7-Day Bangalore Nature Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Kempegowda International Airport

    Explore the 240-acre garden with over 1,000 species of plants and trees, a serene lake, and a glasshouse inspired by London's Crystal Palace.

  2. Day 2: Bannerghatta Biological Park
    1 hour (22 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Discover the natural habitat of Indian tigers, lions, and other wild animals in the 25,000-acre park, also featuring a butterfly park and a zoo.

  3. Day 3: Nandi Hills
    1 hour 30 minutes (60 km) from Bannerghatta Biological Park

    Hike to the top of the hill and witness the sunrise or sunset, enjoy the panoramic views of the city, visit the ancient Nandi Temple, and take a stroll around Amruth Sarovar lake.

  4. Day 4: Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
    2 hours 30 minutes (135 km) from Nandi Hills

    Cruise along the river and witness thousands of resident and migratory birds, including painted storks, spoonbills, and kingfishers, plus crocodiles, otters, and monkeys.

  5. Day 5: Kudremukh National Park
    6 hours (330 km) from Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

    Go on a trekking adventure in the lush Western Ghats, home to waterfalls, forests, and diverse wildlife, such as tigers, leopards, elephants, and bears.

  6. Day 6: Abbey Falls
    5 hours 30 minutes (250 km) from Kudremukh National Park

    Relax by the roaring waterfalls, surrounded by coffee and spice plantations, and take a dip in the refreshing pool.

  7. Day 7: Bandipur National Park
    5 hours 30 minutes (240 km) from Abbey Falls

    Embark on a wildlife safari and spot tigers, elephants, gaurs, sloth bears, and more in the beautiful forest, also featuring a tiger reserve and an elephant sanctuary.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, admission: ₹20-₹25)
  • Bannerghatta Biological Park (4-5 hours, safari: ₹340-₹1,135)
  • Nandi Hills (6-7 hours, admission: ₹5-₹15)
  • Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (3-4 hours, boat ride: ₹250-₹450)
  • Kudremukh National Park (8-9 hours, trek guide: ₹1,500-₹3,000)
  • Abbey Falls (2-3 hours, admission: ₹15-₹30)
  • Bandipur National Park (5-6 hours, safari: ₹1,000-₹7,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,630-₹11,655
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