Wildlife Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir

The land of Jammu & Kashmir is so blessed by nature that its beauty not only attracts tourists but variety of wild animals as well. The geographical structure and the climatic conditions of J & K makes up for a humble dwelling for these animals that you won’t even find elsewhere in India.

The wildlife sanctuaries and the national parks that are present in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir hosts many rare and exotic faunas that they are termed as the ‘living wild treasures’ of the forests by the tourists and the locals. The grace of the famous Kashmiri Stag or Hangul, Snow Leopards and many other endangered species of faunas’ magnets tourists from faraway places.

Due to the Jammu and Kashmir Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1978, many areas that dwelled these endangered animals were announced as either wildlife sanctuaries, national parks or conservation reserves. This act not only helped in protecting wildlife and in banning the trade of animal related goods like pelt and horns but also helped in boosting tourism in J & K.

Dachigam National Park, Overa- Aru National Park, Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve and Achbal Wildlife Sanctuary are some of the top most visited wildlife reserves in Jammu and Kashmir because one can spot Himalayan Black Bear, Musk Deer, Himalayan Marmot and species of wild goats like Makhor along with rare and colorful Himalayan birds like Blood Pheasant, Golden Eagle, Crimson Tragopan, etc.

Along with the scenic and historic trip of yours to Jammu & Kashmir you can make more out of it by visiting these reserves.