Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Mudumalai - Masinagudi


The Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, now also declared a Tiger Reserve, lies on the northwestern side of the Nilgiri Hills. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary has varied mixture of flat land, open grassland, undulating parkland, swamp, valleys and nullas. Mudumalai is famous for its elephant habitat and this is one of India's best sanctuaries. It is sandwiched between the Bandipur and Anamalai Sanctuaries. Mudumalai, which means 'first hills’, is one of the first wildlife sanctuaries established in India.


Bandipur National Park is an attractive forest reserve situated in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It is one of the most fascinating Wildlife Sanctuary in India. Bandipur is about 220 km from Bangalore and only 80 km from Mysore. One such wonderful destination is the Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary which has thousands of varieties of flora and fauna in the beautiful forests and is a truly mesmerizing experience in itself. There are three beautiful rivers that flow through the Bandipur sanctuary. Bandipur is truly heaven on Earth for nature lovers.


One can visit a picturesque hill retreat; Himvad Gopalaswamy Hills is truly a nature lover's delight and is popularly known as Gopalaswamy Betta. The Gopalswami temple is located on top of the Himvad Gopalswamy betta. Gopalswami Betta hills are a trekker's delight and a popular holiday resort too.


Nagarhole Wildlife Adventure

Nagarahole used to be the private hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Mysore and was converted to a 285 sq kms Wildlife sanctuary in 1955. It was expanded and achieved National Park status in 1983.

Wildlife in India abounds in this national park. Scientific research discovered that ungulates and primates attain a density of 91 animals per sq kms. in this park Among the favorite sightings are those of wild Asian elephants, Gaur (Indian bison) - the largest wild oxen in the world, spotted deer, barking deer, mouse deer, Sambar, sloth-bears, marsh crocodiles, otters, dhole or Indian wild dogs, leopards and tigers. Interestingly, the mouse deer, found only in Sri Lanka and South India, is a solitary nocturnal animal that kills and eats other small animals.

Nagarahole is one of the finest habitats for the Royal Bengal Tiger. Nagarahole boasts of the having the highest density of Bengal Tiger in the world. Some experts also believe that it is the best place in India to see the leopard. Leopard sightings are reported on a fairly regular basis.

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Dandeli Wildlife Adventure


Nestling some very rare animal and birds it is an unspoilt, untouched and unexplored treasure of wildlife that is sure to leave you spellbound. The calm and peaceful Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is reputed as the largest Karnataka Wildlife sanctuary. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary abounds with a richness of Flora and Fauna. The forest in Dandeli is a typical moist deciduous and semi evergreen type, with pockets of ever green.

The sanctuary is generally undulating with steep slopes with picturesque deep river valleys and rich hilly forest terrains. Its richness and diversity offers ample opportunities to nature lovers to enjoy the captivating landscape. The breathtaking valleys, regal looking meandering rivers and the splendid scenic beauty of the syntheri rocks make it an awe inspiring experience.


The main wildlife species include elephant, tiger, leopard, gaur, flying squirrel, mouse deer etc., and main bird species include magpie robin, golden backed woodpecker, crested serpent eagle and a large variety of other birds. It is very famous for Wildlife Sanctuary, River Rafting, Syntheri rock and forest resorts.




Chikmagalur Camping

A major hill-station in the Chikmagalur District.Mullayanagiri is the highest mountain range in Karnataka, Kemmenagundi is also known as “KR Hill station”, named after the Wodeyar, King Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV. This King had made it his favourite summer camp. All the hill stations will provide us with different experiences. Chikmagalur is among the most visited places in Karnataka.



Embracing lofty hills, splendorous waterfalls, religious places, and having magnificent hill stations close by. It is well known for its tea and coffee estate. Nestling amidst Baba Budan Giri Hills, the town is at an altitude of 1037 m above sea level. From a tourist point of view, it is tough to find such a magnificent place in such solitary. Bhadra Wildlife sanctuary is another attraction in Chikmagalur.



About the Campsite:
Tucked deep inside Western Ghats, the camp lies at the very epicenter of one of world's richest bio-diversity hot-spot. Home to countless, magnificent species of birds, fishes and animals, the place is a true paradise for nature lovers. Six kilometers of the safe Bhadra river flows through this thousand acre camp which has been maintained and preserved so well, you would find it hard to believe its very existence. You will find no plastic here and everything we use at the camp is organic.


Give the place a chance to serve you a time you will remember as one of the best of your life. Watch a fisherman in the moonlight, spend the day fishing, trek through our well marked trekking routes or try your own personal coracle. The list of things you could do here are endless.


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Adventure At Coorg

Coorg is an ideal place for the trekkers to full fill their desire. They can travel around and can enjoy the natural beauty in the monsoon season. Coorg also known as Kodagu, was originally known as Kodaimalenadu is the southern district of Karnataka, bordering Kerala towards the west. This place is a treat for a true blue adventurer. This camp is on a bank of a river. While mounting, you have the full view of the hill ranges on the other side. Kayaking and swimming in the river, to rappelling down rock face, to trekking to the hills around, to indulging in night safari, this place will offer you to experience thrills. The nights will be enjoyable with a huge camp fire. Kayaking on moonlight is a novelty.This place is a treat for a true blue adventurer.


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Camping In Coorg

Coorg or Kodagu (originally called Kodaimalenadu) means 'dense forest on steep hill'. It is 252 kms from Bangalore and 1525 m above sea level. It is full of misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets. Coorg is on the Western Ghats.




Coorg is an ideal place for outdoor activities, food and shopping, angling, trekking, golf, white water rafting, and fairs and festivals. Adventure Bangalore is incomplete without a camp at Coorg.

It lies on Karnataka's southwestern end, covering an area of 4,102 sq km. It is nestled in verdant valleys, imposing mountains and teak wood forests. Coorg is known as Kodagu. The prominent peaks in Coorg are Kote Betta, Pushpagiri, Nishani Motte, Tumbe Male, Tadiyandamol (1750 m), Soma Male and Brahmagiri. The main attractions of Coorg are Madikeri, Kushalnagar, Iruppu Falls (Irpu Falls).




Madikeri is about 120 Kms from Mysore and takes about 2.30 Hrs. From Bangalore it is around 250 kms and it takes about 6 hours to reach Madikeri. It is a picturesque hill town with Palace inside Fort, Omkareshvar temple. Kushalnagar is an amazing place to visit in Coorg and a great picnic spot too. There are lots of picnic spots in and around Kushalnagar. Iruppu is a sacred place called Iruppu in south Coorg on the Brahmagiri range of hills. This place is visited by thousands of devotees on Shivratri.