Kabini is the land of wildlife experiences. It features elephants, dense forests and a calm river. The place is endowed with splendid streams, plenty of flora, fauna and avifauna. Wildlife sanctuaries in Kabini define the place beautifully and are naturally made vibrant with sweet chirpings of birds, sounds of animals and gushing waters. Kabini wildlife sanctuary previously used to be the hunting lodge of the Maharajas of Mysore. At present, it has emerged as a weekend getaway for many visitors of close cities like Mysore and Bangalore. Kabini enjoys great connectivity, lush green landscape, pleasing lake and great views of the herds of elephants. Explore the top attractions to be visited in Kabini. Visit EaseMyTrip.com for Karnataka holiday packages booking at very affordable price.

Kabini River

Originating from Wayanad district of the state of Kerala state from the confluence of Panamaram River and Mananthavady River, Kabini River joins Kaveri River in the east at Tirumakudalu Narasipura in Karnataka. The river forms the massive Kabini Reservoir near the town of Sargur. The backwaters of the Kabini Reservoir enjoy rich wildlife particularly in summer when the water level goes back to form rich grassy meadows.

Kabini Dam

Kabini dam is 58 meters high and 2,284 feet long. It was built in 1974 across Kabini River near Bichanahalli village and can be accessible from Heggadadevanakote.

Nagarhole National Park

Declared as a national park in 1974, Nagarhole National Park turns into a home for Asian elephants and is surrounded by shallow valleys and mild slopes from all sides. This park was declared as the 37th Project Tiger Reserve in 1999. It is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.  

Banasura Sagar Dam

Banasura Sagar Dam is the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest in Asia. It is considered to be the part of the Indian Banasurasagam project consisting of a Dam and a canal project started in 1979.

Things to Enjoy in Kabini

If you are thinking over things to do & see in Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary, get information from here and know more about things to do in Kabini.

Jeep Safari

Get into a jeep and explore the jungles, backwaters, hillocks, ponds, and more of Kabini. You can come across some of best sights, you have ever seen. You can watch peacocks, grey langurs, terrapin, and chital in their own state. In the evening, elephants assemble by the backwaters creating a beautiful view. Different resorts in Kabini offer jeep safari and one should definitely enjoy this.

Boat Ride

Sailing along the waters is an amazing experience. Surrounded by forests on all sides and herds of animals on the shores, boat ride on Kabini River is just wonderful.

Elephant Ride

Enjoy an elephant ride in Kabini will really wonderful. Drive over to the Sunkadakatte Forest and meet herd of elephants all set to take you on their backs to introduce with their jungle mates. Sitting over these elephants makes you feel like the king of jungle.

There are many beautiful aspects of Kabini. Wildlife and nature make it alive and ensure a wonderful holidaying experience to the visitors.