This is one of the most attractive and diverse wildlife reserves ,Nagarhole National Park, also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, is located in the Kodagu and Mysore districts of Karnataka. Adjoining Kabini Lake, it forms an important animal corridor that runs through the neighbouringBandipur National Park.Its lush green thickets form homes to several species of wildlife that additionally makes for some fantastic wildlife watching.
Attractions: The National Park is the most visited tourist attraction due to the abundant varieties of tigers, leopards, gaurs, elephants, wild dogs, bonnet macaques and common langurs that have made it their home.
Activities: Adventure aficionados will love the 20-seater motorboat rides and Government-run jungle safaris that keep the entertainment going in the park.
Distance from Chennai: 557 km
Best time to visit:
October - May