Birdwatching Walk Madikeri

About Birdwatching Walk Madikeri

With a birdwatching tour, you can gape at the vibrant colored birds fly over the lush green grooves of Coorg that are a feast for the eyes. Coorg is famed as the Scotland of India and is often also referred to as the bird’s paradise as it owns a number of beautiful pathways that are home to foreign birds. The entire region of Western Ghats holds about 300 different species of exotic birds and it also draws migratory birds that can be spotted here. Right from the Blue-eared Kingfisher to the white-bellied short wings here you can find all variants of beautiful birds.

Places to Visit and Things to Do in & near Birdwatching Walk Madikeri

1. Chiklihole Reservoir

Snuggled between Madikeri and Kushalnagar, the Chiklihole Reservoir is a place rich in biodiversity and is worth visiting. Apparently, it is one of the tributaries of Cauvery and the views that it extends are home to countless species of birds.

From the wide array of Kingfishers to the foreign birds all of them flock here for the fresh air and scenic views. If you have a special love for the avian species then this is the right place for you to be at. Also, it is located away from the city and provides the seclusion along with the paradisiacal displays of nature.

Location: Kushalnagar 571201, India

Timings: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

2. Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

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Located in Kodagu district the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most scenic spots of the Western Ghats. It is snuggled at the boundary of Wayanad district and therefore many birds flock here from that region.

Though, the sanctuary not only has the avian species but holds a collection of flora and fauna. It gets its name from the Brahmagiri peak on which this sanctuary is located and has an exotic collection of birds.

Location: Kappimala - Paithalmala Rd, Vellad, Karnataka 670571

Timings: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

3. Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuaries

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Named after Talakaveri, that is the origin point of the river Cauvery and the views that it extends are a delight for the eyes and soul. The wildlife sanctuary is known for its collection Elephant, Tiger, Jackal, Gaur, Wild pig, Sloth bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Leopard, Leopard cat, Wild dog and countless other animals, some of which are rare to the region.

Apart from this, here you can also spot a number of avian species like the Great pied hornbill, Malabar trogon, fairy bluebird, broad-billed roller, and black eagle. This sanctuary is a treasure trove for the birdwatchers as it is adorned with a number of pathways where you can watch the birds chirp!

Location: Kodagu district, Karnataka, South India

Timings: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

4. Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

Famed as one of the best Wildlife Sanctuaries of India the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best reserves of the quarter. The sanctuary features a wide collection of endangered birdlife and is adjoining the Bisle reserve forest that attracts more birds.

The Sanctuary features Mandalpatti peak, Kote betta, and Makkalagudi betta where you can spot a number of birds like the Blue-Winged Parakeet, the Grey-Headed Bulbul, the White-Bellied Treepie, the White-Bellied Blue Flycatchers and various others. The entire lush green region is a feast for the birdwatchers it holds a whole lot of them

Location: Subramanya, Road, Kumarahalli, Karnataka 571236

Timings: 5:30 am to 5:00 pm

5. Nagarhole National Park

Locally called the Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole National Park is one of the best reserves in the southern region. This park is the part of the Nilgiri Biosphere and boasts with a number of vibrant colored birds.

The entire region is backed with the trails of tea wood and sandalwood that is home to not only birds but a variety of animals. Also, there is Irupu falls in the proximity that brings more birds to the region. Here you can spot birds like Nilgiri flycatcher, great pied hornbill, and various others.

Location: Mysore - Madikeri Road, Hunsur, Karnataka 571201

Timings: 6:00 am to 9:00 am and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Price: Entrance fee INR 20 per person.