Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
A sloth bear sanctuary in the boulder hills south of Hampi, where you can watch the bears foraging among the rocks from a watchtower.
The Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary was established in 1994 and covers about 82 square kilometres. Its boulder hills and scrub forest provide ideal habitat for the Indian sloth bear. Leopards, peacocks and many bird species also live here. Visitors buy tickets at the entrance and drive to the viewing tower, where sanctuary staff put honey and other food on the rocks to attract the bears. Sightings are most likely from 3 pm until dusk. Bring binoculars or a telephoto lens. You need a private car or hired vehicle, and the sanctuary is about 15 km from Hampi.
Opening hours
Approx. 14:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Pattabhirama Temple
- Malyavanta Raghunatha Temple
- Archaeological Museum, Kamalapura
- Queen's Bath
- Royal Enclosure: Mahanavami Dibba & Stepped Tank
- Elephant Stables
- Lotus Mahal
- Hazara Rama Temple