Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Established in 1977, Bori Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India, covering parts of the Vindhya and Satpura hill ranges. It spans over mixed deciduous forests primarily consisting of teak, along with bamboo groves and grasslands. The sanctuary supports a wide range of fauna including Indian bison (gaur), chital deer, sambar, leopard, wild boar, and numerous bird species like the Indian pitta and peafowl. It forms an important part of the larger Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, connecting with Satpura National Park and Pachmarhi Sanctuary, which together create a significant conservation landscape. Visitors to Bori can engage in trekking, bird watching, and wildlife spotting along forest paths and riverbanks. The sanctuary’s terrain includes hills, valleys, and the Bori reservoir, adding scenic variety to hikes and nature walks. The area also has cultural significance due to tribal communities living on its periphery, offering insight into traditional forest-related livelihoods. The remoteness and relatively low visitor numbers provide a tranquil wilderness experience for ecotourists and researchers alike. Accessibility from nearby towns makes it a feasible destination for day trips or longer excursions focused on wildlife study and outdoor adventure.
