Sunday, November 9, 2014

Tiger and Lion Safari, Tyavarekoppa, Shivamogga, India




The Tiger and lion safari is located at Tyavarekoppa village on the outskirts of Shivamogga. It is 10 kms from the city on the way to Sagar on NH 206. (Bangalore - Honnavar road)




                                                           Sambar





The safari was set up in 200 hectare area of natural forest in 1988 and managed by the Forest Department. It is quite known for the blend of natural beauty and a rich mix of bird and animals including rare migratory birds, leopards, lions, tigers, deer, sambar and Sloth bears. 










The safari is conducted by a bus driving into the jungle where lion and tigers roam freely inside the fenced forest. The ticket for the safari is Rs 70 for adults, Rs 30 for kids and Rs 50 for camera.

Timings : 10 am to 5 pm. Tuesday is holiday. There is a museum with information about animals and birds.


Play area for children is very well maintained. Restaurant with basic snacks is inside the safari.








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