Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, South Goa

About Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary in Canacona, Goa

The Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Canacona taluka which lies in the south of Goa. Cotigao is Goa's second largest sanctuary and it is easily accessible. Once you enter the sanctuary there are marked trails which one can follow. These trails help you to explore the wildlife sanctuary without being lost. This sanctuary supports diverse life forms.

The peace and calm that one experiences here is something that you cannot find elsewhere. This can be counted among the must see places in Goa for nature lovers. One can easily cover the entire span of the sanctuary in a single day. But if you still want to get more of the sanctuary than you can spend the night here too at the Forest Rest House.

Best time to visit Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary in Canacona, Goa

The best time to go and visit Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary is in the months of October - December. Even visiting the wildlife sanctuary during the monsoons season from June-September is a good experience. It is during this season that the wildlife sanctuary is at its greenest best.


Photographs / Pictures of Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, Goa

Below is a picture of the watch tower located inside Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary. This watch tower is around 25 meters in height and provides an amazing view of the sanctuary. This watch tower is one of the main attractions of the wildlife sanctuary.

Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, South Goa

Address of Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, Goa

Cotigao, Canacona, South Goa - 403702

Timings of Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, Goa

The wildlife sanctuary is open from 7 a.m to 5.30 p.m on all days.

Cost / Entry Fee For  Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Canacona, Goa

The entry fee is Rs. 5 per adult and for Children it is Rs. 2 per child. The duration of the visit is 3-4  hours max.