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3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Karnataka in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Mysore Palace
    20 minutes (5.3 km) from Mysore Airport

    Visit the Mysore Palace, a stunning building with a mix of Hindu, Islamic, Gothic, and Rajput styles of architecture. The palace is grand, and its illuminated interior is breathtaking. The palace is open from 10 AM to 5:30 PM every day, except on Sundays and public holidays.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp
    3 hours (130 km) from Mysore Palace

    Visit the Dubare Elephant Camp in Coorg, where you can interact with these gentle giants, watch them being bathed, and learn about their history. The camp is open from 9 AM to 11 AM and from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

  3. Day 3: Bandipur National Park
    2.5 hours (80 km) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    Visit the Bandipur National Park, which is home to tigers, elephants, leopards, and other exotic animals. Take a jungle safari and enjoy the scenic beauty of the park. The park is open from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mysore Palace (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Bandipur National Park (4 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,200

Useful Tips

If you have more time, spend a day exploring the beautiful Coorg district, known for its coffee plantations and scenic beauty. You can also visit the Brindavan Gardens in Mysore, which is open from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM. If you have less time, you can skip the Dubare Elephant Camp and spend more time exploring Mysore, or visit the Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary in Srirangapatna, which is open from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.

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