Some of the exclusive properties Jungle Lodges are as follows :
KABINI RIVER LODGE : Once the hunting ground of the yesteryear Maharaja, nestled in the southern boundary of Nagarhole National park, it is a perfect getaway for adventure seeking individuals and families. A truely world class destination according to British Tatlers Travel Guide.
Activities @ Kabini : Jeep Safaris into National Park, Boat Cruise, Coracle rides, Nature trail, Wildlife movies, Conference for small groups.
DUBARE ELEPHANT CAMP : Located on the banks of Cauvery river, this destination offers a unique experience of understanding the Asiatic Elephants kingdom. It is a family destination suitable for young and old alike. It is also home to variety of birds.
Activities @ Dubare : Coorg - Elephant Interaction, Elephant Rides, Jeep Safari, Coracle Ride, Nature Walk, Bird Watching and River rafting, which is conducted during monsoon only. It is 240km from Bangalore in Coorg district.
Video Link : http://www.youtube.com/user/derebail2009?feature=mhum#p/search/11/vvorLufvPqM
DEVBAGH BEACH RESORT : Karwar - Tagore penned his first poem on the locale enchanted by the backwaters and beaches of Karwar. This destination is an exclusive island, which is reached by houseboat from the Jetty @ Kodibagh. The surrounding destinations are Sadishivgadh fort, Naval ship Museum and of course the goan border. Approx 90 kms from goa airport.
Activities @ Devbagh are Boat ride, Nature walk, Para sailing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Water Scooter, Banana Boat, Dolphin Watching.
Video link : http://www.youtube.com/user/derebail2009?feature=mhum#p/search/0/umqGW-X9Z64
SLOTH BEAR RESORT : Doraji - Hampi - Located near the world heritage destination of Hampi which was once ruled by Krishnadevaraya. The vijaynagar empire flourished on the banks of river tungabhadra, with excellent town planning and where the worlds best diamonds were traded literally on the streets. Just 15 kms away Doraji sloth bear resort is located, which boasts of healthy populace of grizzly bear, not so ferocious to dread. The settings are ideal breeding ground for these animals with crevices, termite terrain, caves and plenty of honeycombs to breed upon.
Activities @ Hampi : Sloth bear safari, Temple visits, Heritage biking, Nature Walks, Bird Watching & Joy fishing. Coracle ride can be experienced in calm waters and Rock climbing is another adventure sports only for experts.
First hand experience by Anushankaran of her visit to sloth bear resort is furnished in the link below which i would recommend for the readers :
http://anushankarn.blogspot.com/2011/01/hampi-part-1-short-visit-to-daroji-bear.html
Sloth bear
Video Link of Daroji & Hampi
One Day Trip from Bangalore and Return :
Galibore Experience :100 kms http://junglelodges.blogspot.com/2011/04/relaxing-in-galibore.html
Weekend @ Bheemeshwari : 110 kms http://junglelodges.blogspot.com/2011/03/weekend-in-bheemeshwari.html
Nature camp @ Doddamakali : 140 kms http://junglelodges.blogspot.com/search/label/Doddamakali
Dubbare Video Link :
Experience of Pratima @ Bandipur http://kharviprathima.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/safari-in-bandipur-national-park/#comment-45
Devbagh and Karwar :
