NATIONAL PARK.

DEFINATIONOF

NATIONAL PARK

‘A scenic or historically important area of countryside protected by the federal government for the enjoyment of the general public or the preservation of wildlife.’

IMPORTANCE OF NATIONAL PARK

For learning

For our enjoyment and health

For a healthy environment

For the variety of living things

NagaraholeNational Park

Contents

Introduction.History.General info.Time to visit.Maps.Flora & Fauna.Accomodation.

INTRODUCTIONNagarhole National Park , also known as Rajiv Gandhi

National Park, is a national park located in Kodagudistrict and Mysore district in Karnataka state in South

India.

This park was declared the thirty seventh Project Tiger tigerreserve in 1999. It is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

The Western Ghats Nilgiri Sub-Cluster of 6,000 km2 (2,300 sq mi), including all of Nagarhole

National Park, is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selection as

a World Heritage Site.

The park has rich forest cover, small streams, hills, valleys and waterfalls. The park has a healthy tiger-predator ratio, with

many tigers, Indian bison and elephants.

SHRI

RAJIV GANDHI

HISTORY ….

Nagarahole is named after Cobra River

Situated in the state of Karnataka

Sanctuary n the year 1955 to National

Park in 1983.

GENERALINFORMATION

The park ranges the foothills of the Western Ghats spreading

down the Brahmagiri hills and south towards Kerala state. It

lies between the latitudes 12°15'37.69"E and longitudes

76°17'34.4"N. The park covers 643 km2 (248 sq mi) located to

the north-west of Bandipur National Park. The Kabini

reservoir separates the two parks. Elevations of the park

range from 687–960 m (2,254–3,150 ft). It is 50 km (31 mi)

from the major city of Mysore

Together with the adjoining Bandipur National

Park (870 km2 (340 sq mi)), Mudumalai National

Park (320 km2 (120 sq mi)) and Wayanad Wildlife

Sanctuary (344 km2 (133 sq mi)), it forms the largest protected

area in Southern India, totaling 2,183 km2(843 sq mi).

TIME TO VISIT

Nagarhole National Park is open for public entry all the way through the year. But

the best time to visit the Nagarhole National Park is from April to May, when the waterholes are dry and the animals come out to visit the lake. Nevertheless,

the weather conditions are more pleasingfrom November to February.

HOW TO REACH..??

By Air: The nearest airport for Nagarhole National

Park is Mysore. Mysore Airport is 95 km from the

park. Mysore in turn is connected by Bangalore

by means of regular flights. Bangalore is

an International Airport and hence easily

accessible by all national and

international flights. Bangalore is around 140 km

from Mysore.

From Bangalore Airport the time by road to

Nagarhole National Park is 5 hours.

By Train: The nearest railway station for Nagarhole National Park is again Mysore., Mysore is around 95 km from the park. Mysore is connected to Bangalore which in turn is

connected to all the major cities in India.

By Road: Nagarhole National Park is connected to all the cities via Mysore and Coorg.

The Karnataka State Transport buses connects Nagarhole National Park with all other cities in the state. Additionally many private buses also ply regularly from Bangalore,

Mysore, Madikeri to Nagarhole National Park.

Contd…

BY ROAD: FROM MUMBAI

Mammals: Elephant, Jackal, Tiger, Panther,

Gaur,Muntjac,Sambar,Spotteddeer,

Mongoose, Civet cat, Hyena, and Sloth Bear.

Reptiles: King Cobra, Krait, Python, Viper,

Tortoise, Monitor Lizard ,Toads etc.

The main trees found are Rosewood, Teak,

Sandalwood and Silver oak

Spotteddeer

SambarGaur

Hyena

Rajeev Gandhi National Park the Nagarhole Wildlife offers a sanctuary to a large variety of birds. In fact that there are about 250 species of birds that stay at this national park.

Some of the commonly viewed birds at the Nagarhole National Park are - the blue-bearded bee-eater, Malabar trogon, Malabar whistling thrush, crested serpent-eagle, crested hawk-eagle, Malabar pied-hornbill, Common Hawk Cuckoo, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Indian Roller, Indian reed, Woodpeckers, Warblers, Grey jungle fowl, water fowl, scarlet minivet, ospreys, ducks, herons, red vented bulbul, ring dove, common babbler, scinaitar babbler, loriekeet, red whiskered bulbul, biyth's myna and other birds.Feast your eyes on the riot of colors of the feathered species and enjoy the natural songs as the birds chirp, play and roam around in the jungle while on your wildlife tours to this enigmatic park.

Birds

Woodpeckers

Loriekeet

Scarlet minivet

Reptiles commonly found here are mugger (Crocodylus

palustris), common vine snake (Ahaetulla nasutus),

common wolf snake (Lycodon aulicus), rat snake

(Ptyas mucosus), bamboo pit viper (Trimeresurus

gramineus), Russell's viper (Daboia russellii),

common krait (Bangarus caeruleus), Indian rock

python (Python molurus), Indian monitor lizard

(Varanus bengalensis) and the common toad (Bufo

melanostictus

Monitor Lizard Vine Snake

Insects

Extensive studies on the biodiversity of the insect population have

been carried out by researchers from the Ashoka Trust for

Research in Ecology and the Environment, Bangalore. The insect

biodiversity of this park includes over 96 species of dung beetles

and 60 species of ants. Unusual species of ants that have been

identified include the jumping ants such as Harpegnathos saltator,

which are known to jump up to a metre high.

The ant species Tetraponera rufonigra may be useful as a marker

for the health of the forests because these ants feed on termites and

are abundant in places where there are lots of dead trees. Species

of dung beetles identified include the common dung beetle

(Onthophagus dama), India's largest beetle, Heliocopris

dominus which breeds only in elephant dung and Onthophaguspactolus, a very rare species of dung beetle.

ACCOMMODATION

Kabini River Lodge

Kabini River Lodge has a colonial style architecture equipped to accommodate 50

persons at a time. Fourteen spacious, colonial style double rooms with modern

amenities, six twin-bedded cottages in sylvan surroundings and five tented cottages with attached modern bath

ensure that your stay here is in comfort.(But there is no A/c, or T.V. in any

of the accommodation).

Interiors of

Kabina River

Lodge

Facilities

Apart from the luxurious living areas, the Viceroy's building houses our well-equipped

bar. There is also a large, charming room exclusively for seminars, meetings with

multimedia projector and other conferencing facilities. Our communal dining area called the

Ghol Ghar (circular, open-to-sides gazebo) overlooks River Kabini and is the perfect place

for guests to share their experiences of the day with each other

Ghol Ghar

Cuisine

The Resort takes special care to cater to thevaried tastes of an international clientele. Thebuffet meals include Indian and Continental

menus.Food is an integral part of every holiday. AtKabini River Lodge, we pamper your taste budswith delicious and piping hot buffet of Indian,Chinese or Continental cuisine. Fresh Tandooripreparations are offered daily.

Perhaps nowhere else in India can one see somuch wildlife. Sighting of elephants, sambhar,spotted deer, gaur, wild boar, sloth bear, wilddogs, etc., are almost assured, while if one islucky, a tiger or a panther too, could be sighted.Our clients are permitted to shoot, not withguns but with camera and video. The sighting ofwildlife in their eco-system creates awarenessand respect among the humans towards otherlife forms.

SAFARI

Orange County

Orange County - Kabini is located near Bheeramballi Village at a distance of 245 kms from Bangalore by road via Mysore

Orange County's 'Spirit of the Land' philosophy finds its most intimate expression at Kabini where the casual visitor is drawn into the very bosom of the Nilgiri biosphere.

ACCOMMODATION We couldn't make Kabini more beautiful, so we thought we'd

simply make it more comfortable. We began with the

understanding that the most luxurious things in the world are

peace, tranquility and harmony, and that whatever we do should

only enhance these pillars of our philosophy.

The result is a resort architecture that has a tribal 'kadu

kuruba' leitmotif, where each of the guest huts bespeaks a

happy marriage of traditional craft and modern luxury. From

the outside, the dwellings subtly incorporate the colours and

textures of the landscape in every detail; while within, the

sumptuous interiors reflect a vernacular sensitivity that goes

beyond mere lip service. From the ethnic furniture and luxury

fittings, through the tribal patterned furnishings and drapery, to

the little touches like the 'bottle gourd' lamp shades, the sum of

the parts is a harmonious whole.

Orange County Kabini

ActivitiesAt Orange County, Kabini, we help you get closer to the spirit of the land by offering a platter full of activities that let you choose your activity.

If you wish to get up close and personal with the Asiatic Elephant, we could arrange an introduction, and if man and mammal are so inclined, a ride along the river bank.

Or if you'd rather test the waters yourself, we suggest an enlightening coracle ride down the Kabini river.

And for bird lovers and enthusiasts, we offer a guided birding trip for a worm's eye view of the avian world.

And for culture vultures, there's no better way of assimilating with the natives than by accompanying us on a tribal village visit, to experience first hand the hospitality of the Kurubas.

For those who've come with their kids, we have a Children's Activity Centre with enough games and a daily movie to keep them occupied while you enjoy your privacy.

FACILITIESOrange County, Kabini comes with all the

facilities you'd expect in a world class luxury

resort ... and then some more.

A scenic Reading Lounge, a traditional

Ayurvedic Spa and the timeless Infinity Pool

are designed to relax and rejuvenate your

body, mind and soul.

Our fine dining restaurant 'Honey Comb', named

after the honey gathering Jenu (Honey)

Kuruba tribe, lays out a platter of the cream of

international and regional cuisine

We also boast an Ayurvedic Spa, the

Vaidyasala, where age old healing secrets are

put to work in ironing out the kinks in your

system.

Spa

Karnataka has evolved into a health destination. Numerous speciality services, different streams

of heath care, state-of-the-art equipment, hospitals of global repute and the undeniable cost-advantage have amped up Bangalore's

health tourism prospects. Right from allopathyto alternate healing like Ayurveda, Siddha,

Unani, Naturopathy, spas and other unconventional forms of therapy are offered in

the city. Add a salubrious climate that's conducive to healing and recuperation to this,

and you have a thorough rejuvenation experience called Karnataka.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda is regarded as the life science itself and has found an exponent in Karnataka. Along with a good number of respected

practitioners choosing Bangalore to set up their facility, Karnataka also boasts some of

the most renowned premium ayurvedicretreats. Add both national and international spa brands to this, and you have what makes

Karnataka a rather unique ayurvedadestination.

1. Carry your cameras.

2. Refrain from talking or making noise on spotting

animals.

3. Do not wear strong colognes or perfumes

4. Carry warm clothing during the evening safaris

5. During monsoon, carry rain gear and water proof

bags for cameras

6. Please carry insect repellents

Some of the best practices while on a

safari are:

COSTING:

Mumbai to Mysore (By bus)

Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)

Rs. 5760 (4 person)

Ref: make my trip.com

Entry fee for Indian adults, 200 rupees,children150 rupees. Entry fee for foreigners 1,000 rupees.

One hour minibus safari, run by the forest department, 100 rupees. Handicam, 1,000 rupees. Large video camera, 1,000 rupees.

All days of the week6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Safaris take place in the early morning from 6 a.m to 9 a.m., and again in the afternoon

from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m

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