Best
Time: Mid September - End March
Day 1 : Bangalore
Arrive
at Bangalore. You will be met by our representative and we take you to
Bangalore. On arrival at Banglore check in hotel. Morning free,
afternoon we take you to visit the Vidhan Soudha, Bull Temple, Tipu's
Palace. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day
2 : Bangalore to Bheemeshwari
AM 0900 Hrs after breakfast we
take you to Bheemeshwari (about 100kms/ 03hrs) and check into the
Cauvery fishing & nature camp. The sparkling blue waters of Cauvery
wind through rocks and ravines and fall of the Deccan Plateau to form
the twin falls of Barachukki and Gaganachukki. Lying between these
breathtaking cascades is Bheemeshwari. Where nature has created a
natural habitat for the Masher fish and a variety of existing animals.
You can see herds of elephants amongst thick trees, Deer's springing in
the air. Wild boars, monkeys, jackals, crocodiles, otters and even
leopards, plenty of birds too! Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day
3 : Bheemeshwari
AM 0900 Hrs after breakfast we take you to
Cauvery Fishing Camp. It will provide enthusiastic anglers a chance to
try their luck at fishing. And mind you, it's no ordinary fishing.
Because the Cauvery abounds with Masheer- the finest game fish that can
fight like a tiger. Sail down the Cauvery in a coracle, a native boat
made of buffalo hide. Watch the cormorant dive deep into the water and
emerge victoriously with its morning catch. Spot the Indian mud turtle,
the elusive otter or even a lone tusker as it ambles by for a drink and
a breathing sunset across the river. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day
4 : Bheemeshwari to Mysore
AM 0900 Hrs after breakfast drive to
Mysore (about 240kms/ 06hrs) and check into the hotel. Afternoon visit
the Mysore Palace and Chamundi Hill. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day
5 : Mysore to B.R. Hills
AM 0900 Hrs after breakfast we drive to
B.R Hills (about 87kms/ 02hrs), a unique blend of a wild life sanctuary
and hill station. The B.R Hills is a heaven for a variety of wild
animals and birds, making it a 'must' for those who love the jungle in
its pristine glory. Check into the hotel. Explore the wild life
sanctuary. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 6 : B.R. Hills
AM
0900 Hrs after breakfast we take to jungle activities at BR Hills Camp.
Some information on BR Hills Camp: it is set in a very hilly area and
the accommodation is in Deluxe tents, you can take 2 jeep safaris per
day for approximately 3 hours each time. Short elephant safaris are also
available. Sightings are good. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day
7 : .R Hills to Nagarhole National Park
AM 0900 Hrs after
breakfast we drive to Nagarhole National Park (about 166kms/ 05hrs) and
check into the Kabini River Lodge, Karapur. Deriving its name from
Kannada 'Naga' meaning snake and 'Hole' referring to streams. Nagarohole
is truly a delightful spot, bubbling with the activity of some of the
most magnificent animals and trees. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day
8 : Nagarhole
AM 0900 Hrs after breakfast we take you to Nestled
amidst the Karapur Forest in the southern part of Nagarhole National
Park. Nagarhole National Park Lies a pristine piece of land that abounds
with nature. A view from the Kabini River Lodge proves to be absolutely
breathtaking. Morning go for a jeep safari to sight the animals, and
have a ride on elephant in the jungle. Evening cruises through the
serene backwaters of the Kabani River on a motorboat viewing crocodiles
and chirpy birds, intent on their evening catch. Overnight stay in
Resort.
Day 9 : Nagarhole to Vythiri
AM 0900 Hrs
after breakfast we drive to Vythiri (about 237kms/ 06hrs), a very
picturesque journey over the Western Ghats. Check into the resort. The
rest of the day explores the dense forest and the birds around there by
trekking. Under the shadow of verdant forest amidst the fragrance of a
thousand scents, where times move according to the ancient rhythms,
where you will learn the art of living in the easy going way, gentle,
relaxed and carefree. Overnight stay in Tree House.
Day 10
: Vythiri to Shornur
AM 0900 Hrs After breakfast we drive to
Shornur (about 220kms/ 04hrs). Enroute visit the Punnathur Kotta,
Guruvayoor- the elephant camp. Proceed and check into the hotel. The
rest of the day free. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 11 :
Shornur to Parambikulam
Am 0900 Hrs After breakfast we drive to
Parambikulam (about 75 Kms/ 03hrs), The reserve is particularly rich in
wild animals and bird life, but also has one of the earliest managed
teak forests in the world, going back to 1845. Some of the trees are
reputed to be over 400 years old. Check into the PWD guest houses (only
basic facilities). The rest of the day free. Over night stay in
Guesthouse.
Day 12 : Parambikulam
Am 0900 Hrs After
breakfast explore the sanctuary by trekking, guided by forest officials.
Wildlife includes Nilgiri Langur, Lion-tailed macque, elephant, gaur,
tiger, panther, sloth, wild boar and bear. Overnight stay in Guesthouse.
Day
13 : Parambikulam to Munnar
Am 0900 Hrs After breakfast we drive
to Munnar (about 220kms/ 06hrs), via Udumalpettu. Enroute explore the
Chinnar Wild Life Sanctuary. Proceed and check into the hotel. Overnight
stay in Hotel.
Day 14 : Munnar
Am 0900 After
breakfast drive to Eravikulam National Park. Famous for the Nilgiri Thar
- the endangered species in the world. Here you can discover the highest
peak in South India, called Anamudi, the height is 2695metres. The
forest around here known as evergreen forest, more than 30species of the
grasslands are regarded as rare and threatened. And also you can enjoy
in the tea gardens. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 15 :
Munnar to Periyar
Am 0900 Hrs After Breakfast we drive to
Periyar (about 105kms/ 03hrs). On the way we can see beautiful sceneries
and cardamom plantations. Check into the hotel. Afternoon we move to do
a plantation tour. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 16 :
Periyar
AM 0900 Hrs after Breakfast explore the Periyar Wild
Life Sanctuary, know as Periyar Tiger Reserve. Afternoon cruise a boat
ride in Periyar Lake surrounded by hills to see the natural beauty and
wild animals, mainly elephants fetching water from the lake. Overnight
stay in Hotel.
Day 17 : Periyar to Kumarakom
AM
0900 Hrs after breakfast check out from Hotel and we drive down to
Kumarakom (145 Kms / 4 Hrs). On arrival at Kumarakom visit the Kumarakom
Bird Sanctuary and later check in at hotel in, Evening go for Sunset
cruise (optional) or enjoy the beauty of backwater by just relaxing near
Vembanadu Lake. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 18 :
Kumarakom- Kovalam
AM 0900 Hrs After breakfast check out from
Hotel and we transfer you to Kovalam (190 Kms / 4.5 Hrs). On arrival at
Kovalam check into Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure on the beach at
Kovalam. Overnight stay in Hotel, Kovalam.
Day 19 :
Kovalam-Trivandrum-Kovalam
AM 0900 Hrs After breakfast we take
you for a day excursion to Kanyakumari. En-route sightseeing of
Trivandrum. Visit: The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Museum, Sri
Padmanabha Temple afternoon relax at on the beach Overnight stay at
Hotel, Kovalam.
Day 20 : Departure
AM: At leisure,
later we will pick up from Hotel and transfer you to Trivandrum -
airport / Railway station. End of Tour / services.
Happy Tour
Ending.
