About Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary
Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected wildlife sanctuary near Bishalgarh in Sepahijala District, Tripura, about 25 km from Agartala. Established in 1972 and covering about 18.53 sq km, it is notable for its rich biodiversity including spectacled langurs, clouded leopards, and numerous bird species. It houses a zoo, botanical garden, boating lake, and the Clouded Leopard National Park within its premises, making it a major eco-tourism destination in Tripura.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested sanctuary with a well-maintained zoo, botanical garden, and large boating lakes surrounded by natural vegetation. The sanctuary offers enclosures for primates, clouded leopards, and other animals, aviaries, and nature trails for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Boating on the lake, walking through forested paths, and visiting the Clouded Leopard National Park section are central experiences. The setting is tranquil with dense woodland, lakes, and landscaped garden areas.
Key highlights
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Clouded Leopard National Park located inside the sanctuary
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Home to spectacled langur, Tripura's state animal, and clouded leopard
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Sepahijala Zoo with diverse mammals, birds and primates
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Boating facilities on the sanctuary lakes
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Botanical garden and well-maintained nature trails for birdwatching
History of Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary
Declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1972 covering 18.53 sq km to protect the flora and fauna of the area. The Clouded Leopard National Park was established within the sanctuary in 2007 for conservation of the clouded leopard. The sanctuary also includes a zoo established in 1972 that has been developed as a conservation and education centre.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, Agartala, about 30 km away |
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| By train |