Nagarhole - Rajiv Gandhi National Park (Generically known as Kabini) - Situated at 200/220 kms from Bangalore and 60-80 kms from Mysore, Nagarhole (popularly known as 'Kabini") represents one of the best park experiences in India. Coracle ride, elephant training camp visit & elephant ride, boat ride, Jeep safaris comprise some of the activities in and around the park area.

Set around Kabini river reservoir, Nagarhole is a wholesome experience for guests. 

Tiger and Leopards are spotted infrequently, however Bison, Gaur, Elephant herds and crocodile can be spotted in large numbers.  

A high canopy of trees- up to thirty metres tall in some places- harbours rare birds such as the endangered Malabar trogon, the Malabar pied hornbill and the crested hawk-eagle. Jeeps safaris in Kabini are often a bird watchers delight and one able to spot easily number of species across length and breadth of the park.

Forest department conducts Jeep Safaris and Canter Safaris and Resorts here provide two safaris per day (Morning and late afternoon - 3 hours each). Elephant safaris are provided at the Elephant training camp.

Backwaters of River Kabini

Jungle Lodges in Kabini - Lodges in Kabini are situated in three areas. 

• Karapura area is closer to the park and allows guests much upclose wildlife experience with some even focusing on luxury. 

• Hunsur side accommodation are more like getaway resorts. Karapura side attracts wildlife and luxury profile whereas Hunsur side attracts getaway profile of guests. 

• Third side is the Churicad side in South Coorg near Thirunelly Temple (15 kms). Here guests get a mix of plantation and wildlife experience. 

Seasonality - Kabini offers an enchanting experience all through the year. However, during March, April and May, when the season is the driest, most of the elephants of the surrounding forests converge to take advantage of the back waters of river Kabini, and to feed on the grass growing on the dried out surface. This is when you can view the largest congregation of Asiatic wild elephants, anywhere in the world. 

During the rainy season, i.e., July, August & September, the trees will be at their greenest best, with fewer animals visible. During the other months, a fair number of a variety of wildlife including birds can be sighted

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