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Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)
Sanctuary established in 1988 in the Western Ghats to protect the near-threatened grizzled giant squirrel, now part of the Srivilliputhur-Megamalai Tiger Reserve. It also hosts elephants, gaur and over 270 bird species, with its headquarters at Shenbagathoppu near Srivilliputhur.
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Plan Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)
Typewildlife
Nearest baseSrivilliputhur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryApprox INR 50 forest entry; trekking/permit charges extra, confirm at Shenbagathoppu range office
Nearest town/baseSrivilliputhur
DistrictVirudhunagar
Place typewildlife
Time neededAbout an hour.
Sanctuary established in 1988 in the Western Ghats to protect the near-threatened grizzled giant squirrel, now part of the Srivilliputhur-Megamalai Tiger Reserve. It also hosts elephants, gaur and over 270 bird species, with its headquarters at Shenbagathoppu near Srivilliputhur.
Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur) is planned from Srivilliputhur, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Srivilliputhur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur) — at a glance
TimingsDawn to dusk (roughly 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Best timeOctober to March (post-monsoon, cooler and greener)
Entry: Approx INR 50 forest entry; trekking/permit charges extra, confirm at Shenbagathoppu range office
Getting here
How to reach Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)
Srivilliputhur railway station ~15 km; nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~80 km
Forest-department permit required for interior trails; carry water and go early for wildlife sightings.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)?
Entry: Approx INR 50 forest entry; trekking/permit charges extra, confirm at Shenbagathoppu range office. Timings: Dawn to dusk (roughly 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)?
Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)?
About an hour.
What else is near Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur)?
Nearby you can pair Pilavakkal Dam (10.0 km), Srivilliputhur Andal Temple (10.7 km), Madavar Vilagam Vaidyanathar Temple (11.1 km), Sri Vettai Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Rajapalayam (11.8 km).
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