Named after the river Kabini, the lodge beckons with the promise of elephants, gaurs, deer and flaunts the mesmerizing tiger and the ever cautious leopard. Located on the southern fringes of the Nagarhole National Park, this former hunting lodge of the erstwhile Maharaja of Mysore was rated as one of the Top 5 Wildlife Resorts in the World by the British Tatler's Travel Guide. A sprawling colonial estate in the heart of elephant country, the Kabini River Lodge echoes with the call of the wild.

Located by the banks of the River Kabini, this 54-acre property spells idyllic charms and countless pleasant surprises. The former hunting lodge that's been converted, speak of erstwhile elegance and comes with comforts like charming accommodation, a well-stocked bar and even a fully-equipped conference room for those meetings that spell business as unusual. For those who seek rejuvenation in the truest sense, Ayurvedic treatments.is available.

Apart from the luxurious living areas, the Viceroy's building houses well-equipped bar. There is also a large, charming room exclusively for seminars, meetings with multimedia projector and other conferencing facilities. A morning / evening jeep safari or even a boat ride down the River Kabini rewards you with sightings of herds of elephants, crocodiles sunning themselves and many hued birds flitting in and out of the forest's green canopy. For a touch of rustic, opt for the traditional coracle, made from bamboo and buffalo hide or go for the regular motorboat. Unwind with a wildlife movie in the audio-visual hall and then bring the day to a grand close with barbecue by a campfire.

6:00 am - 6:30 am: Wake up to a hot early morning cup of tea/coffee.
6:30 am - 9:15 am: Cruise through the serene backwaters of the River Kabini on a motor boat viewing sleepy crocodiles and chirpy birds, intent on their morning catch. View a variety of wildlife, especially the elephants, coming to the river for bath or a drink. Alternatively, you can go on a jeep safari to sight the animals, which means you can have the boat ride the evening before.
9:30 am - 10:15 am: Your stay at Kabini is not over yet. A hearty brunch is what awaits you after your sojourn in the wild.
10:30 am: If you must leave, we look forward to your next visit to discover what other secrets the jungle conceals.

• 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