National Chambal Sanctuary

The National Chambal Sanctuary is a tri-state protected area spanning Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh along the Chambal River. Established in 1979, it covers approximately 5,400 square kilometers and was created to protect endangered species including gharials, Gangetic dolphins, and mugger crocodiles. The sanctuary features river safaris offering wildlife viewing opportunities.

Visitors can expect boat safaris on the Chambal River to observe gharials, mugger crocodiles, Gangetic dolphins, and diverse bird species. The sanctuary offers guided river tours with naturalists who help spot wildlife including over 300 species of resident and migratory birds. The experience involves motorized boat rides through pristine riverine habitat surrounded by ravines.

The sanctuary was established in 1979 to protect the critically endangered gharial crocodile. It was first declared as a protected area in Madhya Pradesh in 1978 and now spans three states.