With about 55 percent of its geographical area being part of recorded forest area, it is little wonder that Karnataka is a wildlife destination that packs a punch.
The wildlife of Karnataka is varied and covers close to 45 percent of the Western Ghats making it one for nature and wildlife lovers. Here are our top five picks for your next ‘wild getaway’.
Kabini and Nagarhole National Park
Arguably one of the best tiger reserves in Karnataka, the Nagarhole National Park or Rajiv Gandhi National Park is a great way to understand the flora and fauna of the Western Ghats.
Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
The first sanctuary for the conservation of the sloth bear in Asia, the Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary is in Bellary District close to the ruins of the UNESCO world heritage site of Hampi.
Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
With its mix of deciduous and evergreen trees, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven for the wild and a favourite with serious nature lovers.
Bandipur National Park
Bandipur National Park located within the Western ghats biosphere connects the cities of Mysore and Ooty and has a national highway running through the park.
BRT Wildlife Sanctuary
Declared as a tiger reserve in 2011, BRT Wildlife Sanctuary is a newer tiger reserve in the Biligiri Ranganatha Betta premises.
Read the full story that first appeared in Our Bangalore dated Nov 9-Nov 15, 2024 here:
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