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Tamil Nadu
Image: Nandhan k dinesh / CC BY-SA 4.0Welcome to Indira Gandhi National Park (Annamalai)! Use the resources below to plan your adventure in one of India's most treasured wild spaces.
Safaris, bird watching, nature walks, and more
Safari timings, open seasons, and park schedules
Entry fees, safari charges, and camera fees
How to reach by air, rail, and road
Official booking links, permits, and offline reservation guidance
Nearby stays, forest rest houses, and booking resources
Confirm current Tamil Nadu forest rules, route permissions, and any safari or interpretation options before planning an Annamalai visit.
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Mountain roads and sector-based visitor rules mean this park is less straightforward than the more urban-facing parks in Tamil Nadu.
Indira Gandhi National Park (Annamalai) protects part of the Anaimalai landscape in Tamil Nadu's Western Ghats. The park is about forested slopes, elephant habitat, and biodiverse hill country rather than city-adjacent tourism convenience.
| Season | Morning Safari | Evening Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Season (Nov - Apr) | Daylight travel where permitted | Return before dark |
Always confirm the latest visitor guidance through Tamil Nadu forest channels before traveling.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Entry/Permit | As notified by Tamil Nadu authorities |
| Guide / Vehicle | Varies by current arrangements |
Do not rely on old Annamalai tourism assumptions; check the current forest process before traveling.
Indira Gandhi National Park (Annamalai), Anaimalai hills, Tamil Nadu
10.3833° N, 76.9667° E
Coimbatore is the main airport gateway for the Annamalai region.
Coimbatore and Pollachi are the practical rail gateways depending on your route.
Approach through Pollachi, Valparai, and adjoining hill roads according to current forest guidance.
Use hired vehicles and local support familiar with the Annamalai hill roads.
Evergreen and moist deciduous forest, shola-grassland transitions, bamboo, and river-fed Western Ghats vegetation.
Indira Gandhi National Park supports large mammals, primates, birds, and Western Ghats forest biodiversity across the Anaimalai slopes.
Indira Gandhi National Park was notified in 1989 to protect part of the biodiverse Anaimalai hill system in Tamil Nadu.
