Truly the biggest tiger reserve in this country. If you like a vast and arid place of 3000 sq.kms with miles away from humans, this is a place in south India. Very vast and dry and you will wild plateaus, gorges, valley and dam sites across krishna river.
The flora is exciting. Bamboo trees, thick grass, unknown species of tree. Veru quiet and unspoilt place. Tribes do still live here. As seasons come and go, the scenery changes from decidious and evergreen. Each having its own charm. For adventurous, one can camp here with permissions from forest dept. Though, naxals do infest here and be cautious as locals are very
un-cooperative for fear of naxals. Though claimed to have variety of fauna, sighting them is difficult because of vastness. The elusive tiger and king of this reserve is very much nocturnal. With luck you may hear the growl.How to reach there ? The nearest towns are Srisailam, Markapur, Atmakur, Kurnool etc.,
Connectivity by road is the best and nearest rail station is Markapur. Airport is Hyderabad.
Time to spend : One -two days.
Where to Stay : APTourism Punami cottages at Srisailam are excellent around Rs.700/- for A/c and Rs.500 for non-AC cottages. If you like to stay in Jungles, I recommend camp gears.
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