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Nagarahole safari bookings changed for visitors today, Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Online slots are shut at Nanachi and Veeranahosahalli gates. Both gates are issuing counter tickets only at the entry points. Kakanakote (Kabini) safaris continue as scheduled for day visitors. The official portal displays the updated advisory and timings. Travellers should plan around on-ground queues and limited walk-in quotas.
Kakanakote runs morning safaris 6:30 am to 9:30 am, and evening 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Reporting is advised at least 30 minutes before the ride. Online sales typically open 15 days ahead and close 48 hours prior. A helpline is listed for assistance: +91 94482 12722. Recheck the portal before departure, since gate status can change midday.
Nagarahole safaris: Gate-wise status and counter ticket rules
The table below compiles today’s gate status, ticket mode, and reporting guidance. Status and timings come from the official portal; queue tips reflect ground experience shared by seasoned visitors. Use this to decide where to line up and when.
| Gate | Online status today | Ticket mode | Safari slots | Reporting guidance | Queue note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakanakote (Kabini) | Open | Online + counter | 06:30–09:30, 15:00–18:00 | Arrive 30+ minutes early | Counters often open about an hour before |
| Veeranahosahalli | Shut | Counter only | As notified on-site | Arrive well before window | One ticket per person norms reported |
| Nanachi | Shut | Counter only | As notified on-site | Arrive well before window | Expect limited walk-in quota |
Nagarahole safaris: Timings, Bengaluru route and early-arrival tips
Driving from Bengaluru, take the Mysuru Expressway, then follow Mysuru–HD Kote Handpost–Bavali Road to Kakanakote, as mapped on the portal from Mysuru onward. For the morning batch, start late night to beat queues. Travellers report lining up from 3:00 am at Kakanakote. Carry the original ID used for booking; foreigners must carry a passport. Keep cash and UPI handy for counters.
If slots fill, ask the counter for the afternoon batch or next morning. Standby allocation from no-shows is sometimes possible, but never guaranteed. Call the helpline for gate-specific guidance before driving across gates. Travellers who prioritise certainty can consider Jungle Lodges packages, which manage their own safari allocations with the Forest Department.