Bondla Wildlife Sanctuaryबोंडला वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
A small sanctuary in the Ghats foothills with a safari drive and a zoo.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereNorth Goa, Goa
Western Ghats and wildlife
Western Ghats and wildlife
Best time to visit1 November to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Height150 m above sea level
Time neededHalf day
Base and nearbyPonda, Ponda
EntryEntry fee, extra for the jungle drive and zoo
ClosuresClosed on Thursdays
About Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
The smallest wildlife sanctuary in Goa and an easy family stop in the Ghats foothills. It has a small zoo, a deer park, a botanical garden and a jungle safari road where gaur, sambar and other forest animals live. Spotting is a matter of luck, and the best time is the first hour after opening. The sanctuary is closed on Thursdays.
What to see and do
- Gaur and sambar on the jungle drive
- Small zoo and deer park
- Botanical garden
- Forest walk and picnic area
- Closed on Thursdays
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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