About Kabini
Overview
Best Time to Visit Kabini
Plan your trip around the right season
Why visit
Dry months bring large herds of elephants to the Kabini backwaters, and March to May gives the best big cat sightings.
Keep in mind
April and May are hot and resorts book up for long weekends.
Why visit
The forest is lush and green and resort rates are lower.
Keep in mind
Heavy rain can make drives wet and sightings harder in the thick growth.
Why visit
Dry months bring large herds of elephants to the Kabini backwaters, and March to May gives the best big cat sightings.
Keep in mind
April and May are hot and resorts book up for long weekends.
Why visit
The forest is lush and green and resort rates are lower.
Keep in mind
Heavy rain can make drives wet and sightings harder in the thick growth.
How to Reach Kabini
Intercity connectivity and travel options
Kabini is about 80 km south of Mysuru via HD Kote. Mysuru has the nearest railway station and Bengaluru the nearest major airport, about 220 km away.
Getting Around Kabini
Local transport and practical tips
Local transport
There is little public transport; resorts arrange safaris, boat rides and transfers.
Best Areas to Stay in Kabini
Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip
Kabini backwaters
River views and safarisLodges line the river and reservoir shore close to the Kakanakote safari point.
HD Kote
Budget staysA small town with basic hotels on the way from Mysuru.



