About Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected evergreen forest area spread across Shivamogga and Uttara Kannada districts near Sagara in Karnataka. Established in 1972, it covers about 431 sq km along the Sharavathi River valley and surrounds the Linganamakki Reservoir. Known for dense Western Ghats forests, it shelters lion-tailed macaques, spotted deer, and diverse birds. Its proximity to Jog Falls and pristine riverine landscape makes it notable for nature and wildlife tourism.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect dense semi-evergreen and evergreen forests of the Western Ghats along the Sharavathi River valley and Linganamakki Reservoir backwaters. The sanctuary offers forested trails, riverine views, and opportunities to see wildlife such as lion-tailed macaque, spotted deer, wild boar, and many bird species. Facilities are basic and forest-oriented with inspection bungalows and guided nature walks. The terrain is undulating with reservoir fringes, and the nearby Jog Falls area is often visited together.
Key highlights
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Dense evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in the Sharavathi River valley
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Habitat for endangered lion-tailed macaque and other mammals like spotted deer and bonnet macaque
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Linganamakki Reservoir and Sharavathi River forming scenic water frontage within the sanctuary