Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary

Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected wildlife reserve spread across Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts in southeastern Uttar Pradesh along the Kaimur Range of the Vindhya hills. Established in 1982 and covering about 500 square kilometres, it features dry deciduous forest, rocky plateaus, gorges and seasonal waterfalls. Notable for blackbuck, leopard, sloth bear, chinkara and diverse birdlife, it offers nature trails and wildlife viewing near Mirzapur city.

Visitors can expect a dry deciduous forest landscape with sandstone plateaus, deep gorges, grasslands and seasonal waterfalls such as Tanda Falls. The sanctuary offers wildlife viewing opportunities for blackbuck, chinkara, leopard, sloth bear, wild boar and numerous bird species. Exploration is via forest tracks, watch towers and nature trails with jeep safari and guided walks where permitted. Facilities are basic with forest rest houses and limited amenities, providing a quiet, natural wilderness experience.