Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary

Located at a distance of 35 kilometers from Agartala, and on the highway connecting Agartala with Udaipur, the districts headquarter of south Tripura district passes through it. The sanctuary covers an area of 18.53 square kilometers. And has a rich collection of wildlife particularly of birds and primates. One visitor can enjoy more than 150 species of residential birds, migratory birds, orchid garden, boating facilities, a ride on toy train, variety of wildlife, botanical garden, zoo, elephant joy rides and the scenic beauty including rubber and coffee plantation attract the visitors. A trekker in the early morning is sure to see more then 150 species of resident birds. During winter host of migratory birds visit the sanctuary. The sanctuary has as many as six species of primates in it, which is a rare feature anywhere. The sanctuary has been conceived as both of wildlife sanctuary and as a academic as well as research centre.

The zoo is being developed under sylvan surrounds, although it is a developing zoo, it has got many attractive animals some of which are rare. Inside the sanctuary a forest Dak Bungalow called Abasarika offers accommodation.

To See

• Sepahijala zoological park
• Botanical Garden
• Lake and Amrit Sagar Lake
• Toy Train
• Nature Interpretation Centre
• Birds
• Elephant ride

To Reach

• By Air – Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary is 35 kilometers from Agartala. Agartala, the capital city of Tripura, is connected by regular flights fro Delhi, Calcutta and New Delhi. It is the only airport in Tripura.
• By Rail – The nearest railhead is Kumrghat, which is 140 kilometers away from Agartala.
• By Road – Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary is 35 kilometers from Agartala. Agartala is well connected by bus with the major cities of North East India. Tripura State Transport Corporation buses ply towards different places of North East. The state capital is also connected to international metropolis of Dhaka by Road. The journey is covered in 3 hours. Guwahati is also at a distance of 600 kilometers. It can be covered by daily bus service in 24 hours. Local Transport – Unmetered taxis, autorickshaws and city bus service are available from Agartala Airport.