About Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary
Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area established in 1962, covering 7,200 hectares in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. Located in the Himalayan foothills at altitudes between 1,800 and 3,400 meters, it surrounds the ancient roofless Shikari Devi Temple. The sanctuary features diverse montane forests with pine and deodar trees, and is home to species including snow leopard, musk deer, goral, and Himalayan monal.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore high-altitude montane forests with views of pine, deodar woods, and apple orchards. The sanctuary offers trekking opportunities to the Shikari Devi Temple at 3,359 meters, which is believed to have been established by the Pandavas. Wildlife sightings may include goral, black bear, musk deer, barking deer, and various bird species. The area provides scenic landscapes ranging from grassy hills to deep forests.
Key highlights
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Ancient roofless Shikari Devi Temple at 3,359 meters altitude
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Diverse wildlife including snow leopard, musk deer, and goral
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High-altitude montane forests with pine and deodar trees
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Trekking routes through scenic Himalayan landscapes
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Rich bird diversity with over 50 recorded species