2-Day Bangalore Nature Itinerary (May 2023)

  1. Day 1: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    14 minutes (5.6 km) from Bangalore City Center

    Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a 240-acre garden and home to over 1000 species of plants. It also has a glass house modeled after London's Crystal Palace. Stroll through the serene gardens and enjoy the variety of flora and fauna. Don't miss the 3000 million-year-old rock formations that date back to the formation of the earth.

  2. Day 1: Bannerghatta National Park
    45 minutes (20 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Bannerghatta National Park is a 25,000-acre park that houses many endangered species of flora and fauna. The park has a zoo, a safari, a butterfly park, and a snake house. Take a safari and spot tigers, lions, and bears in their natural habitats. Witness the colorful butterflies in the butterfly park or the venomous snakes at the snake house.

  3. Day 2: Nandi Hills
    1 hour and 20 minutes (60 km) from Bannerghatta National Park

    Nandi Hills is a beautiful hill-station located on the outskirts of Bangalore. It is surrounded by lush greenery and is known for its stunning sunrise and sunset views. Hike up to the Nandi Temple or simply relax and enjoy the scenic beauty. You can also go paragliding or cycling in the hills.

  4. Day 2: Ramanagara
    1 hour (49 km) from Nandi Hills

    Ramanagara is a serene town surrounded by rocky hills and lush greenery. It is famous for its silk industry and also for being the shooting location for the famous Bollywood movie "Sholay". You can go trekking in the hills or visit the silk farms to see how silk is made. Don't forget to try the local cuisine at one of the town's many restaurants.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, free)
  • Bannerghatta National Park (4 hours, ₹260 for Indian visitors, ₹520 for foreign visitors)
  • Nandi Hills (5 hours, ₹5 for entry, paragliding and cycling prices vary)
  • Ramanagara (4 hours, prices vary for trekking and silk farm visits, restaurant prices vary)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹785 for Indian visitors, ₹1305 for foreign visitors
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