The southern region of India is home to various wildlife reserves of the country with a variety of wildlife species. This 16-day itinerary helps you explore the wildlife of this region and treat your eyes to the surrounding lush greenery.
Route: Bengaluru – Mysore – Nagarhole – BR Hills – Bandipur – Ooty – Periyar – Kumarakom – Cochin
Day-by-Day Plan
Arrive Bengaluru
Arrive at Bengaluru International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Bengaluru Sightseeing
Explore the Garden City, known for its parks and Victorian architecture.
Bengaluru – Mysore
Drive to Mysore (140kms / 3.5hrs), the cultural capital of Karnataka.
Mysore – Nagarhole
Drive to Nagarhole National Park. Afternoon wildlife viewing.
Nagarhole National Park
Enjoy morning and evening wildlife safaris in the park.
Nagarhole – BR Hills
Drive to Biligiriranga (BR) Hills, a bridge between the Eastern and Western Ghats.
BR Hills Exploration
Day dedicated to jungle activities and spotting diverse flora and fauna.
BR Hills – Bandipur
Drive to Bandipur National Park (60kms / 2hrs), part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
Bandipur Safari
Morning and evening safaris to spot tigers, elephants, and Indian bison.
Bandipur – Ooty
Drive to Ooty (50kms / 1hr). Visit the beautiful Ooty Lake and botanical gardens.
Ooty – Eravikulam
Drive to Eravikulam National Park (251kms / 8hrs) in Kerala.
Eravikulam – Periyar
Search for the Nilgiri Tahr before driving to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Periyar Sanctuary
Enjoy a boat cruise on Periyar Lake to watch wildlife from the water.
Periyar – Kumarakom
Drive to the backwaters of Kumarakom (122kms / 3hrs).
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Visit the sanctuary, a favorite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian Stork.
Cochin Departure
Drive to Cochin (62kms / 1.5hrs) for your international departure flight.
Hotel Portfolio
| City | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | - | - | - | St. Marks |
| Mysore | - | - | - | Sandesh The Prince |
| Nagarhole | - | - | - | Kabini River Lodge |
| BR Hills | - | - | - | Wilderness Camp |
| Bandipur | - | - | - | Jungle Safari Lodge |
| Ooty | - | - | - | Fortune Sullivan |
| Eravikulam | - | - | - | Abad Copper Castle |
| Periyar | - | - | - | Abad Green Forest |
| Kumarakom | - | - | - | Abad Whispering Palm |
Tour Investment
| Season | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter (Oct – Mar) | $ | $ | $ | $5,718 |
| Summer (Apr – Sep) | $ | $ | $ | $4,794 |