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Bandipur Tiger Reserve
About:
Bandipur National Park established in 1974 as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger, is a national park located in the south Indian state of Karnataka. It was once a private hunting reserve for the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Mysore but has now been upgraded to Bandipur Tiger Reserve.
Sanctuary :
Tiger Reserve
Area :
Bandipur 87,420 hectares
Year Of Establishment :
1974
Address of the Official Incharge :
Sandalkopti-Premises, Aranya Bhavan,Ashokpuram
Phone No :
0821-480901, 484980(R)
Fax No :
0821-480901
Email :
fdptrm@sancharnet.in
Temperatures :
winter min °C & summer max 28 °C
Nearest Town :
Mysore 80 kilometers (50 mi)
Time to Visit :
April to October.
Animal in Bandipur Tiger Reserve
Tiger, Asian Elephant, Leopards, Dholes, Gaur
Resorts in Bandipur Tiger Reserve
Tiger Ranch
Plan your next holiday or conference in a wild deep jungle ......at Bandipur. Yes, we mean âTiger Ranchâ which is situated in a dense bamboo grove. Tiger Ranch has been established as a model of the tribal village of the ancient Kurba sect who have been jungle dwellers for centuries. As any tribal village all the cottages and the restaurant are made of bamboo thatch.Tiger Ranch has its own campfire which is lighted the entire night like in the ancient Kurba villages. Just imagine the excitement and thrill of driving past a few herds of deer, sambhars and elephants through 4 Kms of lush green forest, the last 1 km of which is a jungle mud track, to reach the most exclusive wildlife resort âTIGER RANCHâ.The shooting for Ram Gopal Vermaâs film âJungleâ was done here. The unit comprising of Sunil Shetty,Urmila, Fardeen Khan stayed at TigerRanch for 45 days.
Tusker Trail Resort
Bandipur National Park used to be the private game reserve of the Maharajas of Mysore. pioneering a concept-of bringing you closer to nature- has been conceived by a couple with great passion and appreciation for the wilderness. They are none other than Maharani Kumari Vishalakshi Devi and her husband Kanwar Gajendra Singh of auwa. At Tusker Trails Great care has been taken to make your stay comfortable and unforgettable yet very near to nature. Zoological garden and Trekking : You can find everything from avifauna to hyenas, panthers, neel gay, etc in the Bannerghatta National Park. The 25,000 acre park is home to panthers, lions, tigers and a large variety of birds. Wander through the Zoological Garden, with its canopy of shady and sturdy trees, find a quiet resting spot beside a pond and watch waterfowl frolic, also facilities to rest, pinic are also available in the park premises.
Bandipur Safari Lodge
Bandipur National Park: Nestled well amidst the towering Western Ghat Mountains on the Mysore-Ooty highway, the Deccan Plateau houses one of the first Tiger Reserves of the country - The Bandipur National Park. Situated in Karnataka, the Bandipur National Park includes the neighbouring wildlife sanctuaries of Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu and Wayanad in Kerala
Country Club India's Wildlife Resort
Country Club Indiaâs Wildlife Resort Bandipur is an exotic Resort situated just 4 km off the Bangalore-Ooty Highway, this country club Indiaproperty is nestled in the heavenly Mangala Valley and hotels in Bandipur surrounded by the lush forests of Bandipur, that are home to the most exotic fauna and flora. Realizing its unique and immense importance, especially for the preservation of the tigers, the government declared Bandipur as Project Tiger Reserve in 1973. This pleasing Wildlife Resort, country club Indiaâs hotels in Bandipur property can be made used for Safari and get-together of families and friends, overabundance of other amusing features adds spirit to the wide range of enjoyment at country club Indiaâs Bandipur resort. Bandipur Hotels are among some of the most sought after destinations for most of the visitors to this national park. Bandipur hotels also provide the best facilities for all the visitors. And among all the Bandipur hotels the country club Indiaâs wildlife resort is the best option for everyone.
Dholes Den Resort
Dholes Den resort is an eco-friendly Lodge and luxurious gateway to the Bandipur National Park. The name Dhole's Den is derived from the Dhole, the Asiatic wild dog (Cuon alpinus). Dholes Den resort is the first Lodge in the district and in the Bandipur national park to utilse alternative energy by a wind-solar hybrid solution
Cicada Resort
Cicada Resorts at Bandipur is is located at the foothills of the Nilgiri mountain range in Chamarajanagar district. The resort lies in close proximity to the Bandipur National Park and is approximately 80 km from Mysore, which is the nearest airport and major railway station. The resort is 222 km from Bangalore, via Mysore.
Travel Information for Bandipur Tiger Reserve
General Information :
Light cotton clothing is recommended for summers whereas light woolen garments are recommended for the brief winters. During rainy season, it is advisable to carry raincoats, as the rain is accompanied by a light breeze that renders umbrellas useless.
Location :
Karnataka
Best Time To Visit :
Between April to October.
How to Reach Bandipur Tiger Reserve
By Air :
The nearest airport is at Bangalore which is 220 km from Bandipur.
By Rail :
Mysore is nearest railhead, at a distance of 80-kms.
By Road :
220 km from Bangalore, 80 km from Mysore and 80 kms from Ooty.
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