By Siddhartha
Maenam wildlife sanctuary is the unique place to visit in Namchi. This place is ideal for those who love to have good moment of tranquility far from the maddening crowd. This place is at an altitude of 10,600 ft and having the elevation of 36.34 sq km. Maenam wildlife sanctuary is for those who love to go in forest and enjoy forest life. This sanctuary is full of fun to go with family, kids, friends as it is constituted with tall trees, everywhere greenery and there is dark inside too. You will love atmosphere of forest along with bird chirping sound and singing.
Apart from experiencing the wildlife there is also trekking so perfect destination for adventurous people. Maenam will let you get a view of Mount Kanchenjunga and Teesta River. To experience the diversity of the culture and heritage of the state, all bundled in one. Not only wildlife but also food, textiles and landscapes, everything is good about Namchi.
What Maenam wildlife Sanctuary is famous for?
This amazing sanctuary is famous for its wide range of flora and there are number of varieties of birds which you cannot see in many sanctuaries. This is particularly famous for the medicinal plants also.
Best Time to Visit Maenam wildlife Sanctuary
From April to June is the best time to visit this Sanctuary which is along with medical plants and herbs. This place is ideal for all age group and for complete relaxation after the long hectic urban lifestyle. The sound of bird chirping will soothe your soul and make you be at close to nature more. At this duration you will be able to do trek comfortably as there is no harsh weather at this time. This Sanctuary is best known for bird watching while you are exploring Sikkim Tourism.
Fulfills all your travel needs
In this sanctuary, you will get snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, wild ass, deer, musk deer, flying squirrel and many more varieties of animals, butterflies and birds. This place symbolizes many things and 20 km away from Gangtok. In this sanctuary wild orchids, rhododendrons and many more dwells and there is also a Forest Rest House near Yumthang.
Accommodation
Accommodation is also nearby Maenam wildlife sanctuary is accessible. For all the travelers there is lot of options to stay around Sanctuary so visiting to that place will not be far from your hotels and resorts. Those who are expert in the field of travel will definitely know well where to stay nearby so that Sanctuary will be covered easily. Who is not expert still find their stay Near to sanctuary.
How to Reach There?
Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary can be reached easily from Namchi. Many taxi services are available and ply between Maenam Sanctuary and Namchi.