BANGALORE: Dandeli is a town in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka in the Western Ghats region. It is an ideal vacation getaway for those who love nature and adventure. To say that the place is breathtakingly beautiful would be an understatement. The large forest cover, so untouched by pollution, is simply out of this world.Dandeli is 470 kms from Bangalore and is well-connected for travel. You can take a train from Bangalore to Dharwad and then a bus ride of 57 kms to Dandeli. Located along the banks of the River Kali with the Western Ghats as a backdrop, the city is surrounded by dense deciduous forests containing one of the richest wildlife habitats in the world. Dandeli Resorts has different kinds of lodges for the guests. For adventure junkies, Kali Adventure Camp or Bison Resort is perfect since it’s right on the banks of the River Kali. It is also the only place in South India that offers rafting on the Kali River. If white water rafting is not enough, there is the option of overnight rafting or canoeing trips. Treks, cycling and mountain biking are other adventure sports to try.Wildlife enthusiasts will fall in love with Dandeli and its abundant wildlife. The Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-visit!The Jungle Safari is perfect for viewing Dandeli’s birds and animals. You might even get a glimpse of the black panther or the Malabar giant squirrel. Don’t be surprised to see a giant Iguana, King cobra and Tiger in the dense forests nearby. Dandeli, with it’s expansive forests, is perfect for a nature walk. Explore on your own or with resort guides.The climate in Dandeli is temperate right through the year. The summer season prevails from March to May with an average temperature of about 33 degrees and the winters in Dandeli start from December and last up to February with an average temperature of about 26 degrees. Dandeli witnesses heavy rainfalls in monsoons and mostly, the tourists avoid visiting the place in monsoons for the same reason as touring activities are restricted due to the heavy downpour.The best season to visit Dandeli is from October to March. The ideal time for sightseeing and white water rafting is from December to May. For sighting the maximum birds, October and November are the best months because a lot of exotic birds visit the wildlife sanctuary during this time. The months of March, April and May are best for water sport activities as the weather is warm and water can be the perfect sport. Unravel the mysteries of the natural world and enjoy the versatility of a picturesque city.
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