NAGARHOLE TIGER RESERVE
Jungle Info
It has two major areas (gates) where the forest department conducts Safaris and also where majority resorts are situated. One is near the Antharasanthe in Mysore District (Red Earth is very close to this gate) and other is near Kutta (or Hunsur) inCoorg district. Both the gates are separated by approximately 50kms (approx one hour drive). It starts near Hunsur by the entrance gate to Nagarhole (northern part while Kabini is in the southern part) and that location is called Veeranahosahalli, Karnataka and can be searched by that name on Google Maps (or geeky guys like us can use this Lat/Lng info which is [12.170584, 76.197681]) and is approx 20 kms from Hunsur Town. It also picks up people from the Nagarhole Office Reception area which is inside the forest and approx 15kms from the Kutta side of the Nagarhole. which suits travelers staying at the Kutta/Coorg Side.
Other Attractions
It has two major areas (gates) where the forest department conducts Safaris and also where majority resorts are situated. One is near the Antharasanthe in Mysore District (Red Earth is very close to this gate) and other is near Kutta (or Hunsur) inCoorg district. Both the gates are separated by approximately 50kms (approx one hour drive). It starts near Hunsur by the entrance gate to Nagarhole (northern part while Kabini is in the southern part) and that location is called Veeranahosahalli, Karnataka and can be searched by that name on Google Maps (or geeky guys like us can use this Lat/Lng info which is [12.170584, 76.197681]) and is approx 20 kms from Hunsur Town. It also picks up people from the Nagarhole Office Reception area which is inside the forest and approx 15kms from the Kutta side of the Nagarhole. which suits travelers staying at the Kutta/Coorg Side.
Nearby Gates
Bangalore - Nagarhole ( 220 km / 5 hours )
-On Day 1, we will pick you up from either the Bangalore Railway Station / Bangalore Airport, or the Hotel you are staying at. We will then proceed to Nagarahole by car to see the wildlife safari. On arrival we will check in and proceed for the buffet lunch. Coffee or Tea will be served at 03:00 PM. At 03.30 PM drive to forest to experience the wildlife safari to spot tigers and also explore other wildlife species. We will return to lodge at 06.30 hrs. Enjoy at the Campfire for a while and have Dinner. Overnight Stay at the lodge for a sound sleep.
Nagarhole National park
-Early in the morning, we will serve Coffee / tea will be served at 06.15 AM in the morning. Then we Proceed to the wildlife safari and explore the wildlife after which we will then return to camp. Breakfast at 10.00 AM after which you have time for leisure. Buffet lunch at 01.45 PM. Proceed for the afternoon wildlife safari in the jungles at 03.45 PM. Return to lodge at 06.30 PM. Witness wildlife film and exchange stories with the jungle warden. Campfire, Dinner & Overnight Stay.
Nagarhole- Bangalore
-After morning Coffee / Tea proceed for checkout at 11.00 AM. Drive to Bangalore
Transportation By Bus
Transportation By Air
Transportation By Train
Latitude-Longitude
12.04907850901855, 76.15331176136785
Safari Timing
- Morning 05:30--09:30
- Afternoon 02:30--05:30
Seasonal Timing
- Summer 05:00--09:00
Weather
- Summer33
Forest Features
Nagarhole – is situated near Bangalore. Nagarahole is named after Nagarahole (Cobra river in the local language, Kannada), a winding river which runs eastwards through its centre. Situated in the districts of Mysore and Kodagu (Coorg) in the state of Karnataka.
Flora and Fauna
Flora
The vegetation in this park predominantly comprises of moist, tropical and mixed deciduous forest, with some portions being the dry deciduous type. Rosewood, Sandalwood, Teakwood and Silver Oak are some of the more commercially important and easily available trees in this area. Dry deciduous trees include Indian Kino Tree, Crepe myrtle, Grewiatilaefolia, Crocodile Bark and Axlewood. Apart from these Cotton tree, Golden shower tree, Kadam, Tick clover, Ficus, India gooseberry, Tadasalu (Grewia tilaefolia) Horse nettles, Lantana, Bonesets, Mathi (Terminalia tomentosa), Honne (Pterocarpus marsupium) Nandi (Lagerstroemia lanceolata), and Clumping bamboo etc. can also be found germinating here.
Fauna
The park is also full of herbivorous animals like Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Four-Horned Antelope, Sambar, Elephant, Gaur and Wild Boar. Bamboo thickets and luxurious forests provide the perfect backdrop to watch elephants happily roaming in their natural surroundings. Other commonly available mammals include Mongoose, Giant Flying Squirrel, Slender Loris, Bonnet Macaque, Porcupine, Mouse-Deer, Jackal, Pangolin and Hare.
Activity
Trekking in Nagarhole
This is one of the best activities for all age groups and types of people that does not involves great will power and strength. It is also a great way to unwind and learn a lot about nature in the most natural way. A walk along the Nagarhole National Park though the verdure forests, gives a feel of lush nature. You can hear the birds chirping in their habitat away from the traffic noises and busy life. You may spot some really great species in the distance while doing bird watching of various species.
Bella Elephant Camping
There is a place where elephants are trained. There is space for doing other activities so you can also watch the elephants while their mahouts are taking them for rounds. These huge creatures would like to see the people and there are very few people taking an elephant ride on their back. It is mostly only the trainers who are sitting on their back. Moreover, there are various activities to do here such as a bonfire, staying at a boutique resort and admiring River Kabini.
