Spread over 52 sq km, this serene area is a treat for bird watchers and nature lovers. The sanctuary shelters the Himalayan black bear, red panda, civet cat and many varieties of birds and butterflies. It is a great place to see several species of laughing thrush including Red-faced Liocichla. The binturong or bear-cat is a rare civet noted here. Besides, several rare flora including wild orchids and rhododendrons can be spotted here.

The sanctuary is open to the visitors from 10:00 to 16:00 hrs and the best season to visit is March to late May and September to mid-December.