Southern India
Machaan Wilderness Lodge, Nagarahole
Located near the Nagarahole Tiger Reserve, this serene retreat is set within a coffee plantation and is a haven for wildlife. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views, indulge in local culinary delights, and unwind in the lodge’s serene spa or pool area. Jungle safaris into Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are on offer here, as well as guided nature walks, and birdwatching expeditions led by seasoned naturalists. The lodge also offers unique experiences like nocturnal walks and coffee plantation tours, providing insights into the region’s rich biodiversity and culture.
Facilities
Hadlu Spa, swimming pool, open-air restaurant - 'Fig Tree Kitchen', Sky Deck.
Local Wildlife
Mammals: Bengal tiger, leopard, sloth bear, dhole (wild dog), jackal, jungle cat, leopard cat, rusty spotted cat, Asian elephant, gaur, four-horned antelope, sambar, chital (spotted deer), muntjac (barking deer), chevrotain (mouse deer), wild pig, bonnet macaque, Hanuman langur, slender loris, giant fruit bat, flying squirrel, giant squirrel, Indian pangolin, Indian porcupine, Indian hare, small Indian civet, palm civet, common mongoose, stripe-necked mongoose, brown mongoose, ruddy mongoose, otter.
Birds: peafowl, osprey, grey-headed fishing eagle, crested hawk eagle, serpent eagle, honey buzzard, Shaheen falcon, hobby, king vulture, scarlet minivet, fairy blue bird, grey jungle fowl, red spurfowl, grey partridge, Malabar trogon, blue-headed bee eater, Malabar pied hornbill, great black woodpecker, Alexandrine parakeet, lesser coucal, Indian pitta, scimitar babbler, paradise flycatcher, Malabar whistling thrush, green imperial pigeon, yellow-legged green pigeon, racket-tailed drongo, hill myna, owls, nightjars, cormorants, teal, ducks, herons and waders.
Optional Activities
Game drives in Nagarahole National Park, nocturnal walks, guided hikes, nature trails, birdwatching.
Jonathan Morris
Area Specialist
Take advantage of the guided nature walks offered by the lodge’s naturalists, and learn about the local flora and fauna, as well as the art of coffee cultivation. You are likely to come across some beautiful bird species.
If you have any questions regarding our India tours, please feel free to contact me on +44 (0)1803 866965
Thank you for arranging such a thoroughly enjoyable trip, which went so smoothly. We hope to return to India again before too long.