Bannerghatta Biological Park - Safari, Zoo & Butterfly Park in Bengaluru

Hassan, KarnatakaWILDLIFE

A large biological park near Bengaluru featuring a zoo, a butterfly conservatory, and a popular Grand Safari with tigers, lions, and bears.

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Half day (3-4 hours)

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Friendly

Parking

No Parking

Photography

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About the Destination

Overview

Bannerghatta Biological Park is a large, popular nature reserve on the outskirts of Bengaluru. It's not just a traditional zoo; it's a multi-faceted facility with a zoo, a pet corner, an animal rescue center, a butterfly enclosure, and the main attraction, a safari park. The park covers a substantial area of forest, providing a naturalistic environment for the animals.

Contact Information

Phone: +91-80-29776466

Email: info@bannerghattabiologicalpark.org

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Location & Address

Bannerghatta Road, Bannerghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083, Bannerghatta, Hassan, Karnataka, India

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Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit is from September to February. During these post-monsoon and winter months, the weather is pleasant and cool, making it comfortable to walk around the large park. The vegetation is also green and lush after the rains. Avoid the peak summer months from March to May when temperatures can be very high. The monsoon season (June to August) can be good, but heavy rains might disrupt safari operations and outdoor walks.
Peak Crowd: Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), public holidays, and during school vacation periods (April-May, December).
Moderate Crowd: Fridays and weekday afternoons during the tourist season (October-January).
Low Crowd: Weekday mornings (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) from July to September.

How to Reach

Air

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) is the nearest airport, located about 60 km away. It takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to reach the park by taxi.

Train

Bengaluru City Junction (SBC) and Yesvantpur Junction (YPR) are the main railway stations, both around 25-30 km away. You can hire a taxi or take a BMTC bus from the station to reach the park.

Road

The park is located on Bannerghatta Road and is easily accessible from all parts of Bengaluru. It's about 22 km from the city center. Regular state and private buses connect Bengaluru to other major cities.

Local Transport

BMTC buses are the most economical way to reach the park from various points in Bengaluru. Auto-rickshaws and app-based cab services like Ola and Uber are widely available.