Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated southwest of Munger district, Bihar state, India. It is located to the south of the holy river, Ganges.

Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary – Photo source – scstsenvis.nic.in

Legend is that one of the ‘Pandavas’ constructed a dam (Bandh in the Hindi Language) hence the name Bhimbandh. )

There are many hot springs inside the Wild Life Sanctuary. Bhimbandh, Rishi Kund, Sita Kund, etc., are a few hot water springs in this wildlife sanctuary.

Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is rich in Flora and Fauna. Bear, Tiger, Leopard, Cheetah, Jingle cat, fishing cat, leopard cats, etc., are a few of the wild animals inside the Wild Life Sanctuary. Crocodiles, Phyton, King Cobra, etc, are some of the reptiles of this Wildlife Sanctuary. This wildlife Sanctuary is home to many birds, including Bulbul, Falcon, Kingfisher, Nightjars, Peacock, Quail, Pied Horn-bill, Swallow, etc. Many migratory birds come to this Wildlife Sanctuary during winter.

How Do I Go to Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary?

Munger town is the nearest town to the wildlife sanctuary. NH 80 connects Bhimbandh with other parts of the country. Munger-Jamui State Highway connects the wildlife sanctuary to NH-80. Munger is around 55 kilometers from the Wild Life Sanctuary.

“Bhagalpur Junction” railway station on the Jamalpur-Bhagalpur section is the nearest railway station. Another convenient station is Jamui Railway Station, at around 20 kilometers away. The nearest airport is the one at Patna, at around 200 kilometers distance.

Is Accommodation Available Inside the Wildlife Sanctuary?

There is a Forest Guest House and a Tourist Lodge inside the Wildlife Sanctuary.