About Dandeli

Karnataka

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Overview

Dandeli is a town on the Kali river in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, surrounded by the forests of the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, part of the Kali Tiger Reserve. The sanctuary covers about 866 sq km of moist deciduous forest and is known for hornbills, elephants, gaur and black panthers. Visitors come for jeep safaris from Kulgi, birdwatching around Ganeshgudi, and river activities on the Kali. The Kulgi Nature Camp is run by the Kali Tiger Reserve.

Best Time to Visit Dandeli

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-FebBest Window

Why visit

Pleasant weather, good birdwatching and jeep safaris from Kulgi.

Keep in mind

Riverside resorts fill on long weekends.

How to Reach Dandeli

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Hubballi and Belagavi have the nearest airports. Alnavar and Londa are the nearest railway stations, with road links on to Dandeli.

Getting Around Dandeli

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Autos and taxis run in Dandeli. Most resorts arrange transfers to Kulgi and the river.

Best Areas to Stay in Dandeli

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Kulgi Nature Camp

Safari and forest stays

Forest Department camp inside the tiger reserve, booked through the Kali Tiger Reserve website.

Dandeli town and riverside

River activities and families

Resorts and homestays along the Kali river around town.

Ganeshgudi

Birdwatching

Quieter forest lodges north of town.