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Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary - Bandipur National Park
(886 sq. km) is located in the Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka
and lies adjacent to the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Once the game
reserve of maharajas of Mysore have now become popular for those interested
for wild life tours in India.
In the Bandipur wildlife sanctuary you will find Elephants, spotted
Dear, Sambar, four Hornes Antelope, Nilgiri Langur and Sloth Bear, Indian
Grey Mongoose, Giant squirrel.
But this wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka
is known for its Tigers and is a part of the WWF's Projects Tiger sites.
The forest cover abounds in vegetation like Teak, Honne, Tadasalu, Mathi,Nandi,
Rosewood, Sandalwood, Bamboo, Nelli, Kooli, Dindalu, Kadu Tega, Bende,
Randia and Flame.
The nearest railway station is Nanjangud (55 km). The traveler can
come via Mysore or Ooty, which would be a better option.
For Wildlife Sanctuary in Bandipur tour the forest authorities provide jeeps and
vans to get around the park.
The tourist also has the option of elephant
rides for an hour going deep into the forest.
For accommodation in Bandipur there are Forest rest houses and other
private hotels and resorts.
The park is one of the best-managed Tiger Reserves and all the tourists
interested in south India tours should not miss it.
The Bandipur National Park in Karnataka has warm climate for most part of the year
(24 - 28 C) with brief winter that lasts from October to January with
the temperature around 19 C. Monsoon season is erratic and rains from
June to September.
The scrub forests towards the eastern limits of the park are comprised of small trees, interspersed with bushes and open lush green patches.
Towards its northwestern edge, there is a measured shift in the plants from open dry deciduous forests to tropical mixed deciduous forests. These diverse habitats support an enormous diversity of animal life.
When Bandipur begins to open out in all its beauty the birds begin their breeding activities. The air becomes filled with their melodious calls.
Sprouting grass in the meadows and view lines attract elephants.
The backwaters of the Kabini Reservoir in the northwestern portion of the park host huge flock of large mammals.
This unique feature makes a breathtaking sight, and is nearly the only one of its kind in Asia.
Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary lies amidst the picturesque landscape of the meeting point of the Deccan Plateau and the majestic Western Ghat mountains.
It is located in Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka. Gifted with a comfortable climate and varied geographical features, the park has a remarkable variety of flora and fauna, making it an absolute heaven for wildlife.
India Tour Guides provides information on Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary and
offers online booking for South India Wildlife Experience Tours, for
further queries or hotel booking please fill up the form given below
Contact us for Prior Booking at our 24 Hours desk on the following
mobile Nos: +91-99428 99555 , 98424 30308 , 99425 87000 .
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