Wildlife2 days
Kabini River & Forest Break
Build a nature break around the river landscape and, if available, an authorised safari.
DOMESTIC HOLIDAYS
Bandipur Nature Retreat
Explore the forest edge with an early start and a relaxed night outside the reserve.
2 daysStart in Mysore / MysuruWildlife groups and families
Trip highlights
- Bandipur forest
- Gundlupet area
- authorised safari facilities
Suggested itinerary
Use this day-by-day plan to start the conversation. We can adapt the route and pace for your dates.
- DAY 01
Mysore to Bandipur
Drive via Gundlupet to your stay outside the park and settle in before evening.
- DAY 02
A morning near the reserve
Keep an early slot free for an authorised safari, if available, before the drive back to Mysore.
When to go
October to March for more comfortable daytime temperatures.
What to check before you travel
Never stop for wildlife on a restricted highway. Check gate and road schedules before departing.
What your quote may cover
Ask for an itemised quote for the transport, accommodation and activities you want. Meals, tickets, permits, taxes, insurance and other extras are only included if listed in writing. Prices are available on enquiry.
Compare stay options in Nagarhole & Bandipur region
Read the Bandipur destination guide
Questions about this trip
Can I change the route or number of nights?
Yes. Let us know which parts of Bandipur Nature Retreat you want to keep and how much time you have. We can discuss a revised route and quote.
Can you arrange a car or a larger vehicle?
Share the group size, bags and pickup point. We can discuss vehicle size and how it affects the route.
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FROM THE JOURNAL
All guidesRead before you go.
Travel guideBest Places to Visit in Mysore on a First Trip
Mysore Palace makes a good anchor for a first visit. Leave more time inside the complex than you think you will need and pair it with just one nearby stop before lunch.
Travel guideA Simple One-Day Mysore Sightseeing Route
A manageable day in Mysore starts at Chamundi Hill, continues to the palace and ends with a walk near the market. The order matters more than the number of stops.
Travel guideMysore or Mysuru? A Visitor’s Guide to Both Names
Mysuru is the official name and Mysore remains widely used in conversation and familiar names such as Mysore Palace. A change in spelling on your map does not mean a change of city.