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Located on the outskirts of Darjeeling, around 15 km from the main town, Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is one of India’s oldest wildlife sanctuaries, covering an area of 38.6 km2 (14.9 sq mi). Its elevation varies from 1,500 to 2,600 m (4,900 to 8,500 ft). The sanctuary is home to various wildlife species such as barking deer, wild boar, Himalayan black bear, Indian leopard, jungle cat, rhesus monkey, Assam macaque, and Himalayan flying squirrel. It also boasts a diverse bird population. Notably, the sanctuary’s two lakes, Senchal Lakes, serve as a crucial source of drinking water for the town of Darjeeling.
It provides a habitat for barking deer, wild boar, Himalayan black bear, Indian leopard, jungle cat, rhesus monkey, Assam macaque, and Himalayan flying squirrel. The sanctuary is also rich in bird life.
The area is rich in bird life. Large yellow-naped wood-pecker, Tickel's Golden back Woodpecker, Emerald Cuckoos, Black-backed KhaJij Pheasant, Red Jungle Fowl, Hornbills, Imperial Pigeons, Green, Pigeons, Thrushes, Babblers, Sunbirds, etc.
Yes, the sanctuary offers captivating scenic views, including Himalayan peaks, rolling hills, and the picturesque Senchal lakes.
The lakes provide drinking water to the town of Darjeeling, making them an essential water source for the local community.
It is located approximately 15 km away from the main town of Darjeeling.
To reach Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary, travel to Darjeeling. From Darjeeling, take a taxi or drive to Jorebungalow, and from there, follow the road leading to Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary, which is about 10 kilometers away.
It covers an area of 38.6 km2 (14.9 sq mi).
Wildlife species include barking deer, wild boar, Himalayan black bear, Indian leopard, jungle cat, rhesus monkey, Assam macaque, and Himalayan flying squirrel.
Yes, the sanctuary offers captivating scenic views, including Himalayan peaks, rolling hills, and the picturesque Senchal lakes.
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