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BANDIPUR
NATIONAL
PARK
This
stretches along the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border and lies on the Mysore-Ooty
highway. It has an excellent internal network of roads through its
hilly, forested landscape, and the many water holes and salt licks,
provide wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing. Not the easiest
place to spot the big cat, it is one of the larges habitats in south
India for the elephant which may be encountered regularly. There are
good chances of spotting wild dog, gaur, spotted deer,
sambar, barking deer, chausingha, bonnet macaques and the
giant squirrel. The elephant
rides are a wonderful way to get a feel of the jungle and view the
birdlife.
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General
Information |
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Altitude
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680-1454 metres.
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Climate
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Winter
minimum 11, Summer maximum 3o degrees. Monsoon from June to
September. |
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Access |
Nearest
town is Gundulpet, 20 km away and 58 km from Mysore on the main
road to Ooty. Nearest railway station is Nanjungud, 55 and airport
Mysore, 80 km away. |
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Best Time
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Open
throughout the year but best from March to July or September to
October when park is lush green.
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Where to Stay
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Bush
Betta Wildlife Adventue Resort
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Suggested
Programme
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Day
01
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BANGALORE
/ BANDIPUR (220 km)
Depart for Bandipur by car. Late afternoon jeep excursion into
the park to view wildlife.
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DAY
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BANDIPUR
/ MUDUMALAI / BANDIPUR
Morning depart for Mudumalai by car. Game viewing on elephant
back. Later return to Bandipur. Late afternoon jeep safari into
the park for wildlife photography.
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03
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BANDIPUR
/ BANGALORE
Depart for Bangalore by car.
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For
further information and reservation please contact
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