Dubare Elephant Camp Nisargadhama
There is something about elephants that brings
out the child in us. Karnataka is famous for its
elephants and the Dubare training facility is a
delightful experience for any animal lover. And
it's not just elephants, one can also spot
leopards, gaurs, bears, peacocks and partridges
in the surrounding forests. An island near Coorg formed by the Kaveri river,
Nisargadhama can be accessed by a hanging
bridge. The place is perfect for vacations and
boat rides. The 25-acre island is full of bamboo,
teak and sandalwood trees and is a home to
animals like deers, peacocks and rabbits.
Angling Madikeri Fort
The Mahseet fish in Coorg attracts a lot of
professional anglers from all over the world.
Angling season is from November to March.
Apart from having fun at the various fishing
camps, one can also enjoy the picturesque
views! A place for the history lovers, the original
Madikeri Fort was built in the 17th century by
Mudduraja and was rebuilt in granite by Tipu
Sultan in 1790. Near the fort is a museum that
exhibits a lot of Tipu Sultan's possessions as
well as artefacts from the British era.