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TREKS · 2-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 800M

Betla National Park Forest Trail.

Betla National Park Forest Trail
moderate

Betla National Park Forest Trail

Betla

Forest trail trekking within Palamau Tiger Reserve / Betla National Park. Sal and bamboo forest sections, Palamu Fort ruins walk included.

2
Days
14km
Distance
800m
Max Altitude
easy
Fitness
10+
Age
Best months:
OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMay
Tiger reserve habitatPalamu Fort 3km hikeSal and bamboo forestElephant spotting chancesRemote forest immersion

Warnings

Tiger risk—never trek alone

Leeches May–September

No marked trails—guide mandatory

Limited water

Landslide risk in monsoon

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