In
Karnataka, the two attractive wildlife parks of Nagarhole and Bandipur,
though separate entities, are part of a larger contiguous wildlife reserve
that includes the Mudumalai Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu and the Wynad Reserve in
Kerala. Both the parks are easily accessible from Mysore.
A dam on the Kabini and its picturesque reservoir separate the two parks.
In the dense moist deciduous forests of this area the upper canopy reaches
heights of 30m and valuable hardwoods like teak and rosewood are also to be
found here.
The 874.20 sq. km. Bandipur National Park, which is also a Tiger Reserve,
with its open grassy woodland, lies to the south of the Kabini River while
Nagarhole, 643.39 so. km. 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.
Best Time to Visit
March - August
Accommodation
Forest Lodges, Cottages, Forest Rest Houses
Nearest Town
Gundulpet (20 km)
