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Bandipur :Situated 80 Kms from Mysore, the Bandipur national Park is one of the most beautiful wide life centers in the country. Rare species of birds and animals can be seen in their natural habitats. Bandipur has been chosen by the WWF for their project tiger scheme to protect tigers.

Nesting in the foothills of the Nilgiris, the Bandipur National Park was formed  by extending the Venugopal Wildlife Park, set up in 1931 by the Mysore Maharajas. It is one of the tiger reserves in the country.  A popular game resort of the rulers of Mysore, the flora in the forest comprises Teak, Rosewood, Honne, Mathi, Bamboo and Sandal Trees. The important animals in the park are Tiger, Elephant, Gaur, Leopard, Chital and Sambar.Birds like the Peafowl, Partridge, Quail, Hornbill and Ibis are also found here.
Apart from these, Dhole(wild dog), Sambar, Muntjac or Barking Deer, Giant Squirrel and sometimes Sloth Bear and Nocturnal Porcupine and Blacknaped hare may be seen in the sanctuary. Lone Deer wondering in the Forest  Well planned motorable roads close to the perennial and seasonal water points, and adequate open space in the jungle allow visitors to observe animals closely, particularly elephant herds, by car. It is always advisable to maintain a safe distance from these large animals even if you are in your car.Pug marks on soft earth in the permissible tourism zone attest to the presence of tigers, though they are rarely sighted. Much less seen is the leopard, the other major carnivore. Visitors can hire elephants or a vehicle to go round the park. They can also visit the nearby Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary in Tamil Nadu. The Moyar river forms a natural boundary between the two. 

Fauna :Tiger, Elephant, Gaur, Leopard, Chital, Sambar, Sloth Bear, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Wild Dog, Jackal, Mouse Deer, Four-Horned antelope, common Langur, Porcupine, Otter, Pangolin, Malabar Squirrel, Civet Cat, Leopard, Hare, Jungle Cat, Bonnet Macaque. 

Elephants in a Waterhole :Reptiles  Land monitor, Crocodile, Tortoise, Python, Cobra, Krait, Viper, Rat Snake,
Flying lizard. Crocodile basking in the sunshine 

Flora :The forests consist predominantly of teak with its main associates species like Rosewood, Honne, Nandi, Mathi, Hunal, Dindal, Bamboo, Bende, Sandal, Mavu and Muthuga. 

Fascinating Flora :Avifauna :Peafowl, Grey Jungle Fowl, Partridge, Quail, Paradise Fly-Catcher, Hornbill, Woodpecker, Thrush, Crested Hawk Eagle, Serpent Eagle, Drongo, Cuckoo, Oriole, Minivet, Wagtail, Myna, Blue Jay, Kingfisher.  Thoughtful Kingfisher, Bandipur 

Forest Types :Southern tropical moist-mixed deciduous forests, Southern tropical dry deciduous forests & Scrub forests. 

Gopalaswamy Hills :20 Kms Located at a height of 1454.5 m it is one of the most beautiful spots in the Bandipur National Park. The famous Green Ocean Valley is a delightful view from the hill. Scenic spots in Bandipur are Bolugudda, Chandragiri, Rolling Rock Falls, Mysore Ditch and Moyar Gorge.

Area: 874 sq. km 
Altitude:780-1454.5 meter's 
Rainfall:100cm 
Season :May to June  September to November  Clothing
Cotton throughout the year 

Morning and evening trips to the sanctuary. Safaris conducted in the resort's own vehicles. The forest is open throughout the year (except on days deemed unfit by park authorities for reasons like forest fires etc).

• Trekking arranged with the help of local guides.

• Barbecues on request.

• Swimming Pool.

• Wildlife Film Shows.

• Elephant rides with permission from the Forest Department.

• Conferences/Seminars can be arranged for 30 pax at a time.
• Tribal Dance
  Trip to Gopalaswamy Betta