Southern India
Kaav Safari Lodge
Kaav Safari Lodge offers excellent accommodation for those wishing to discover the lush jungles of Kabini. The lodge sits on the border of Nagarahole Tiger Reserve, which, along with Bandipur to the south, lie on either side of the Kabini River. Thoughtfully designed luxury rooms ensure comfort and privacy, while elegantly appointed luxury tents feature private decks and open-air bathtubs. For an exclusive escape, the ‘Kariya’ Luxury Pool Villa boasts a private pool and wooden deck, perfect for those seeking a heightened sense of tranquillity.
Positioned in the heart of a rich ecosystem, the lodge allows guests to explore the vibrant wildlife through jungle safaris, cycling excursions, and birdwatching tours. Nearby, the Kabini River offers breathtaking encounters including sightings of large elephant herds that gather in its expansive meadows.
Facilities
Viewing deck, common lounge, alfresco dining area, outdoor swimming pool, barbecue and bonfire area, Wi-Fi.
Local Wildlife
Mammals: Bengal tiger, leopard, sloth bear, dhole, elephant, gaur, sambar, chital, muntjac, chevrotain, four-horned antelope, wild pig, giant squirrel, flying squirrel, pangolin, Indian porcupine, black-naped hare, hanuman langur, slender loris, bonnet macaque, giant fruit bat.
Birds: Indian cormorant, green-winged teal, lesser whistling-duck, purple heron, Indian pond heron, common greenshank, grey-headed swamphen, grey junglefowl, Indian peafowl, red spurfowl, Malabar trogon, blue-tailed bee-eater, Malabar pied-hornbill, Malabar flameback, Alexandrine parakeet, greater coucal, Indian pitta, orange minivet, Asian fairy-bluebird, tawny-bellied babbler, Indian paradise-flycatcher, Malabar whistling-thrush, southern hill myna, bronzed drongo, green imperial-pigeon, red-headed vulture, white-eyed buzzard, crested serpent-eagle, changeable hawk-eagle, grey-headed fish-eagle, osprey.
Optional Activities
Jungle safaris, boat safari, cycling, traditional 'coracle' boat rides, birding, kayaking.
Jonathan Morris
Area Specialist
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