| Animal Sightings:
If any animal rules Kabini, it is the elephant. The forest reserve has the single largest congregation of Asiatic elephants (estimated at around 6,000). Besides elephants, you are likely to spot langurs, chital, sambar, bison, sloth bear, pythons, crocodile; and if you are lucky tiger and leopard. The reserve is also home to around 250 species of bird life. The best wildlife sightings are between November and June.
Activities:
Go on a jeep safari for wildlife sighting; or opt for an elephant safari (available at Sunkadakatte) for a truly unique experience. A third option for exploring wildlife is by boat or coracle along the river. Various lodges can arrange for a nature walk, however, you should be accompanied by a guide.
Tourism Info:
KSTDC
Badami House
Opposite City Corporation Office
NR Square, Bangalore - 560 002
Tel: 080-2275869, 2275883, 2212098
Kabini is one of the most popular wildlife destinations of Karnataka,
probably because of its easy accessibility, lush green landscape
surrounding a large picturesque lake, and fantastic sightings of large
herds of elephants. It is 80 km away from Mysore and 205 km from Bangalore, and comprises the south-eastern part of Nagarole National Park.
Situated on the banks of River Kabini, this forest reserve is spread
over 55 acres of forestland, steep valleys, and water bodies.
Once a private hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Mysore,
Kabini was a popular shikar hotspot for British Viceroys and Indian
royalty. Now it is considered to be one of the best wildlife
sanctuaries in Karnataka, famous for its spectacular wildlife and bird life. |
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