Jungle Lodges and Resorts near Bangalore

Are you a wildlife enthusiast looking for a new place to uncover exotic flora and fauna? You may be familiar with Goa’s beaches and party atmosphere but the lesser-known side of Goa has a variety of colourful birds, leopards, monkeys, the gaur, the Indian bison and more. When it comes to wildlife tours in Goa, there are many spectacular biodiversity spots to choose from. 

This enchanting coastal state is home to lush wetlands, wildlife sanctuaries and mangroves that are perfect for wildlife tours in Goa. From Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary which is an ornithologist’s heaven to the Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary near the village of Mollem, Goa’s wildlife draws you in and invites you to study these exotic animals in their natural habitat.

So, tap into your love of nature and travel to this vibrant state to go on one of the wildlife tours in Goa! 

When you think of Bangalore, the first image that comes to mind is of concrete buildings, a buzzing nightlife and numerous shopping centers that dot the city. One might even believe that there are no wildlife tours in Bangalore. However, the city is at the nexus of beautiful spots rife with exotic species of wildlife that thrive in their undisturbed natural habitat.  

If you’re looking for wildlife tours in Bangalore, pack your travel bags and binoculars and travel to the various biodiversity hotspots that surround the capital city of Karnataka. From the Nagarhole National Park and Tiger Reserve amidst the emerald hills of Coorg to the lush Bandipur National Park - sight the grey langur, Indian elephants, gaurs, tigers, sloth bears, four-horned antelopes, jackals and dholes.  

A little experience of wildlife tours in Bangalore can be found within the city itself at the Bannerghatta Biological Park. This park is filled with over 2300 animals belonging to 103 species that are being protected in a naturalistic environment.  

Immersing ourselves into wildlife can show us a different side of nature, one that is undomesticated by man and roams freely amidst lush beauty, away from the noise and pollution of urban settlements. To spot an animal in the wild requires a lot of patience and can be meditative in its own way, sharpening your sense of focus as you wait eagerly for a creature to saunter into view. Often when we go wildlife watching, we might not catch sight of any of the forest wildlife and this is part of the magic, motivating you to go back again and again.  

You might think wildlife tours in Mysore is limited to the magnificent Sri. Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, but there’s plenty to explore in and around the city that will keep your love for wildlife buzzing. It’s no surprise that wildlife is best found away from the city, in the quiet havens of towering trees, shrubs and open blue skies, so hop into your car and head to the beautiful Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary filled with vibrantly coloured species of birds or Nagarhole National Park where you can find different types of deer and the glorious Indian Tiger.  

Wildlife tours in Mysore aren’t complete without a stop at Sri. Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens which is one of the oldest zoos in India. Mysore’s iconic zoo is home to a variety of indigenous and exotic amphibians, reptiles, mammals and birds. The zoo was created from the King’s private menagerie and has completed over a 100 years of existence so dropping by its spectacular enclosures is a must.  

Whether you go on a short drive around the city or walk through its zoo, the wildlife tours in Mysore will give you a satisfying glimpse into the bounty of Karnataka’s wildlife.  

Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu lies on the southern part of the Palani Hills, a mountain range that encompasses the eastern region of the Western Ghats. An emerald hub, Kodai is well known for its overflowing greenery, with waterfalls, deep valleys filled with stretches of dense Shola forests, and of course a cool, pleasant climate that allows both flora and fauna to thrive.  

If you’re a wildlife enthusiast, the wildlife tours in Kodaikanal are sure to give you a taste of the rich biodiversity that Tamil Nadu has to offer. With your camera in hand, set off on foot to spot the animals that call Kodai home; from flying squirrels that glide from one tree to another like square frying pans, to porcupines studded with spikes, wild boar, and mouse deer. The glistening Berijam Lake is a watering hole that draws animals to its shores and at the lake; you can hear the eerie calls of the Nilgiri Langur, a primate with glossy black fur and a golden crown.  

Wildlife tours in Kodaikanal aren’t complete without appreciating the indigenous plants, trees and flowers that drape across the grassy landscape. Kodai is often called Blue Mountain thanks to the presence of the rare Kurinji flower that transforms the landscape into an incandescent shade of purplish blue. Blossoming only once in 12 years, the flowers are a unique draw of this hill station and if you’re planning to visit the region for this flower, plan it in advance and check-in with locals on its flowering cycle so you can enjoy this plant in all its glory!  

This hill station is a basket of nature’s beauty; set off on one of the wildlife tours in Kodaikanal and uncover what makes this enchanting region so special.  

Sakleshpur is no different than every other hill station in the Western Ghats. It has the most lovely, scenic landscapes and a wide range of flora and fauna you can spot while on the treks or nature walks here. There isn’t an exclusive wildlife sanctuary here but thanks to the strategic location and the bounty of the Western Ghats, wildlife tours in Sakleshpur  are made possible. From the wildlife reserves in Kabini, Coorg, Ooty and Wayanad, the wildlife tours in Sakleshpur can include a visit to all these lovely, premier sanctuaries. Sakleshpur is home to tigers, deer, leopards, the Malabar giant squirrel, and many types of reptiles and a range of avian species.  

With the number of fertile, thick green forests and hills present in Sakleshpur, wildlife tours in Sakleshpur might not mean a visit to a declared sanctuary but a random yet frequent spotting of these beautiful mammals that find home here in these misty hills. If you’re a wildlife or nature enthusiast and want to explore the flora and fauna present here, you can pay a visit to the sanctuaries present here or even just embark and explore different mountain ranges here in Sakleshpur,  in the hopes of spotting some unique species of birds and mammals.  

Coorg is a natural paradise with a wealth of dense forests, misty valleys, mountains rising high into the sky and streams that wind through grasslands carpeted in greenery. It’s no surprise that the ‘Scotland of India’ is home to a delightful variety of wildlife that gambol along its emerald paths. For wildlife enthusiasts, the wildlife tours in Coorg will take you on an exciting journey into the rich fauna of the region.

Wildlife tours in Coorg are well-known for some of the rare wildlife habitats that can be found in the forest reserves. Sloth bears, elephants, gaurs, wild cats, tigers, sambars, spotted deer, lion-tailed macaques, Nilgiri langurs, barking deer, Malabar giant squirrels, and porcupines are some of the species that can be spotted during a jungle safari in the Coorg sanctuaries.

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which includes the Brahmagiri Sanctuary and the Nagarhole Parks, is Karnataka's largest biosphere center. Wildlife tours in Coorg are not only enjoyable but it's also a thrilling adventure for nature lovers, photographers, and people who enjoy spotting the indigenous animals that make Kodagu their home.