Bandipur National Park is located in Karnataka, South India. This park is famous for its wildlife riches. The park covers 874 square km, which covers many endangered species of animals and flora. Bandipur National Park along with Mudumalai National Park, Wayanad National Park and Nagarhole National Park forms the Nilgiri biosphere reserve. This reserve is the largest protected area in South India and the region with highest number of wild elephants in South Asia.
The park is located on the Mysore – Ooty highways. This keeps the park on the route that is covered by numerous tourists, every year. The park has considerable amount of tigers and elephants. Karnataka and Tamil Nadu control this park together. The Tamil Nadu side of the park is called as Mudhumalai reserve. Bandipur national park is recommended for the recognition as a heritage site.
This park suits people who love nature, photography and adventure. Many adventure activities are available within the park. Many resorts and lodges near the park provide packages that include many activities inside the park that are not usually available to all visitors.
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Different Areas in the Park:
The park is located in a place where the Deccan plateau joins with the Western Ghats. The park’s altitude ranges from 680m to 1,454m.
East–
This region is comprised of major forest area and scrub jungle. The forest area of the park contains dry deciduous trees and moist deciduous trees. The shurblands of the park is filled with many flowering plants. Best place for birdwatching. Spotting carnivorous animals is easier here.
Central region –
This region has Nugu River which is famous for spotting animals. HimavadGopalaswamy Betta summit is located in this region. This is the highest summit in the park. This summit is famous among trekkers and pilgrims. People trek to the peak to get a panoramic view of the park. There is a Hindu temple in the summit. Sandalwood trees are found here. Elephants are common near the hill due to presence of many watering holes.
North West –
This region is famous for Kabini reservoir.It is a major water source in the park. This is the spot to find animals during summer. The forest region in this area is dominated by dry deciduous forest and tropical forest. The place will be lush during monsoon season.
South –
Moyar River runs in this region. This is the best spot to find many animals. Deers, elephants, bison, squirrels, jungle cat and other animals are found in this region.
North –
This region covers the river and backwater of Kabini. Two streams are also found in this region.Boating and birdwatching are common in this region. When the river dries up in the summer, birds can be spotted in large groups. You can spot many fishes too. Bicycle tours are available in this region.
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Wildlife Bandipur Safari Timings
The bus safari is available between 6:30 am and 9:00 am and between 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Jeep safari is available from 6:00 am to 9:00am and from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Note : No safari is allowed after 6:00pm in the evening. The safari timings and duration changes with season, weather conditions, crowd and availability of vehicles.
How to Reach Bandipur National Park
The nearest international airport is located in Bangalore, which is 255 km away from the park. A lot of cars and buses are available from Bangalore to reach Bandipur. Coimbatore airport is located just 84 km away from the park.
Nearest railway station is located in Mysore which is just 80 km away from the city. Bandipur is connected with a lot of cities and states through railways. From railway station, cabs or buses can be hired to reach the park or Bandipur.
Private and government buses run from all major cities in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to Bandipur. Cabs can be hired from any major city to reach Bandipur. The road route via Mandyaand Ramanagar is in good condition with four-lane road. The road route via Kanakpura and Malavalli is just a double road. Road route via Mysore is a six-lane bypass road. It is the most opted one.
Distance between major cities and Bandipur National Park
Mysore and Bandipur national park – 80 km
Bangalore and Bandipur national park – 220 km
Ooty and Bandipur national park – 80 km
Coorg and Bandipur national park – 200 km
Wayanad and Bandipur national park – around 80 km
Calicut and Bandipur national park – about 140 km
Kabiniand Bandipur national park – 94 km
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