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.
Bandipur Wildlife Resorts:
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.
Location: The resort is located inside the Bandipur National Park. It is 221 km from Bangalore via Mysore in Karnataka state.
Facilities: A restaurant where Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine are served. A swimming pool, elephant rides with permission from the forest department. A stand-by generator. Folk music and dance on request for groups. To and fro transport from Bangalore or Mysore can be arranged at an extra cost.
Access: Drive from Bangalore via Mysore: 5 hours.
Best time to visit: July-April
Accommodation & Dining:
Jungle Retreat offers you unique accommodation. The resort boasts well-maintained country style cottages with sprawling private verandahs, offering breathtaking views of picturesque Nilgiri mountains and lush green tropical surroundings. The individually styled cottages at Jungle Retreat are specially designed to cater to different needs of travelers.
Guests of Jungle Retreat can choose between a Deluxe Cottage, Regular Cottage or a Bamboo Cottage according to their preference and choice. While the Deluxe cottages are equipped with modern amenities like Air-conditioning, Electronic Safe, Refrigerator and a Mini bar, the Bamboo cottages are built entirely out of bamboo and thatch with open-to-sky bathroom facility. There is no TV, no Music and no Telephone in cottages to make it sure that the quiet ambience of the surroundings is not disturbed. The Resort also offers tree houses, for those who want to enjoy the beautiful scenery from a height.
Other Facilities & Services:
Jungle Retreat Mudumalai offers a range of leisure and recreational facilities to its valued guests. Guests can enjoy activities like Bird watching, Trekking, Jungle safaris and Camping or enjoy a visit to the Forest Department's Elephant Camp, where about 30 elephants are cared. The resort also has an open area Swimming pool that resembles a watering hole and offers breathtaking view of the surroundings. Jungle Retreat also offers a variety of facilities for indoor and outdoor games. Guests can indulge in many interesting games like snooker, Football, Cricket, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Carom, Chess etc.
