South India Wildlife Tour
Bangalore - Bannerghatta - Ranganathittu - Nagarhole - Bandipur - Ooty - Cochin - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Kovalam - Thiruvananthapuram - Delhi / Mumbai
Day 01: Arrive Bangalore
On arrival in Bangalore, India, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. In the afternoon you are free to enjoy the splendor of the Garden City of Bangalore. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Bangalore - Bannerghatta - Bangalore
Today enjoy a wild adventure in Bannerghatta National Park. The park is a unique relocation area for tigers and lions rescued from circuses in India. They can be seen in securely fenced areas within the 25,000 acres of the Bannerghatta National Park. See tigers, lions, leopards, elephants, various species of deer and other animals on safari tours within the park. The reptile house, Snake Park and children's corner are other attractions for tourists on a wild adventure tour of Bannerghatta National Park. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 - Bangalore - Mysore
In the morning have your breakfast and ride with us to the exclusive locale of Mysore - the "Scotland of India." On arrival, check into the hotel, refresh yourself and then visit the Mysore Palace, Chamundi hills - Towering over the city are the Brindavan Gardens - A site to be loved. The musical fountains and colorful lights transform this place into a fairyland. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 04 - Mysore - Ranganathittu - Mysore
Full Day excursion to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, situated on the banks of the Kaveri River. Enjoy seeing many species of birds including storks, herons, cormorants, egrets, darters, kingfishers and other water birds. Crocodiles and otters also live in the water surrounding the six islets that comprise the sanctuary. The picturesque Balmurli Falls are also a pretty sight. You can travel by boat along the Kaveri River to see the native and migratory birds nesting and feeding in the sanctuary. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 - Mysore - Nagarhole
Drive to Nagarhole wildlife sanctuary, south of Mysore. Arrive and check in into the Tourist camp / lodge. Stay overnight at the Wild camp.
Day 06 - Nagarhole
Enjoy a full day's game viewing in Nagarhole National Park. See gaur, various deer including sambar and chital, elephants and if you're lucky, a leopard or tiger. You can also see monkeys, squirrels and many species of birds. Stay overnight at the Wild Camp.
Day 07 - Nagarhole - Bandipur
Travel East from Nagarhole on your way to Bandipur National Park. Arrive and check in into the forest lodge. Stay overnight at the forest lodge.
Day 08 - Bandipur National Park
Enjoy a full day's jungle tour in Bandipur National Park. Here you can see elephants, gaur, different species of deer, monkeys, porcupine, many varieties of birds, monitor lizards, sloth bear, civet cats and leopards and tigers. Stay overnight at the forest lodge.
Day 09 - Bandipur - Ooty
Drive to Ooty, a beautiful hill station in Tamil Nadu. On arrival check into the hotel. Afternoon visit the Botanical garden, Doddabetta park, and tea plantations. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 10 - Ooty
Full Day excursion to a Toda Tribal village. See the life of the Toda people, who live close to nature. Their handicrafts and hand woven shawls in bright red, white and black colors, make interesting souvenirs of your trip. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 - Ooty - Bangalore
Drive back to Bangalore to board the flight to your onward destination.
Extended Tour
Day 11 - Ooty - Cochin
After having your breakfast in the morning drive to Cochin - "Queen of the Arabian Sea" On arrival check into the hotel. In the evening see a traditional Kathakali Dance show. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 - Cochin
Have your breakfast and come with us to visit: Jewish Synagogue - Built in 1568, the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth stands, adorned by hundreds of exquisite hand painted Chinese tiles in blue and white. St. Francis Church - originally built out of wood in 1503 and thus earning fame as the oldest European church in India. Dutch Palace - as you climb its stone steps you enter a different world of palanquins and heraldry, and rich murals. Roam about in the cobbled streets, you will love it. Recall your memories of the day while you spend the night at the hotel.
Day 13 - Cochin - Periyar
Today you will drive to Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Arrive and check into the hotel. In the evening enjoy a boat ride at Lake. You can see the elephants and other animals coming down to the lake's edge to drink and bathe. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore the Periyar wildlife sanctuary. See elephants, deer, monkeys, squirrels, porcupines and many different kinds of birds. If you're lucky you can see a tiger in the dense undergrowth of the sanctuary. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 - Periyar - Kovalam
Drive to Kovalam, known for its beautiful beaches. Arrive and check into the hotel and relax. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 - Kovalam
Day free to relax on Kovalam beach. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 17 - Kovalam - Cape Comorin - Kovalam
Full Day excursion to Cape Comorin. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 18 - Kovalam - Thiruvananthapuram - Delhi / Mumbai
Transfer to Airport for the flight to Delhi or Mumbai for to connecting International flight back home.
Tour and Services Ends.
Animal Spotting Tips
If you're serious about observing wildlife there are a few things you can do to enhance your experience and bring you even closer to nature.
1) Once you've planned your trip, visit your local bookshop, library or go on the internet to find a wildlife guide for the area you intend visiting. This will give you the best idea of the kinds of plants and animals you can expect to see.
2) Always take services of a local and experienced naturalist/guide who knows the area better. There is nothing better than local knowledge when it comes to spotting wildlife.
3) Wild animals have their distinct daily and seasonal patterns of activities. a baisc knowledge of these patterns increases one's chances of seeing them. The frequency of wildlife sightings in national parks and reserves varies, depending on the time of year.In India the best times are from February to May,during these months the trees are often bare, so visibility is considerably improved. Since there is also a general scarcity of water, the animals concentrate near sources of water.
4) Many animals have an amazingly alert sense of sight which helps them survive in the wild. To get close takes a great degree of patience and time but you can increase your chances by wearing natural or neutral colours that blend into your surroundings. Keep your movements to a minimum and when you do move, do it slowly and quietly.
5) Animals are very wary of the human voice. So, in order to get close to them, absolute silence is essential. Walk softly and watch where you're placing your feet so as not to snap branches or twigs or create other noise as you make your approach. Even if you have to take a less direct route, avoid walking through dense undergrowth as the animal is more likely to hear you and run away. Avoid carrying any metal objects in your pockets which will make noise. This includes things like car keys and loose change.
6 ) A highly attuned sense of smell is one of the key aspects for many species of wildlife to detect where food is or, indeed, even prey. It is, for many, the most important of their senses in their battle for survival. Don't wear any aftershave or perfume and avoid scented soaps and deodorants. There are plenty of environmentally friendly non-scented soaps and toiletries on the market from specialist camping stores. Although you may baulk at this suggestion, wear your clothes for several days if you're really serious about wildlife spotting. The more you wear your clothes outdoors, the more the fabrics will absorb natural outdoors scents and smells. Always be aware of the wind direction and make sure that the direction in which you approach an animal is where the wind is blowing towards you. If it's blowing away from you, animals can detect your scent from many hundreds of yards away.
7) It shouldn't be important to get too close up to an animal to enjoy the experience and, in some instances, if you do get too near, it can even be dangerous and sometimes life-threatening. Binoculars can keep you at a safe distance from your quarry and means they are less likely to run away. Also, binoculars are the only way to view nesting birds or other forms of young wildlife. You should never get too close to a burrow, a nest or animals out and about with their young.
A magnifying glass will also come in handy if you're interested in examining insects and smaller wildlife alongside plants, flowers etc.
Following these tips and advice will ensure that your experience will be heightened as you marvel at all the wildlife and nature you've witnessed.
South India Wildlife Tour Highlight
| City | Tour Highlight |
| Bangalore | Splendor Garden City of Bangalore. |
| Bannerghatta | Safari in the Park, we can see Tigers, lions, leopards, elephants, various species of deer and other animals |
| Mysore | Day Excursion to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, we can see storks, herons, cormorants, egrets, darters, kingfishers and other water birds. |
| Nagarhole | See gaur, deer, sambar and chital, elephants, leopard or tiger. Monkeys, squirrels, species of birds. |
| Bandipur | Jungle tour of the National Park, we can see elephants, gaur, different species of deer, monkeys, porcupine, many varieties of birds, monitor lizards, sloth bear, civet cats and leopards and tigers. |
| Ooty | Toda Tribal village, see the handicrafts and hand woven shawls in bright red, white and black colors. |
| Cochin | Traditional Kathakali Dance show, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace, |
| Periyar Sanctuary | Explore the Sanctuary, we can see Elephants, deer, monkeys, squirrels, porcupines and many different kinds of birds. |
| Kovalam | Beautiful Beachs, Excursion to Cape Comorin. |
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