Van Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary, sprawled over an area of 59.86 sq km, was recognized as a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1955. Later in 1983, area of 4.45 sq km was acclaimed as a national park. The sanctuary is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts as there are various preserved and endangered species of mammals along with more than 200 species of birds, and 60 species of butterflies. The sanctuary is situated on the Vindhyan Plateau and provides the opportunity to sight mammals such as Cheetal, Blue Bull, Sloth Bear, Chinkara, Sambhar, Hyena, Wild Boar, Leopard and more. The forest cover is also dominated by Khair (Acacia Catechu) and Dhok (Anogeissuspendula) trees. The sanctuary is also a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife photographers.
Distance / Traveling Time
Distance / Traveling Time from Delhi: 281 kilometers / 4 h ,10 m
Best Time To Visit
November to July
Weather: 9.1 °C to 47.7 °C
How to Reach Van Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary ?
Air: Jaipur is the closest airport 280 Km from Dholpur.
Rail: You can board trains from Dausa to reach Dholpur
Road: Dholpur, located on NH 3, is most easily reached from either Agra (55 km) or Gwalior (60 km).
Main attaractions of Van Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhuteswar Temple
Dhamoye Water fall
Sant Nagar Temple