Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary Tourism

Wildlife Sanctuary4.0(72 reviews)

About Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful and serene wildlife refuge located near Jamshedpur, in the East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India. Spread over an area of 195 sq km, it rests on the Dalma hills with its highest point at 915 meters above sea level. Established in 1976, the sanctuary is a haven for a variety of wildlife, most notably Asian elephants. The forest-covered hills provide a perfect backdrop for hiking and trekking, with well-laid paths leading to the peak offering panoramic views of Jamshedpur and the surrounding countryside. Besides the pachyderms, the sanctuary hosts a rich diversity of flora and fauna, including barking deer, sloth bears, porcupines, and a variety of bird species. The sanctuary also features several streams and two prominent waterfalls, Sitaguldi and Dassam, adding to its natural beauty. It’s an important conservation site and serves as a crucial corridor for elephant migration between Jharkhand and West Bengal. Visitors can also explore the Shiva temple located at the hilltop during their trek.

Opening and closing time of Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Monday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Opening hours can change for special events or maintenance. Check with the local tourism office or the official website before you go.

Entry ticket price for Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Adult	INR 10
Child	INR 5

Prices are subject to change; please check before visiting.

Tips when you are visiting Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

✓ Tip 1
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for trekking.
✓ Tip 2
Carry water and refreshments as there are limited facilities inside.
✓ Tip 3
Do not disturb the wildlife and maintain a safe distance.
✓ Tip 4
Prefer visiting in the early morning hours to increase your chances of animal sightings.
✓ Tip 5
Hire a guide for a more informed and safe experience.

Top 5 Reviews on Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

993biswanathd
3.0
Wrote on 20 Feb 2023
Flame of the forest
The Slopes of the Dalma hills are full of Palash Trees and I visited in mid-February some of the slopes of the hills where the Palash flowers were in full bloom. it appeared as if the whole forest was on Fire. without smoke and heat. the floor of the forest was covered with the fallen petals of the flowers. Where post monsoon the forest is lush green. and in this season the Flames of the forest are in full bloom.
982pradipb
3.0
Wrote on 7 Dec 2021
A Short Visit
Visited the Sanctuary for the second time . I went around friends for a half day trip . Didn't see any wild animals . The road to the top was bad . The top has a temple and an Ashram to visit . There are two Forest Rest Houses to stay at Dalma.
ARMAANKHAN87
5.0
Wrote on 17 Mar 2021
Must visit
It's an awesome place. We really enjoyed our bike trip. Feel of jungle was amazing. Be safe in the hill road corners enjoy your trip
hussainnajma17
4.0
Wrote on 14 Jan 2020
Dalma Top
Great Place for wildlife lovers. Around 20 kms journey to reach on Dalma Top. Can enter with own vehicle with nominal charges for the safari. Road is also quite good. Disappointed as unable to watch any wild animal.
439rogerk
4.0
Wrote on 29 Sept 2019
Site Visit for Wildlife Workshop
Arranged through the Zoological Survey of India as part of a symposium ZSI hosted, Dalma WS staff rose to the occasion and facilitated a full workshop at their Makula Kocha ecolodge site, with field work at and around the ecolodge, as well as at the Dalma summit and Pindrabera resthouse. Facilities at the ecolodge were basic, comfortable and reasonable, though at least one of the guesthouses' bathroom needed much better cleaning. Overseas visitors will need to ensure converter plugs are packed for one's electrical appliances (e.g. battery charger / USB charger). Didn't get much time at Pindrabera, though the setting is in dense forest with a view over Jamshedpur and the surrounding area. The resthouse and ecolodge compounds are fenced off to prevent the larger animals from interacting a little too closely. As with any larger nature reserve, one has to travel by vehicle to see the bulk of the area. The infrastructure is a mix of recently repaved (concrete) road sections and unpaved gravel or dirt roads. In dry weather this should be manageable in two wheel drive vehicles with good ground clearance, though a 4wd vehicle would be needed in wet weather. As for wildlife - it's there, IF one is patient, quiet and observant. Many animals here are nocturnal (only active at night). Some educational interpretation information is sorely needed to improve the wildlife experience for visitors.

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About Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Opening and closing time of Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Monday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday	07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Opening hours can change for special events or maintenance. Check with the local tourism office or the official website before you go.

Entry ticket price for Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

Adult	INR 10
Child	INR 5

Prices are subject to change; please check before visiting.

Tips when you are visiting Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

✓ Tip 1
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for trekking.
✓ Tip 2
Carry water and refreshments as there are limited facilities inside.
✓ Tip 3
Do not disturb the wildlife and maintain a safe distance.
✓ Tip 4
Prefer visiting in the early morning hours to increase your chances of animal sightings.
✓ Tip 5
Hire a guide for a more informed and safe experience.

Top 5 Reviews on Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary

993biswanathd
3.0
Wrote on 20 Feb 2023
Flame of the forest
The Slopes of the Dalma hills are full of Palash Trees and I visited in mid-February some of the slopes of the hills where the Palash flowers were in full bloom. it appeared as if the whole forest was on Fire. without smoke and heat. the floor of the forest was covered with the fallen petals of the flowers. Where post monsoon the forest is lush green. and in this season the Flames of the forest are in full bloom.
982pradipb
3.0
Wrote on 7 Dec 2021
A Short Visit
Visited the Sanctuary for the second time . I went around friends for a half day trip . Didn't see any wild animals . The road to the top was bad . The top has a temple and an Ashram to visit . There are two Forest Rest Houses to stay at Dalma.
ARMAANKHAN87
5.0
Wrote on 17 Mar 2021
Must visit
It's an awesome place. We really enjoyed our bike trip. Feel of jungle was amazing. Be safe in the hill road corners enjoy your trip
hussainnajma17
4.0
Wrote on 14 Jan 2020
Dalma Top
Great Place for wildlife lovers. Around 20 kms journey to reach on Dalma Top. Can enter with own vehicle with nominal charges for the safari. Road is also quite good. Disappointed as unable to watch any wild animal.
439rogerk
4.0
Wrote on 29 Sept 2019
Site Visit for Wildlife Workshop
Arranged through the Zoological Survey of India as part of a symposium ZSI hosted, Dalma WS staff rose to the occasion and facilitated a full workshop at their Makula Kocha ecolodge site, with field work at and around the ecolodge, as well as at the Dalma summit and Pindrabera resthouse. Facilities at the ecolodge were basic, comfortable and reasonable, though at least one of the guesthouses' bathroom needed much better cleaning. Overseas visitors will need to ensure converter plugs are packed for one's electrical appliances (e.g. battery charger / USB charger). Didn't get much time at Pindrabera, though the setting is in dense forest with a view over Jamshedpur and the surrounding area. The resthouse and ecolodge compounds are fenced off to prevent the larger animals from interacting a little too closely. As with any larger nature reserve, one has to travel by vehicle to see the bulk of the area. The infrastructure is a mix of recently repaved (concrete) road sections and unpaved gravel or dirt roads. In dry weather this should be manageable in two wheel drive vehicles with good ground clearance, though a 4wd vehicle would be needed in wet weather. As for wildlife - it's there, IF one is patient, quiet and observant. Many animals here are nocturnal (only active at night). Some educational interpretation information is sorely needed to improve the wildlife experience for visitors.