2 nights · 3 days from Bengaluru

Nagarhole Safari: 3-Day Trip from Bengaluru

Nagarhole (also spelt Nagarahole, officially Rajiv Gandhi National Park) is one of South India's best forests for tigers, leopards and elephants. Tentasy's 2-night, 3-day trip from Bengaluru combines a guided stop at Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Iruppu Falls, an evening safari and an estate walk, with a choice of Economy, Premium or Superior stays.

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Tentasy Explore Nagarahole brochure cover with elephants and a tiger

Trip at a glance

Duration: 2 nights, 3 days
Starts and ends: Bengaluru (AC transport from pickup and back)
Highlights: Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Iruppu Falls, evening safari in Nagarhole National Park, guided estate walk
Stay options: Economy (tents and cottages), Premium, Superior
Meals: All three meals included
Price: On request. Send us your dates and group size

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Bengaluru to Nagarhole
Depart Bengaluru for Nagarhole with a stop and guided tour at Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary on the way. Arrive at camp, settle in for afternoon activities, and join an evening workshop on wildlife and the forest.
Day 2: Iruppu Falls and evening safari
Morning at Iruppu Falls, then lunch and downtime at camp. In the evening, head into Nagarhole National Park for a safari in search of tigers, leopards, elephants and birds.
Day 3: Estate walk and return
A guided walk through the estate, then breakfast and leisure time before the return drive to Bengaluru.

Choose your stay

Economy

Discover the wild side of Nagarhole Tiger Reserve on a budget: guided safaris, tigers and elephants, with a stay in tents and cottages.

Premium

Experience luxury in the heart of Nagarhole: an upscale stay with a pool, personalised safaris and expert guides.

Superior

The ultimate stay: an opulent property, private safaris and gourmet dining.

Prices depend on dates, group size and stay. Ask for prices on WhatsApp or call +91 93801 42405.

What's included and what's not

Included

Travel insurance
All three meals
Goodie bag
All safari and park-entry fees
AC transport from pickup and back

Not included

Travel to the meeting point
Personal expenses

Nagarhole at a glance

Nagarhole lies in the Kodagu and Mysuru districts of Karnataka and is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, contiguous with Bandipur across the Kabini reservoir. The forest mixes moist and dry deciduous woodland with swamps and grassland, which is why tigers, leopards, elephants, gaur, dhole and a long list of birds share it. Allow roughly four to five hours by road from Bengaluru.

Nagarhole safari timings and gates

Safaris run in a morning and an afternoon slot, roughly 6 am to 9:30 am and 3 pm to 6:30 pm, and the timings shift with the season. Entry points include the Veeranahosahalli and Nanachi gates and the Kabini (Damanakatte) side. We confirm the slot and gate when we book your trip.

Jeep, canter and the Kabini boat safari

Land safaris are by jeep or canter. Jeeps carry fewer people, are quieter and are better for photography; canters are cheaper. On the Kabini side there is also a boat safari on the reservoir, good for elephants at the water's edge and for birds. Ask us if you want the boat safari added.

Best time to visit Nagarhole

The park can be visited from about October to May. Summer (March to May) draws animals to the water and is the classic season for tigers and leopards; the post-monsoon months are green and good for birds. Heavy monsoon rain makes forest tracks difficult.

Who leads the trip

Every Tentasy trip is led by a naturalist from our team, with small groups, a photographer on the trip and strict distance and no-baiting rules around wildlife. Meet them on our About page.

Related Tentasy trips and guides

Bandipur safari guide: Nagarhole's neighbour across the Kabini reservoir
South India Grand Circuit: Kabini and Bandipur on a longer journey
Wildlife photography workshops: Learn to photograph the forest
Indian wildlife tours: More parks across India
School and college tours: Nagarhole on our educational itineraries

Nagarhole trip FAQ

How do I book a Nagarhole safari?

Tell us your dates and group size on WhatsApp or the contact form. Tentasy books the stay, safaris and transport as one package, so you do not need to book slots yourself.

What are the Nagarhole safari timings?

Two slots a day, roughly 6 am to 9:30 am and 3 pm to 6:30 pm. Timings change with the season, and we confirm them at booking.

What is the difference between Nagarhole and Kabini?

Kabini is the reservoir and the backwater side of the same forest, popular for boat safaris and elephants. Nagarhole is the national park and tiger reserve. Both belong to the same landscape.

Is the boat safari worth it?

On the Kabini side, yes: the water's edge is good for elephants and birds, and the light is lovely. It complements, rather than replaces, a jeep or canter safari.

Can I do Nagarhole as a weekend trip from Bengaluru?

Yes. Our 2-night, 3-day trip is designed for that: you leave Bengaluru and return with a safari, a waterfall and an estate walk in between.

What does the Tentasy trip include?

Travel insurance, all three meals, a goodie bag, all safari and park-entry fees, and AC transport from pickup and back. Travel to the meeting point and personal expenses are not included.