A wildlife safari is a must at the Kabini River Lodge. Take the jeep safari through the Nagarhole National Park where you are bound to see herds of elephants grazing, wild dogs, bisons, deer, peacocks, wild boars a variety of birds and maybe if you're lucky, those elusive big cats: the tiger and the panther.

A safari on elephant back is another experience altogether. You feel as if you're sailing on a slightly turbulent sea and yet you know you are in a forest. Since the animals are used to having elephants around, you don't disturb them either.

Spend some time in the watchtower and watch as a mind-boggling variety of wildlife comes down to the water hole.

Ride a coracle. An ancient form of transport in South India, the coracle is made of animal hide and requires some skill to manipulate and some daring to attempt.

A motorboat cruise would give you a chance to take a look at the wild life, aquatic birds and even a few crocodiles. Sailboats and paddleboats are also available.

Another must do is nature walk for that feel of the forest which would long linger in your memory.

For an unhurried visitor, there are a few places to see in and around Kabini River Lodge. One could pay a visit to the Nagarhole National Park and also the Kabini Reservoir. It would also be a wonderful idea to drive across the Karnataka-Kerala border to enjoy the vista of unending forests. One could also visit the Bandipur National Park.