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Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

Forested wildlife sanctuary with walking trails and mountain viewpoints.

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01 — The story

The story

A dark deodar forest shelters birds and wildlife above the Dalhousie hills.

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02 — About

About Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

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We’re still writing about Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best season
Spring, summer and autumn
Time of day
Morning
Crowds
Moderate

Time and effort

Easy–moderate

Time needed
2–4 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Forest/vehicle fees may apply
Parking
Parking at approved access points; road can be narrow.
Permits
Forest entry rules/fees may apply; follow official restrictions.

On the ground

Local food
Chamba madra, siddu

Stay safe

Stay on trails; do not feed wildlife; carry layers and water.

Where it is

Chamba, Himachal Pradesh

32.55° N 76.01° E