Adventure Tourism in Karnataka

Anthargange - The Ultimate Adventure Destination

Anthargange is a destination that will surely please the adventure buffs. The name Anthargange actually refers to a perennial spring, which lies on the hills to the East of Kolar district in Karnataka. The spring gushes its ways through some massive rock formations that come together to form a......

Bandipur – An Encounter With The Wild

The Bandipur Forest Reserve area is one of the better known tiger reserves in India, boasting of a tiger population of nearly 70. It lies just 80 km from Mysore and about 220 km from Bangalore, and you can drive down from either of the cities. The Region, The Wildlife And More The reserve in......

Bangalore - A Dynamic City Of India

Skyscraping buildings, the best airport, green gardens, adventure & sports centers, and bustling shopping malls, unarguably make Bangalore one of India's dynamic cities and a travelers paradise. The nation's leading information technology exporter Bengaluru is widely regarded as the silicon......

Bannerghatta – A Natural Zone Near a High Tech City

If you live in Bangalore and are looking for a place to visit during the weekend, try going to Bannerghatta. This is a very prominent destination that attracts people from all around the world. The Bannerghatta Wildlife Park, is located at a distance of 22 km south of Bangalore City. Covering an......

Belgaum – The Third Largest City In Karnataka!

Belgaum/Belagavi is the third largest city in Karnataka. Officially known as Belagavi, the place was also named as Venugrama or the Bamboo Village during historical times. It is interesting to know that the city has been selected as one among the 20 cities called as smart cities under PM Modi’s......

Bellary - The Cultural City Of Karnataka!

Bellary is one of the tourist destinations in Karnataka. This place shares its border with Andhra Pradesh. For the same reason, the culture of the place is a blend of both Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Tourist Places In And Around Bellary Bellary is a place that is historically significant. Many......

Bhadra – A Paradise in Green

Bhadra is a region that's mainly famous for the Bhadra Wildlife sanctuary, and it is situated in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. Located in the Western Ghats, this wildlife sanctuary recently became part of Project Tiger and is now a tiger reserve. Set amidst the lush forests of the......

Bheemeshwari – The Place Nestled Between The Waterfalls

  Bheemeshwari is a small town that's located in the Mandya district and is fast becoming a favoured destination for adventure and nature enthusiasts. Bheemeshwari is located 100 km away from Bangalore, and this makes it an ideal weekend getaway. Nestled between the Mekedatu and Shivanasamudra......

Cauvery Fishing Camp - A Getaway for Anglers

Amidst the forests of southern Karnataka, along the majestically flowing river Cauvery, lies the Cauvery Fishing Camp. The place attracts nature lovers like bees to enjoy it wilderness and solitude. One of the best getaways from the busy day-to-day life, this place offers adventure, fun, calm and......

Chamrajnagar - Explore A Beautiful Destination!

Chamrajnagar is a town located in the southern part of Karnataka. Named after the erstwhile king of Mysore, Chamaraja Wodeyar IX, the place is on the highway that connects the state to Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The place was earlier named Hari Kutara and was later renamed as Chamrajnagar. Tourist......

Chikballapur - The Birthplace Of Sri Visvesvaraya

Chikballapur is the district headquarters of the new Chikballapur district of Karnataka. This district, which was previously a part of Kolar district, has many fascinating tourist attractions. Chikballapur town lies about 50 km from Bangalore and is the district headquarters of the Chikballapur......

Chikmagalur - A One-stop Destination For The Restless

Chikmagalur is a town that's located in a district of the same name in the state of Karnataka. The region is popular as it has a huge number of tourist spots. The town of Chikmagalur lies near the Malnad region, the hilly wetlands of the state. Chikmagalur literally means “the land of the younger......

Chitradurga Tourism - The Land Of Stone Castle

Chitradurga is a town located in the Chitradurga district of Karnataka. Belonging to the southern part of the state, the town has various other names like Chitradurg, Chittaldurg and Chitrakaldurga. The place derives its name from Chitrakaldurga which means 'picturesque castle'. Chitradurga is......

Coorg - Scotland of India/ 2023

Coorg or Kodagu is one of the popular tourist destinations in Karnataka. Coorg is situated in the southwestern part of Karnataka in the Malnad area of Western Ghats. Situated at a varied altitude of 900 m to 1715 m above sea level, It is found at the southern end of the Western Ghats. House of......

Dandeli – A Treat For Lovers Of Green

Dandeli is a small town situated in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. Surrounded by the dense deciduous forests of the Western Ghats, Dandeli is a renowned adventure sports destination in South India. This quaint town is a famous educational as well as industrial hub in the state and it......

Davanagere - Visit The Manchester City Of Karnataka!

Davanagere is famous for its well-known delicacy benne dose or benne dosa. Most people in Karnataka know about Davanagere through this dish! Folklore says that the city of Davanagere or Davangere was founded when one of the Chalukya rulers made a pitstop here while on his journey. The king and......

Visit The City Of Dharwad!

Dharwad is one of the major destinations and cultural headquarters of North Karnataka. The name Dharwad originated from the Sanskrit word 'Dwarawata' which means door town and is quite famous for its Dharwad peda – a milk-based sweetmeat. Dharwad is quite popular among tourists for its historical......

Doddamakali – An Angler's Paradise

Doddamakali is one of the popular scenic destinations in Karnataka, known for its rustic charm and sylvan surroundings. It is situated 6 km upstream from the Bheemeshwari Fishing Camp, at a distance of 132 km from Bangalore. Doddamakali is a popular location for corporate team building and......

Dubare - A Tryst with Elephants

The dense forests of Dubare in Karnataka are famous for their elephant camps where visitors can have a close experience with the gentle giants. The Dubare forest reserve area is located in Coorg, on the banks of the river Kaveri. This place has traditionally been an elephant training ground.......

Gadag - A Magnificent Display Of Chalukya Life

Gadag is a like a slice of history tucked away in the western corner of Karnataka. The little town of 4656 square kilometres may not resound with the footfalls of visitors, but connoisseurs of Indian architecture will be fascinated by the different temple complexes that tower over the Gadag......

Galibore – A Destination Housed In The Jungles

Galibore is one of the popular scenic destinations in Karnataka, which lies in the vicinity of Bangalore, at a distance of 110 km. About 10 kilometers away from Sangam, the converging point of River Arkavathi and River Cauvery, Galibore is an uninhabited area situated amidst the deep deciduous......

Gokarna - Of Temples And White Sands

Gokarna- best regarded as a temple town, is a famous tourist destination, a major Hindu pilgrimage center, and a beach attraction in the North Canara district. A dreamlike confluence of the two rivers, Aganashini and Gangavali, forms a shape similar to the ear of a cow ( Gokarna), and that's......

Honnemardu – For The Adventurous At Heart

Honnemardu is a wonderful getaway for those who love a taste of adventure and prefer water sports. The small village is located on the slopes of a hill close to the Honnemardu reservoir. The village is located in the Shimoga district and lies 379 kilometers from Bangalore. Some Snippets About......

Jog Falls – At Nature's Majestic Best

The Jog Falls is perhaps the most stunning example of nature's majesty. The falls originate from the Sharavathi river and consist of four distinct segments and these are Raja, Rani, Rover and Rocket. The Crystal Cascades Of Jog The sight of this magnificent sheet of water cascading straight......

Kabini – The Pachyderm Capital

The region of Kabini is very well known for its wildlife, thanks to the Kabini Wildlife Reserve, which is a part of the Nagarahole Nature Reserve. It is a very popular destination among tourists who visit Karnataka and is located about 163 km from Bangalore. The Kabini Forest Reserve in Karnataka......

Kalburgi - Take A Tour Around The Monumental City!

Kalburgi, or Gulbarga, is one of the tourist destinations of Karnataka. Though the city was earlier a part of Hyderabad, it was later incorporated into Karnataka. Kalburgi is one of the rapidly urbanising cities, known for its monuments and other structures that breathe out the historical and......

Karwar - The Queen Of The Konkan Coast

Karwar, on the western coast of the Indian Peninsula, lies just 15 km from the district of Goa and 520 km from the state capital of Bangalore. It is the district headquarter of the Uttara Kannada district and is a historic town as it has been a vibrant trading post from the 15th century onwards.......

Kemmannugundi - The Royal Resort

Situated in the Tarikere Taluq of Chikmagalur District in Karnataka, Kemmannugundi Hill Station is surrounded by the Baba Budan Giri Hills. It is an enchanting place with high hills, cascading waterfalls, dense forests and lush grasslands. Because this region was the favoured retreat of......

Kodachadri - Designed For The Hardy

Located 1343 metres above sea level, Kodachadri houses one of the most famous temples in India, the Kollur Mookambika Temple. The Kodachadri mountain peak rises from amidst the dense forest and this place is situated in the middle of the Mookambika National Forest in the Shimoga district. It lies......

Kokkare Bellur – Where Vibrant Winged Visitors Beckon...

Paying a visit to a bird sanctuary and watching multihued avian beauties is something everyone would enjoy. Passing by tranquil lanes reverberating with soothing chirps and twitters of birds further adds to the beauty of touring through a sanctuary. But sanctuaries that act as bird terminals to......