Nagarhole National Park Attractions
The Park is one of the best know wildlife reserves in Karnataka and summons tourists from all over the country to have an adventurous time with nature and wildlife. Set up in 1955, the park is enriched with green forest cover, small streams, spectacular valleys and waterfalls.
How to Reach Nagarhole National Park
Nagarhole National Park is situated in Karnataka, adjacent the Kabini reservoir and covers an area of around 643.39 sq. km. The Park mostly consists of deciduous forest and grassy swamps. A number of flora and fauna makes it a rich tropical national park of Karnataka.
By Air
The nearest airport to Nagarhole national park is in Mysore around a distance of 98 km. Mysore connects flights to Bengaluru.
Bangalore also known as Bengaluru is the closest international airport from the park at a distance of 268 km. Flights to major Indian and International cities operate from Bengaluru.
Taxis can be hired to reach Nagarhole National Park from Mysore and Bengaluru.
By Train
The nearest railway station is again in Mysore at a distance of 87 km. Trains from major cities in the country are linked with Mysore. Buses and taxis are available from Mysore to reach the Nagarhole National Park.
By Road
Nagarhole National Park is well linked to various cities and towns of Karnataka by road. Private and state transport buses operate daily from Bengaluru and Mysore to reach HD Kote bus station which is approximately 30 km from the park; from here taxis can be hired.
Taxi fare from Bangalore to Nagarhole National Park is around approximately 4500 to 5000 rupees and from Mysore to Nagarhole National Park its 1500 to 2000 rupees approximately.
Activities in Nagarhole National Park
Diverse environment of the park is noticeable from the park's flora and fauna. Animals like the four-horned antelope, civet, sloth bear, spotted deer, flying fox, elephant, tiger, panther, leopard, gaur, sambhar, black-naped hare, wild boar, bonnet macaque, pangolin, etc freely dwell in this park.
Crawlers like cobras, mugger crocodiles, kraits, vipers, pythons and various species of lizards can be found here too. One can also spot rare species of birds like little cormorant, scarlet minivet, malabar whistling thrush, blue-bearded bee-eater, etc. This park is a great place for animal lovers and bird watchers.
Nagarhole Safaris
The Jungle Safari is a must. Accompanied by a guide, visitors are likely to spot many birds, reptiles and animals. There is a fair chance of spotting large animal like the tiger, leopard, gaur and elephants. The boat ride and safari on the Kabini Lake is another way to explore and enjoy over a hundred species of birds near the beauty of the lake waters.
The Boat Safari can be done in a Coracle (a round native boat) too. Short excursions and trek around the forest can be arranged too with prior permission.
Tourist Places near Nagarhole National Park
Kutta (7 km)
Nagarhole National Park - Entry Fee, Timing, Address, Official Website | |
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| Address | Nagarhole National Park, Kodagu, Karnataka |
| Entry Fee : | Entry Fee for Indians : 300 Rs. Entry Fee for Foreigners : 1100 Rs. |
| Timings : | Visiting Hours - 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - 4:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Phone No (Official) | +91- 9953356850 |
| Official Website | www.nagarahole.com |
| Photography allowed or not | Allowed |
| Camera Fee : | 50 Rs. |
| Nearest railway station | Mysore jn train station Junction |
Last Updated on : May 21, 2015
