Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary is regarded as one of the most beautiful and the better-managed national parks of India. Located amidst the picturesque surroundings of the towering Western Ghat Mountains on the Mysore-Ooty highway in Karnataka, Bandipur National Park covers an area of about 874.2 sq km. Together with Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, Wayanad Sanctuary in Kerala and Nagarhole National Park in the North, it creates the India's biggest biosphere reserve popularly known as the 'Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve'. The Bandipur National Park occupies a special place in India's efforts towards Eco-conservation. There are many wildlife resorts and forest lodges in Bandipur National Park to accommodate the ever-increasing influx of tourists.
The finest Wildlife Resorts in Bandipur National Park include the Bandipur Safari Lodge and Tusker Trail Resort, both of them promising a comfortable and enjoyable stay for you on your Bandipur National Park Tour. There are also the Forest's Department's basic bungalows and KSTDC (Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation) cottages, offering accommodation at cheaper rates.
Bandipur Safari Lodge - Wildlife Resort in Bandipur National Park
Located adjacent to renowned Bandipur National Park amidst the picturesque surroundings of the Nilgiri Hills, the Bandipur Safari Lodge promises to offer the best of luxuries and comforts to its valued guests. Set in the beautiful landscaped garden with numerous medicinal and ornamental plants, the Lodge offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding hillocks. Situated halfway down the Mysore-Ooty highway, the lodge is often a visitor's first choice after reaching Bandipur.
Accommodation & Dining: Bandipur Safari Lodge is a beautiful modern lodge built along the lines of contemporary architectural approach. The Lodge boasts a total of 12 elegantly decorated and well-furnished guestrooms, all equipped with amenities like Attached spacious Bathrooms and modern Toilets. Bandipur Safari Lodge gives special emphasis on the wildlife safaris and game viewing, so that guests enjoy a memorable wildlife tour. The Lodge also boasts an exclusive dinging area the Gol Ghar (circular, open-to sides marquee), serving guests with mouth-watering South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine. The Lodge also has a bar.
Other Facilities & Services: The major attraction of Safari Lodge is its wildlife expeditions into the Bandipur National Park, so all facilities available at the lodge somehow relates to it. Guests of the Lodge enjoy 2 wildlife safari everyday. In the morning guests are taken for a trek guided by a conversant and experienced naturalist. During evening safari, Bandipur Safari Lodge offers open-top Jeeps, providing maximum enjoyment for the game viewing. The energetic and adventurous guests can enjoy hiking to the high Gopalaswamy Betta or down the slopes of the Moyar Gorge. Other recreations available to guests include bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.
Tusker Trail Resort- Wildlife Resort in Bandipur National Park
Located on the eastern edge of Bandipur National Park, Tusker Trail Resort is one of the premier resorts in Bandipur. Built on the lines of Verandah concept, the Resort has taken great care to make your stay comfortable and unforgettable yet very near to nature.
Accommodation & Dining: Tusker Trail Resort Bandipur boasts a total of 6 well-appointed 2-room cottages with verandahs, all enjoying the facilities of attached bathrooms and toilets and 24 hr H/C water supply. The Resort also has a well-maintained restaurant called 'Ore' that serves Indian, Continental and Chinese delicacies.
Other Facilities & Services: Other facilities and services available to guests at Tusker Trail Resort Bandipur include a Swimming Pool, a Stand-by Generator, Barbecues on request, Trekking, Wildlife Slide Shows, Conferences/Seminars facilities for up to 30 persons, Hiking to Gopalaswamy Betta to name a few. Guests can also enjoy Nature Walks, Bird watching and Elephant rides with permission from the Forest Department. Folk music and dance programs are also organized for groups on request.
But, the major attraction for guests of the Tusker Trail Resort is morning and evening safaris to the Park for wildlife viewing. Safaris are conducted in the resort's own vehicles.
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