Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary

Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area in Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, along the Indo-Nepal border and the banks of the Girwa and Kaudiyala rivers. Established in 1975 and part of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, it covers about 400 sq km of sal and teak forest, grasslands and wetlands. It is notable for its populations of tigers, gharials, Gangetic dolphins, elephants and diverse birdlife within the Terai ecosystem.

Visitors can expect a Terai forest landscape of dense sal and teak forests, grasslands, wetlands and river channels along the Girwa River. The sanctuary offers jeep safaris and watchtower viewing for sighting tigers, elephants, gharials, Gangetic dolphins, swamp deer and over 300 bird species. Facilities include forest rest houses, interpretation centre and guided safaris. The area is remote and tranquil with limited development, focused on wildlife observation and nature photography.