sanctuary.
The wildlife sanctuary is home to several species of exotic birds such as White Capped Water Redstart and Red Billed Blue Magpie to name a few. The Sanctuary’s claim-to-fame however, is the bird after which it is named. The Mountain Quail or the Pahari Bater was last spotted here in 1876, and is now considered extinct. The Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is located far away from the usual tourist haunts in Mussoorie and, offers the quiet and solace that many visitors seek in the mountains. The view of the rising sun is stunning and something that nature lovers should not miss. However, in order to get here in time to watch the sunrise, visitors should leave very early from lower Mussoorie since vehicles are not easily available and they would have to walk quite a distance.
Special Attributes
A bird-watching haven
Nuisance
The site is very peaceful and free of irritants.
Dressing restrictions
Dress in whatever you find comfortable.
Connectivity
The Park Estate and Cloud's End is reachable on two or four wheeler. From there on, it is a 2- kilomter (1.24 mile) trek to the Sancutary.
Enjoyed by
Nature-lovers, bird-watchers
Exposure
You will be under the open sky of Mussoorie. The sunlight can be strong at noon, so it is advisable to carry your sunshades, sunscreen lotion and a bottle of drinking water.
Avoidable Season
October, November, December, January, February.
Facilities
Basic, prepare accordingly
Things Not Allowed
No such restriction
Tip
Be prepared to walk extensively. And do put on your walking shoes.
Type of site
Bird Sanctury