Hiking

Overview

Hiking – Nestled in the southern eastern ghats, NSTR has numerous hills and hiking trails which hold a lot of promise for the trekking enthusiasts.

These hiking trails offer great opportunities for people to connect to the nature, explore their fitness and learn about the nuances of the forest from the trekking guides.

Currently only one Hiking trail is made open near Tummalabailu which is on the way from Dornala to Srisailam highway. The trail comprises of a visit on foot to Tholagundam, a pristine natural waterbody in the core area and a hike to Veerlakonda Watch tower where you will get to see one of the most scenic and beautiful views of the tiger reserve.

Views from the Veerlakonda Watch tower

Frequently Asked Questions About NSTR

To make oneself experience the beauty and depth of wilderness and to get educated about the need to conserve forests and wildlife.

Each season brings its own beauty. If you want to witness the sight of dense, lush green forests, you are advised to visit during monsoon.

Beginners often use field guides that categorize birds by size, color, and markings. Online resources and birding apps can provide This is not guaranteed. The encounter of any animal in the wild is always by chance. Nothing can be guaranteed with respect to any animal. additional information and help confirm identifications based on habitat and behavior.

Summers and late winters are the best time to sight tigers as the animals come

near saucer pits and waterbodies in search of water.

Mornings and late evenings are the best time when the bird activity will be at the peak.

The most common birds are Oriental Magpie Robin, Jungle Babbler, Common tailorbird, Tickell’s Blue flycatcher, Greater Coucal, Gray Hornbill, Red wattled Lapwing, Green Imperial Pigeon, Common Hawk Cuckoo, Indian Cuckoo, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Gray Junglefowl, Indian Peafowl etc.

 

Currently we have accommodation facility in Nallamala Jungle Camp, Bairluty and

Nallamala Jungle Camp, Pacherla and in Rollapadu.

 

There are 5 different places in which visitors visit NSTR. And the exact distances from popular places to these locations is given in “How to Reach” column.

 

Yes, we do have guides accompanying the tourists in Gypsies.

There are 5 different places in which visitors visit NSTR. And the exact distances from popular places to these locations is given in “How to Reach” column.

 

Yes, we do have guides accompanying the tourists in Gypsies.