Bandipur Safari Lodge
Falcon Tours and Travels

Once the private hunting grounds of the maharaja, Bandipur is unapologetically wild terrain. Elephants roam in large herds, deer stare at you brazenly and peafowl flit in and out as they deem fit. Nestled at the foothills of the Nilgiris, Bandipur has had a long tryst with tigers. One of the thirty reserves identified across the country to save the tiger and its habitat, it's also one of the last refuges of the endangered Asiatic wild elephant. The Bandipur Safari Lodge is your way of being a part of this ecological haven.

Bandipur Safari Lodge is located halfway down the Mysore-Ooty road adjacent to the world-renowned Bandipur Tiger Reserve. The mountain breeze flowing down the vales of the picturesque Nilgiris invites you to this perfect backdrop for a wildlife safari. Nestling in the foothills of the Nilgiris, the Bandipur National Park was formed by extending the Venugopalswami Wildlife Park, set up in 1931 by the Mysore Maharajas. It is now one of the tiger reserves in the country. It also forms a part of Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve, which is the one of the last refuges of endangered Asiatic wild elephants.

Accommodation
Falcon Tours and Travels04 A/c Special Cottages, 06 Special Cottages & 12 Cottages with well-furnished, elegant Cottages with modern amenities. (But there is no T.V. in any of the accommodation).

Food & Restaurant

Falcon Tours and TravelsThe exclusive banquet / Restaurant area called the Ghol Ghar (circular, open-to side's marquee) specialises in serving a delectable buffet of South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine.

We offer guests both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Both Vegetarian and Non- Vegetarian dishes are served at Ghol Ghar. (All Buffet Meals)

Facilities/Activities

Falcon Tours and Travels Conference Hall, Wild Film Show, Campfire, Barbeque & Bar Facility.

Morning / Evening Jeep Safari in to Bandipur Tiger Reserve with a naturalist (4:30 in the Evening & 06:30 AM in the Morning), Trekking & Bird Watching. Unwind with a wildlife movie in the audio-visual hall and then bring the day to a grand close with barbecue by a campfire.

Itinerary: Day 1

1:00 pm: Check in, Settle down and freshen up.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Treat yourself to a sumptuous lunch at the Ghol Ghar.
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm: Gear up for a ride into the Park with tea/ coffee served at the Reception area with safari briefing.
3:15 pm - 6:15 pm: Our naturalists take you on a wildlife Safari in Vehicle into the Bandipur Tiger Reserve, showing & sharing their experiences and information about the jungle and all the animals that live there.
6:15 pm - 7:00 pm: Tea/ coffee served at the pugmark restaurant.
7:30 pm - 8:15 pm: Watch a Wildlife film show at the conference hall.
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Bask in the warmth of the campfire, while you dine in the Ghol Ghar, exchanging tales of the jungle with the other guests and our staff.

Day 2

5:45 am - 6:15 am: Wake-up call, Tea/ coffee served at the Reception area
6:15 am - 9:30 am: Our naturalists take you on a wildlife Safari in Vehicle into the Bandipur Tiger Reserve, showing & sharing their experiences and information about the jungle and all the animals that live there.
9:30 am - 10:15 am: Get back to the lodge in time for freshening up and breakfast.
10:30 am: If you must leave, we look forward to your next visit to discover the yet unexplored secrets of these hills.

Season
Though Bandipur is around-the-year tourist destination, summers are the best time for wildlife sightings. March to May being the dry season, the animals come out of hiding and can be spotted by the watering holes. But for bird-watchers, the winter months are a better bet, for November to January, many migratory birds from the North, especially the Himalayas come down south to roost.

Travel Tips
  • Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station available.
  • Dress for comfort. Do avoid bright colours and stick to muted shades of green, black, grey and brown. The more you meld with the background, the better.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Avoid smoking – anything can start a forest fire.
  • You’ll be spending a lot of time outdoors. Don’t forget your hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, torch, etc.
  • Avoid plastics. We’re really trying to cut down on plastics.
  • PETS ARE STRICTLY  NOT ALLOWED

Distance Chart
Origin Destination To  Destinations Approximate Kms Approximate Time

Bangalore

Bandipur Safari Lodge

230 Kms

4 / 5 Hrs

Mysore

Bandipur Safari Lodge

80 Kms

2 Hrs

Madikeri

Bandipur Safari Lodge

190 Kms

4 / 5 Hrs

Ooty

Bandipur Safari Lodge

60 Kms

2 Hrs

Coimbatore

Bandipur Safari Lodge

180 Kms

4 / 5 Hrs

Wayanad

Bandipur Safari Lodge

80 Kms

2 / 3 Hrs

Bandipur Safari Lodge,
Angala Post, Gundlupet Taluk,
Chamarajanagar District,
Melukamanahalli (Mysore - Ooty Road)
Mysore - 571 126
Karnataka

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