25 kms from Agartala,  Sepahijala wildlife sanctuary encompasses an area of 18.532 km. More than 150 species of residential birds, migratory birds can be seen here. Additionally it has an  orchid garden, boating facilities, botanical garden, zoo, elephant joy-rides, rubber and coffee plantations. The added incentive for animal-lovers is the presence of the famous spectacled monkey which is now a rare species.