Wildlife in Karnataka : Bandipur National Park (Project Tiger) - 44

The 874.20 sq. kms. Bandipur National Park, situated in the Mysore district which is also a Tiger Reserve with its open grassy woodland, lies to the south of the Kabini River while Nagarhole, 643.39 sq. kms. in area, to the north of the river, has taller and denser forests. Bandipur, lying in the shadow of the Western Ghats, is one of the finest habitats of the Asian elephant. Drained by the Moyar River, its open forest makes it easy for visitors to see the elephant and gaur in natural surroundings.

When to visit: March to August

Where to stay:

Hotel Mayura Prakruti, (KSTDC), Tel. : 0821 - 633001, M.C. Resorts, Tel. : 0821 - 633044. Bush Betta, Tel. : 080 - 2244795, Tusker Trails Tel. : 0821 - 636055. Also, the Forest Department of Govt. of Karnataka provides accommodation in the sanctuary.

How to get there:

By Air:

The nearest airport is Bangalore (220 kms.)

By Rail:

The nearest rail head is Mysore (80 kms.)

By Road:

It is 220 kms. from Bangalore and 80 kms. from Mysore

Contact:

Field Director, Project Tiger, Mysore, Tel. : 0821 - 480901

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