Karnataka - Wildlife wonders

Bandipur National Park

Established by the Mysore Maharajas in 1931, this park nestling in the foothills of Nilgiris has a bewildering variety of wildlife which can be watched on elephant back at close quarters. Rare species of animals and birds can be seen in this natural habitat. You can do Elephant and Jeep safari here.

Kabini River Lodge

A special jungle resort for nature lovers where one can wake up to the chirping of birds, take an early morning coracle - ride, partake steaming hot meals at an open to winds thatch roofed dining hall, take a jeep ride into dense forest, take a walk with a naturalist guide and sit around a camp fire at dinner time and enjoy the local dancing. You can also take Coracle ride here.

Nagarhole National Park

This park is perfect get away for nature lovers. You can find herds of elephants walking majestically, wild boar disappearing into the undergrowth monkeys greeting you from tree tops, spotted deer darting across, shy sambhar strolling by, burly bisons charging and the leopard moving in a blur, in this animal country.

Cauvery Fishing Camp

This camp is paradise for anglers. Masheer , the finest game fish is found here. This land also has colorful festivals and fairs, music, exotic dance forms and delicious cuisine.