The places near Mysore are a treat to behold and the climate adds to the whole scenario.
There are brilliant resorts that JLR offers where you can indulge in some good resorts.
These are some of the places you need to visit:
Dubare Elephant Camp
This camp is especially for nature lovers who like witnessing nature in all its glory. The Dubare Elephant camp is located in the Coorg district of Karnataka. Through this Elephant camp, you can get to know the gentle giants better. A trained naturalist takes the guests through the complexities of elephant history and biology. The visitors can then visit the elephants and then see the bathing rituals of the elephants.
The surrounding forests near Dubare are home to several other animals like the Gaur, Leopard, Wild Dog, Sloth bear, and Peacock. Post Monsoon months are perfect to visit Dubare, the surroundings are lush and the rivers are swell.
Bannerghatta Nature Camp
Bannerghatta is a wonder on its own. This unique reserve stands on the middle ground which isn’t too far away from the city life but also close to nature. It’s one such camp where you should go to take a break from the monotonous rhythm of the hustle and bustle of city life. It has vast areas of forest cover where you can see Porcupines, Elephants, and several such animals. It’s also the home to the first-ever Lions and Tiger safari in India.
You can also have a wonderful experience of exploring Asia’s largest Butterfly park. Being in the middle ground where the city’s chaos and nature’s soothing meets, it’s a humbling experience for sure. This is ideal for people who don’t want to travel too far away and just want a small getaway.
Galibore Nature camp
The deciduous forests lined near the river Kaveri would be the perfect description of this scenic place. You can have a treat for your eyes in Galibore nature camp. The most wonderful and breathtaking part of this property is the rapids. Every adventure lover has to try rafting once in their life while along the riverside swims by Masheer, also known as the Tiger of the aquatic world. Fishing is not allowed on these waters but the camp has several other activities you can indulge in. Some animals you can spot here are animals like the Grizzled giant squirrel, Spotted deers, and Snakes. When the night sets in you can have a relaxed barbeque night or a bonfire with your company.
Bheemeshwari Adventure camp
Every person seeking a little thrill in their lives would love this camp. This camp is in the right distance which is a little away from the city life and also at the same time accessible for the public. Several activities could shoot up your adrenaline in these camps. Ranging from zip-lining, kayaking, and rafting, you can choose your way to have some fun. Moreover, you can also sight some majestic animals like around two hundred species of birds, Elephants and more. The best time to visit the camp is around August to February, this time the river is alive and gushing. There are several birds like the Kingfisher that come and perch by the riverside.
These are some of the wonderful ways you can have a getaway very close to Mysore. You needn’t get too far away from the city and yet get to experience nature in all its glory. So pamper yourself with a weekend full of adventure and joy for nature with JLR.
