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Knowledge Box
About Forest
History
Different Wildlife Of Kabini
Zones/ Entry Gates
Best Time To Visit
Nearby Attraction
About Forest
Hidden in the beautiful western ghats in Karnataka is a wildlife lover’s dream—Kabini National Park. It is known around the globe for its rich biodiversity and park boasting stunning dense forests, serene backwaters, and also the pristine Kabini River. It is also home to many flora and fauna, including elephants, leopards, bird species, and tigers (it is famous for the first and last one!).
Moreover, Kabini is also famous for its memorable safari experiences like the jeep safari or a boat safari. The Jeep safari is famous for navigating you through the dense forests of the region. But if you want a unique experience, try the boat safari. If you are into nature, serene getaways, and wildlife, Kabini National Park is the perfect destination for you.
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History
Kabini’s history is enlightening! It was transformed from a hunting ground to a beautiful wildlife haven. In ancient times, it was a private hunting ground or reserve of Mysore’s Maharaja. Both Indian viceroys and Indian royalty came here for hunting purposes. However, later, when the conservation of wildlife became a necessity, the transformation of the area started! The private preserve was first converted into a sanctuary and then a stunning national park, which you can visit today.
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Different Wildlife Of Kabini
Kabini is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts with impressive and diverse species. The national park is known for sightings of elephants and tigers, usually in herds. If you are lucky, you may also spot a few leopards. The other animals you will witness here include sloth bears, gaurs, deer, and the ever-mischievous monkeys!
If you are a bird lover, you can see many here, like ospreys, kingfishers, and the national bird of India—peacocks. Take a safari here to see the rich biodiversity, which also includes sighting sleeping crocodiles on the river bank.
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Zones/ Entry Gates
For ease, Kabini National Park has been divided into two main zones. These are:
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- Zone A: It has dense forest trails.
- Zone B: It is known for showcasing the beauty of Kabini backwaters.
- Kakanakote Gate: The famous entry gate, especially for visitors coming from Mysore and Bangalore.
- Nanachi Gate: For visitors coming from Coorg, it is the best option, and from this gate, you get to see a different side of the park itself.
- Veeranahosahalli Gate: It is known for being the start point of canter safaris.
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Best Time To Visit
The best time for visiting Kabini National Park is from October to February. During this time, the weather is extremely pleasant, making spotting wildlife easier. These months have clear water bodies ensuring you can sight the animals with ease. The only drawback of this reason is increased prices and extreme crowds as it is the peak season.
June to September, the monsoon season is perfect for anyone who prefers fewer people. However, since it rains, the wildlife sightings will be low, but the surroundings will be beautiful.
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Nearby Attraction
Kabini’s tranquil backwaters let you enjoy fishing, birdwatching, and boating. Kabini is near to many famous attractions. These include:
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- Nagarhole National Park for more wildlife experiences.
- Mysore, the beautiful city known for its silk sarees, palaces, and history, is also nearby.
- Coorg is an ideal destination for adventure seekers who can go on treks or explore the coffee plantations.
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Project Initiative In Kabini
There are different projects running in Kabini National Park to serve society these projects are ranging from from irrigation projects to hydroelectric projects. A few of such projects are listed below
» Kabini Dam Project
» Karapuzha Irrigation Project
» Kabini Hydro Electro Project
» Kabini Water Project
About Forest Management Officers
Mr. Iswara B Khandre
Hon’ble Minister of Forests, Biology and Environment,
Government of Karnataka
Mr. Manjunath Prasad. N, Bha.A.Se
Deputy Chief Secretary, Apajee
Mr. Brijesh Kumar Dixit, B.A.S
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief of Forest Force (APAMU)
Karnataka Forest Websites
