Things to do in Bandipur National Park, Karnataka
Bandipur National Park is a national park covering 1,456.3 km2 in Chamarajnagar district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was established as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in 1973.
5 places to visit in and around Bandipur National Park, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Bandipur National Park
Bandipur National Park is a national park covering 1,456.3 km2 in Chamarajnagar district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was established as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in 1973.
Wikipedia - 2Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve in the Nilgiri Mountains of the Western Ghats in South India. It is the largest protected forest area in India, spreading across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala.
Wikipedia - 3Mudumalai National Park
Mudumalai National Park is a national park in the Nilgiri Mountains in Tamil Nadu in southern India. It covers 321 km2 at an elevation range of 850–1,250 m in the Nilgiri District and shares boundaries with the states of Karnataka and Kerala.
Wikipedia - 4Gopalaswamy Hills
Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta, is a hill located in the Gundlupete Taluk, Chamarajanagar district of the state of Karnataka, India at a height of 1450m and is extensively wooded. It is also the highest peak in the Bandipur National Park.
Wikipedia - 5Vijayanarayana Temple, Gundlupet
The Vijayanarayana Temple is located in the town of Gundlupet of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka state, India.
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Best time to visit Bandipur National Park
Best weather: Nov–May.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 23°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 28 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 27°C | 72 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 25°C | 171 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 23°C | 372 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 22°C | 378 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 22°C | 276 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 23°C | 204 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 23°C | 214 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 108 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 22°C | 22 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Bandipur National Park
- Nearest railway station: Udagamandalam (UAM), 30 km away.
- Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 63 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Bandipur National Park costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Bandipur National Park is not included.
Compare Bandipur National Park with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandipur National Park | – | Nov–May | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta | 8 km | Nov–May | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Mudumalai National Park | 16 km | Nov–May | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gundlupet | 16 km | Oct–May | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Sholur | 20 km | Nov–May | 19 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Bandipur National Park; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Bandipur National Park?
The best known are Bandipur National Park, Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Mudumalai National Park, Gopalaswamy Hills, Vijayanarayana Temple, Gundlupet.
When is the best time to visit Bandipur National Park?
Best weather: Nov–May.
How do I reach Bandipur National Park?
Nearest railway station: Udagamandalam (UAM), 30 km away. Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 63 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Bandipur National Park cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Bandipur National Park is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.