Caution
Nagarhole National Park in June
Karnataka, India
Closing for monsoon.
Why June scores 2/5
Weather
Closing for monsoon.
Roads & Access
self drive: Any car.. road condition: Good road.. public transport: None practical.. from nearest city: Mysore 96km (2hrs).. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. note: Remote. Resort first aid only.. ambulance: 108 (30min+). nearest hospital: Hunsur (30km). Mysore (96km).
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: No, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: No. Limited near gate. None inside park.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Safari exciting for kids, Elephant herds spectacular
Elevation
700m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3/5 | Cool. Dense vegetation. Moderate sightings. |
| February | 4/5 | Vegetation thinning. |
| March | 5/5 | Best — dry season, animals at water. |
| April | 5/5 | Peak sightings. Hot but rewarding. |
| May | 4/5 | Hot. Wildlife at diminishing water. |
| Juneviewing | 2/5 | Closing for monsoon. |
| July | 0/5 | Closed. |
| August | 0/5 | Closed. |
| September | 0/5 | Closed. |
| October | 3/5 | Reopens. Dense green. |
| November | 3/5 | November at Nagarhole: 16–27°C, late monsoon still wet in the Kabini zone. Safaris on — shoulder, sightings build but early-month mud slows drives. |
| December | 3/5 | December at Nagarhole: 14–27°C, post-monsoon cooling. Kabini safaris run — workable, water levels still high, sightings concentrate late afternoon. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Mysore 96km (2hrs).. Roads: Good road.. Self-drive: Any car.. Public transport: None practical.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
700m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mid-range
Permits required
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