Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary Tourism

Type of destination: Wildlife Sanctuary

Ideal visit duration: 2 to 3 hours

Closed in: None

Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, located near Porbandar in Gujarat, India, is a lesser-known haven for various species of flora and fauna. Spread over an area of roughly 192.31 square kilometers, it was established in 1979. The sanctuary encompasses part of the districts of Porbandar and Jamnagar and acts as a green bridge between two major geographical entities: Saurashtra and Kutch. Barda was once the private hunting ground of the erstwhile rulers of Porbandar and is characterized by dense forests, hilly terrains, and several water bodies â€“ providing a unique ecosystem akin to the Gir Forest National Park. The area is rich in biodiversity, including a number of rare plant species and endangered animals like leopards, hyenas, and crocodiles. It is also home to the Maldhari community, who have lived in harmony with the wildlife for centuries. The sanctuary offers a serene escape from the hustle of city life and is an important ecological asset for environmental conservation efforts in the region.

Monday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday	6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Adult	INR 20
Child	INR 10

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Recommendations

Hire a local guide for better wildlife spotting and information.

Carry binoculars for bird watching.

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for trekking.

Stay hydrated and carry water.

Respect the wildlife and follow sanctuary rules.

Top 5 Reviews on Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

robinsongreat007

Wrote on 26th Nov, 2018

Barda Dungar

Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is nice place. Before go to Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary you need to take permission. Clean and fresh environment.

sabsgupta

Wrote on 27th Oct, 2018

Nothing much to be expected.

Can be visited during winters or monsoon only. Nothing much to be expected. Permit needed which makes place bit uneasy to visit.

raju9975

Wrote on 10th Sep, 2017

Nice trip

Beautiful place to visit. Must visit in rainy season. Some places to visit like killeshwar billeshwar ghumli and gopnath Mahadev.

sunseb

Wrote on 29th Jun, 2016

not worth watching

fifteen kilometers from porbander.not much of flora and fauna. Government has come up with some modifications, but nothing has been implemented.

m-sumitro

Wrote on 28th Dec, 2014

Practically not reachable, Nothing in there -SKIP

We heard about this place and hence wanted to visit while we were in Jamnagar. But no information was given about how to reach, if a permit is needed, from where permit is to be taken, timings etc. So..