Kali Tiger Reserve National Park
Protected reserve in Goa conserving Bengal tigers
Kali Tiger Reserve at a Glance#
Address: Kali Tiger Reserve region (Goa/Karnataka border area), Western India
Hours: Access regulated seasonally by local forest authorities; safaris typically operate at dawn/dusk
Admission: Entry controlled by local forest authorities - park/reserve permits or guide fees may apply; tiger reserve access typically requires booking with Forest Department or licensed operators.
How to Get to Kali Tiger Reserve#
By air: The nearest major airports are Goa’s Dabolim (GOI) or Hubli (HBX) in Karnataka - driving times vary. By road: The reserve is accessible by regional roads from towns in Goa and Uttara Kannada; hire local drivers and guides for interior access. Check with the state forest department for permit and safari booking details.
Tips for Visiting Kali Tiger Reserve#
- Kali Tiger Reserve spans rugged terrain-hire a local naturalist guide or book a forest department jungle safari.
- Best wildlife viewing occurs around dawn and dusk; be prepared for bumpy forest roads and occasional heavy rain.
- Check jurisdiction: permits and access often differ between Goa and neighbouring Karnataka forest authorities.
Best Time to Visit Kali Tiger Reserve#
Visit in the dry season (Nov-Feb) for best wildlife access and more reliable roads; always arrange permits and guides with local forest authorities.
Weather & Climate near Kali Tiger Reserve#
Kali Tiger Reserve's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (4074 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 16° - 28° | 22° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 1.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.2h |
| February | Ideal | 17° - 29° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 59% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.5h |
| March | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 1.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Excellent | 22° - 30° | 26° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Good | 21° - 26° | 24° | 745 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| July | Good | 21° - 25° | 23° | 1734 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.8h |
| August | Good | 20° - 25° | 23° | 971 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.5h |
| September | Good | 20° - 26° | 23° | 270 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Very Good | 20° - 27° | 24° | 158 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 18° - 28° | 23° | 46 mm | some cloud | 83% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.1h |