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About this location

A wildlife sanctuary protecting the catchment of the Mhadei river — the lifeline of Goa — in the Western Ghats. Important tiger corridor between Karnataka's Dandeli-Anshi tiger reserve and Goa's forests, with excellent birds including the Indian pitta and Malabar trogon.

Highlights

Best months
Jan–Dec
Key species
Bengal TigerGaurLeopardSloth BearIndian PittaMalabar TrogonCrested Serpent EagleMalabar Pied Hornbill
Terrain
A wildlife sanctuary protecting the catchment of the Mhadei river — the lifeline of Goa — in the Western Ghats
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Species You Can Photograph in Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary

Bengal Tiger

Bengal Tiger

Best: Jan–Dec
Gaur

Gaur

Best: Jan–Dec
Sloth Bear

Sloth Bear

Best: Mar–Nov
Indian Pitta

Indian Pitta

Best: Apr–Jul
Malabar Trogon

Malabar Trogon

Best: Jan–Nov
Crested Serpent Eagle

Crested Serpent Eagle

Best: Jan–Dec
Malabar Pied Hornbill

Malabar Pied Hornbill

Best: Feb–May

Best season guide

Peak photography conditions typically align with Jan–Dec. Add buffer days for weather and park closures.

JanExcellent
FebExcellent
MarExcellent
AprExcellent
MayGood
JunOff-season
JulOff-season
AugOff-season
SepOff-season
OctGood
NovExcellent
DecExcellent

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Available trips

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Recent Wildlife Sightings

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Photography tips for Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary

Reach the gate before opening light; many species move along edges of forest, meadows, or water at dawn. Use a long lens with a bean bag or gimbal head on shared vehicles, and keep spare batteries warm in cold destinations like high Himalaya.

Respect buffer zones and guide instructions — ethical positioning keeps stress off animals and often yields cleaner frames. Review your images in the field to adjust exposure for harsh midday sun versus misty mornings typical of Goa.

More in Goa

  • Bhagwan Mahavir (Mollem) National Park
  • Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
  • Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary

Species guides

  • Bengal Tiger
  • Gaur
  • Sloth Bear
  • Indian Pitta
  • Malabar Trogon
  • Crested Serpent Eagle
  • Malabar Pied Hornbill
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