Located in the Dahod district of Gujarat, Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary is home to a large population of sloth bear. It lies in the proximity of the Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat state border. Notification: Wildlife sanctuary: 1982.

Flora
Forest type: mixed deciduous forests, dry teak forests and dry bamboo brakes. Trees: Teak, sadad, dudhlo, amla, timru, dhavdo, bamboo, jamun, mahuda, kakadiyo, ber, khakhro, etc.

Fauna
Flagship species: Sloth bear
Other species: leopard, four-horned antelope, Mongoose, Civet cat, Porcupine, Flap-shell turtle, Star tortoise, Cobra, Saw-scaled viper, Termite hill gecko, etc.

Avian Fauna
Grey jungle fowl, Alexandrine parakeet, quail, partridge, crested serpent eagle, green pigeon, hoopoe, tailor bird, lesser golden-backed woodpecker, etc.

Getting there
The closest bus terminal to Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary is at Devgadh Baria, approximately 42km. The nearest airports are at Vadodara (170km) and Ahmedabad (250km). The nearest railheads are located at Dahod (70km) and Godhra (85km).

Tourist Information
The visitors can find accommodation at the Forest Rest Houses at Pipargota and Kanjeta. There are better staying options at Dahod. Tent accommodations are possible within the sanctuary with prior intimation to the forest authorities.
Safari rides, wildlife photography and nature trail are popular tourist activities here. Keep save distance from the sloth bears as they can be more dangerous than the leopards. During your safari rides alight from your vehicles only when your guide instructs you.
Pavagadh Fort, Nagina Masjid, Champaner Fort, Shiv temple on Ratanmahal hilltop and Mahakali temple are some nearby places of interest that the visitors can explore.

Additional Information
Location: Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary, SH 62, Gujarat.
Area: 55.65 sq km
Ideal visiting time: October to March
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