Discover the appealing wilderness

Found on the border between Kolhapur and Sindhudurg districts, Dajipur Fauna Sanctuary draws communities in with its eye-catching display of biodiversity. Declared a animal life haven in 1985, this sanctuary holds long-standing importance as it was used as the hunting grounds by Maharaja of Kolhapur for decades.

Dajipur Animal life Sanctuary presents an abundant diversity of animal life, with the grand Indian Bison (Gaur) serving as one of its main draws. Meanwhile, discovering its verdant trails reveals other animal life such as sambar deer, wild boar, leopards, barking deer and Indian giant squirrels - not forgetting birders with opportunities to spot Malabar Whistling Thrushes, Orange-Headed Thrushes and Grey Hornbills nesting here. Set against the scenic terrain of rolling hills and dense woodlands this sanctuary creates an unforgettable encounter for you.