Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in Karnataka, Nagarhole is a stunning landscape of dense moist deciduous forests, bamboo thickets, grassy swamps, and winding streams. Teak and rosewood trees dominate, creating a lush canopy. The Kabini backwaters add a magical element, often attracting large congregations of elephants. The park is also home to tigers, leopards, dholes, and a rich birdlife that thrives in its varied habitats, making Nagarhole one of South India’s finest wildlife reserves.

Nagarhole (Rajiv Gandhi National Park) in Karnataka is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere and is known for its healthy population of tigers and leopards, alongside wild dogs, sloth bears, and elephants. Large herds of gaur, chital, and sambar dominate the grasslands, while giant squirrels and langurs animate the treetops. Over 270 species of birds have been recorded, including Malabar trogon, Malabar grey hornbill, crested hawk eagle, and various woodpeckers. Its rivers and lakes host marsh crocodiles and otters.

Safari Timings:

• Morning: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM
• Evening: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
   

Key Info:

• Open: Year-round (best wildlife sightings in summer, March–May).
• Rich in elephants, tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and bird species.
• Jeep safaris & boat safaris on Kabini River.

Nagarhole National Park Fact

• Location of Nagarhole: Kodagu & Mysore Districts, Karnataka
• Nearest Access to Nagarhole: Mysore (94 km), Bangalore (220 km)
• Coverage Area of Nagarhole: 643-sq-kms
• Climate of Nagarhole: Winter: 14°C – 27°C, Summer: 30°C – 39°C
• Major Wildlife Attraction in Nagarhole: Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Dhole, Sloth Bear, Bison, Marsh Crocodile, Over 250 bird species
• Best Time to Visit Nagarhole: November to May