Mudumalai National Park
One of India's first wildlife sanctuaries, Mudumalai sits at the junction of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, it is renowned for its elephant herds and tiger population.
Area (km²)
321
Established
1940
District
Nilgiris
Nearest City
Ooty
Quick Facts
Mudumalai was one of the first regions in India to be declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1940.
It is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the first biosphere reserve in India.
The park is a critical corridor linking the Western and Eastern Ghats.
Wild dogs (dholes) are more reliably spotted here than almost anywhere else in India.
Habitat & Best Time to Visit
Habitat Types
Best Time to Visit
Oct – May
The Nilgiri Hills experience two monsoon seasons; October to February is ideal.
Designations
Gates & Safari Zones
Theppakadu
Zone Core
Main elephant camp and entry point.
Masinagudi
Zone Buffer
Popular base for wildlife watching.
Kargudi
Zone Buffer
