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All You Need To Know About Gudavi Bird Sanctuary In Soraba

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is one of the top bird sanctuaries in Karnataka.

By Akshatha Vinayak

It is the human life which is chaotic and disturbing! Just look around the animal world and you will see such peace all around, which is why we always love the ambience of wildlife destinations and sanctuaries. Here is one such beautiful place located deep inside Karnataka to pique your interest. Yes, a visit to Gudavi Bird Sanctuary in Soraba is all we have to do!

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary In Soraba

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Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is located in Soraba Taluk of Sagara subdivision. It is around 114 km from Shimoga.This bird sanctuary is located on the banks of the Gudavi Lake. Hence, we can also see several water birds in this region. Engulfed by the beauty of Malnad, it is one of the best bird sanctuaries in Karnataka.

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary In Soraba

Gudavi
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Best Time To Visit Gudavi Bird Sanctuary

It is said that June to December is the best time to visit Gudavi Bird Sanctuary. Especially it is good to visit during the monsoons as this is the migratory season here. It is also the time the lake is full.

Birds At Gudavi Bird Sanctuary

Gudavi is home to resident as well as the migratory birds. According to a research, around 217 species of birds can be seen here. The migratory birds come from different places across the globe. Birds like little cormorant, Indian pond heron, grey heron, little grebe, white ibis, brahminy kites, white headed crane, etc., can be found at Gudavi.

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary In Soraba

Gudavi
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How To Reach Gudavi

Gudavi is around 17 km from the town of Soraba and 60 km from Sagara in Shimoga. Visitors can either reach Shimoga or Sagara by bus and then head to Gudavi. Sagara Jambagaru Railway Station or Shimoga Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Gudavi.

Tourist Places Near Gudavi

Famous destinations like Jog Falls, Keladi, Ikkeri, Tyavarekoppa, Murudeshwara (125 km) and Kollur (105 km) are some of the top tourist places near Gudavi.

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary In Soraba

Gudavi
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Accommodation

You might not find places for stay near the Gudavi bird sanctuary. You should either stay in Shimoga or Sagara (where decent stay options are available).

Gudavi with such scenic beauty and rich avifauna is one of the top bird sanctuaries in India. So, don't miss out this picturesque destination on your visit to the Malnad region.

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