Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuaryकोटीगाओ वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
A quiet evergreen forest sanctuary with watch towers, inland from Palolem.
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Western Ghats and wildlife
Western Ghats and wildlife
Best time to visit15 November to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Height120 m above sea level
Time neededHalf day
Base and nearbyPalolem, Canacona
EntryEntry fee, vehicle and guide charges
About Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
A forest sanctuary in Canacona, a short drive inland from Palolem, with tall evergreen trees and high watch towers over waterholes. It is a good place for birds and the giant Malabar squirrel, and with luck gaur and sloth bear. Early morning is best, and the quiet forest has good tree-top viewpoints. Take a guide at the gate and avoid the heat of midday.
What to see and do
- Watch towers over waterholes
- Malabar giant squirrel
- Hornbills and forest birds
- Evergreen trees along the trails
- Easy day trip from Palolem
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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