Orchha Wildlife Sanctuary
ओरछा अभयारण्य
A wooded island enclosed by the Betwa and Jamni rivers, suited to hiking, cycling and birdwatching, where you can see langur monkeys, nilgai and river scenery.
The sanctuary lies between the Betwa and Jamni rivers, southeast of Orchha town. It covers about 45 square km and is mainly dry deciduous forest and riverbank rock. You can see Hanuman langurs, blue bulls (nilgai), spotted deer, peafowl and many waterbirds, and migratory birds arrive in winter. The sanctuary has nature trails and cycling routes, and it is also one of the starting points for Betwa River rafting. The entrance is at the bridge south of town. A ticket is required, and you can arrange a guide or bicycle at the entrance. Summers are extremely hot, so enter in the morning and bring plenty of drinking water.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Royal Chhatris of Orchha
- Raja Mahal
- Jahangir Mahal
- Rai Praveen Mahal
- Phool Bagh & Sawan Bhadon
- Chaturbhuj Temple
- Ram Raja Temple
- Laxmi Narayan Temple