Nagarhole National Park

State: Karnataka

Location: At the periphery between the borders of Coorg and Mysore

Total area: 643 square km

Alternate Name: Rajiv Gandhi National Park

Flora: Rose wood, Teak, Eucalyptus, Silver Oak, Sandal Wood

Fauna: Elephants, Bison, Leopards, Sambhar, Four-horned Antelopes, Gray Langurs, NILGIRI TAHRS and TIGER

Birds: Blue winged parakeet, ashy prinia, red headed vulture, lesser adjutant.

About Nagarhole National Park:

Nagarhole National Park is located at the periphery between the boundaries of Coorg and Mysore in Karnataka State. Nagarhole National Park is known for its dense population of flora and fauna. Nagarhole National Park forms one of the most fascinating destinations to visit in Karnataka. The maximum population one can find is that of elephants and bison. Nagarhole National Park expanded to a great expanse only after 1976, when it became a National park in true terms. Earlier it was declared as a national park in 1955, but limited to a certain area. The Nagarhole National Park used to be a hunting ground for the Raja, Maharajas of Mysore. An exclusive hunting sport that this forest was taken on to. But things changed for Nagarhole National Park after the declaration.

The River Kabini that flows through Nagarhole National Park forms the main source of water for animals. Other than this river, many other rivers and streams flow through this park. The deciduous forests, the swamp area and the tropical forests in Nagarhole make it a densely vegetated area. Main trees found here include sandal, teak, eucalyptus and many more.

Best time to visit Nagarhole National Park: 


The best time to visit Nagarhole National Park is from October to March. Nagarhole National Park is at its best in the Winters and hence it is best visited during Winters.

Avoid visiting Nagarhole National Park during Monsoons, as the Park is closed due to heavy rains. The wildlife at Nagarhole National Park opts to be in hide-outs due to heavy rains and flooding.

Hence visit Nagarhole only during October to March.

Nagarhole National Park Timings and Entry Fees :

Nagarhole National Park is open for its visitors everyday. There is a certain entry fee charged for visitors who visit Nagarhole National Park.

Park Opening Timings: 6:00 am to 9:00 am in the morning
                                        3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the evening

Entry Fees at Nagarhole National Park for Indian Tourists: Rs. 50/-

Entry Fees at Nagarhole National Park for Foreign Tourists: Rs. 200/-

Entry Fees for Children: Rs. 10/-

Still Camera Charges: Rs. 15/-

Video Camera Charges: Rs. 150/-

Please Note: Visitors need to take special permission from the Forest Department for the use of Video Camera.

Contact Details of Nagarhole National Park: 

The contact details for Nagarhole National Park are as follows:
Nagarhole National Park
Kodagu
Karnataka - 571258
India


Mentioned below are the contact details of the Forest Department which can be needed for reserving a guest house or room inside the Nagarhole National Park.

Contact details of the Forest Department at Nagarhole National Park:
Range Forest Officer
Nagarhole National Park
Kutta
Karnataka - 571258

Telephone number: +91-8274-44221

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Where to stay:


King's Sanctuary Resort 
Jungle Inn Resort 
Water Woods Resort 
Kabini River Lodge