Here’s a detailed guide to the Anashi Ghat, a stunning yet lesser-known ghat section located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. This ghat is part of the Western Ghats and is renowned for its dense forests, wildlife, and serene driving experience.
🏞️ Anashi Ghat Overview
Feature
Details
Location
Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka
Ghat Connects
Dandeli / Joida region to Karwar (coastal) area
Road Type
State Highway, passes through Anshi (Anashi) Wildlife Sanctuary
Ghat Section
Lies on the Dandeli – Anashi – Kaiga – Karwar route
Region
Part of Kali Tiger Reserve and Western Ghats biosphere
🌳 Ecological Importance
Anashi Ghat lies in the heart of the Anshi (Anashi) Wildlife Sanctuary, now a part of the Kali Tiger Reserve.
It is one of the richest biodiversity zones in India.
🌿 Flora
Evergreen and semi-evergreen rainforests
Bamboo groves, wild banana, teak, and medicinal plants
🐘 Fauna
Tigers, leopards, elephants, bison (gaur)
Malabar giant squirrel, hornbills, king cobras
Rich birdlife: Malabar pied hornbill, great hornbill, paradise flycatcher
🚗 How to Reach Anashi Ghat
✅ From Dandeli
Distance: ~50 km
Route: Dandeli → Kulgi → Anashi → Kaiga → Karwar
Travel Time: ~1.5–2 hours
✅ From Karwar (coast)
Distance: ~55–60 km
Route: Karwar → Kaiga → Anashi → Dandeli
Travel Time: ~2 hours
Note: The road climbs through thick forest with sharp curves and scenic vistas
📍 Nearby Attractions
Place
Description
Anshi / Anashi Wildlife Sanctuary
Now part of Kali Tiger Reserve; eco-tourism zone
Dandeli
Adventure hub with rafting, kayaking, jungle safaris
Kavala Caves
Limestone caves near Dandeli with historic and religious significance
Kaiga
Site of the Kaiga Nuclear Power Plant
Karwar Beach
Coastal destination with serene beaches and seafood
Sykes Point
Stunning cliff viewpoint (entry with permission near Kaiga)
🌧️ Climate & Best Time to Visit
Season
Notes
Monsoon (Jun–Sept)
Heavy rainfall, misty and magical, but slippery roads
Post-monsoon (Oct–Feb)
Best time — cool weather, lush greenery, better road safety
Summer (Mar–May)
Hot in lowlands but pleasant in forested ghat area
⚠️ Travel Tips
Concern
Tip
Wildlife
Animals may cross roads — drive slow, especially early morning/evening
Mobile Signal
Weak or no signal in forest stretch
Fuel
Fill up in Dandeli or Karwar – no petrol pumps in the ghat area
Permits
Some areas like Sykes Point need special permission from authorities
Food & Stay
Homestays and jungle resorts available in Dandeli or Kulgi
