Located 14 kilometers away from the BNR Apts, Mrugavani National Park is a natural hub for flora, fauna, safari rides and snake shows.It is reachable via University-Himayat Sagar-APPA-towards Chilukuru road.



Spread over 900 acres, Mrugavani is nestled between the Osmansagar and Himayatsagar reservoirs. It is among the few national parks, which despite being close to the urban landscape continue to retain their jungle charm. The park has over 20 species of mammals, reptiles and invertebrates like the sambar, wild boar, hare, snakes and butterflies apart from 115 species of birds.

You also get to see some rare rock formations and a wide variety of flora here, thus making it a perfect destination for trekking. An awe-inspiring collection of snake skins could also be seen at the Park's museum and if you prefer a closer look at the reptiles, interactive sessions and slide shows are also organized at the auditorium. For those with the literary bent of mind, the Park has a well-stocked library as well.

The Park also organizes safari drives, nature trails and snake shows to enliven the tryst with nature. We took a 30-minute guided safari ride in a mini bus and landed up spotting deer and peacocks. Wish we could see some wild cats as well! But surprisingly, the Park does not have any! Apparently, it had cheetahs earlier, which were, for some reasons, sent to the Srisailam forests later.

Mrugavani National Park also arranges nature camps for groups and provides tents and dormitories for up to 40 people. It has two cottages with sit-outs as well. All bookings need to be made at the Forest Office counter, at the KBR National Park.

We recommend:

- Go early to spot the rare animals.
- Put on your walking shoes as the trail can get tricky after a point.
- Take some fodder along to feed the deer.
- Visit during June and July to see flora in full bloom
- Carry some eatables as there are not many dhabas around.

For details contact: Divisional Forest Officer,
KBR National Park,
Road No 2,
Banjara Hills.

Telephone no: 23607663

Timings: 9 AM - 5 PM

UNIQUENESS: A unique urban forest Eco-System supporting large ungulates likes Cheetal, Sambar, Wild Boars etc. presents the visitors a true experience of wilderness.
FLORA: Southern tropical dry deciduous forests. The topography is undulating with rocky exposures of the Deccan trap formation. The park is endowed with the last vestiges of the endemic flora of Hyderabad with species like Teak, Bamboo, Sandal, Picus, Palas, Rela.
FAUNA: An urban refuge for large ungulates like Panther, Cheetal, Sambar, Wild Boar, Jungle Cat, Civet Cat, Mongoose, Monitor Lizard, Python, Russell’s Viper, Cobra, Grey Partridge, Quail, and Butterflies.
ACCESSIBILITY: 25 Kms. by road from Hyderabad.
ACCOMMODATION : Cottages and Tents in the Park.
SEASON : Round the year