Chandigarh Forests

Department of Forest & Wildlife
UT Administration
Chandigarh

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Nature & Wildlife Trek Event

During trekking

Do's

  • Keep silence and enjoy the beauty of nature.
  • Keep safe distance from wild animals.
  • Photography/Videography of nature and wildlife.
  • Be watchful of venomous snakes and Leopard. They can be lethal also.
  • In case of Leopard sighting, inform Forest Officials.

Don't do

  • Do not walk other than designated trek/path.
  • Do not disturb the wild animals.
  • Do not carry fire arms/ammunition.
  • No littering will be allowed in any parts of the Sanctuary.
  • Do not smoke and litter in the forest.
  • Do not make noise or play music.
  • Do not carry polythene/plastic bags/ plastic water bottles.
  • Visit is at permit holder’s risk.
  • Do not feed & tease wild animals.
  • Avoid use of flash while taking snaps.
  • Do not pluck the flowers or harm the plants.
  • Do not leave children alone.
  • Do not use perfumes.
  • Consumption of Alcohol is prohibited.

Important Note

  • The trekking in the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary is being organized by the Department of Forest & Wildlife, Chandigarh Administration in order to sensitize the public towards importance of Wildlife Conservation.
  • All the participants are requested to maintain all discipline and abide by all the terms & conditions laid down by the Department.
  • Entry will be given based on the acknowledgment slip with valid ID proof (if asked for). You are encouraged to show it in your mobile phone. Do not print, unless it is unavoidable.
  • Maximum 250 persons will be allowed on ‘First Come First Serve’ basis to participate in the trekking. Final list of participants will be emailed.
  • Person with chronic disease or heart ailments or those with problem in climbing are advised not to participate in this trek, in case there is any casualty due to health issues, department will not be responsible for this.
  • In case of bad weather, trekking may be cancelled.

Register For Event

Before register please read instructions & important Notes.

Due to administrative reasons, the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary will remain closed until further order

Important Update: 

  • Registration for the trekking scheduled on 08th November, 2025 will open tomorrow, 05.11.2025 at 10:00 AM

Note: The trekking will be conducted on 03.10.2025, 05.10.2025, 25.10.2025 and 26.10.2025

Register For Event

Important Note:- Maximum 250 Persons Will Be Allowed On 'First Come First Serve' Basis To Participate In The Trekking 

Note:- In Light Of The Leopard Sighting In The Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary, The Department Of Forests & Wildlife Will Be Taking All The Necessary Measures To Ensure For Safety and Security Of All The Trekkers Who Are Visiting The Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary. 

Tips for Trekking

  • Please assemble at Nepli entrance gate, GPS- 30.753551, 76.844291 (near Saketri Mahadev Mandir), 30 minutes in advance.
  • For better sighting of wild animals, it is advisable that no noise should be created while trekking.
  • If any wild animal comes across while trekking, then the wild animal should not be disturbed by the trekkers. Do not stare or make eye to eye contact with wild animals.
  • Trekkers are advised to keep sun glasses and caps for comfort.
  • It is advisable not to take kids (of age less than 10 years) for trekking.
  • Trekkers are also advised to keep Backpack/Hiking Bag and water bottles in the bag as there is only one point in the mid of the trek where water shall be made available by the Department.
  • Enjoy the beautiful nature and help us in conservation & protection of wildlife
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