Welcome to The Bandipur Cottage
The First Safari Lodge in Bandipur
The Cottage
Nestled inside the Bandipur buffer forest, amidst a labyrinth of teak trees, The Bandipur Cottage is a beautiful three bedroom villa. Built in 1989 and recently renovated, the Cottage is reminiscent of a bygone era. With thick stone walls, antique decor and plush interiors, we offer the perfect blend between luxury and wilderness. Spread over a few acres, the property is home to herds of deer, langur monkeys, a resident female leopard and passing elephants that can be viewed from your bedrooms.
Overlooking a dense teak forest planted by us in 1988, the Cottage offer a unique experience. Whether it’s photograph birds from our Bush Pool, or counting deer from your bedroom, or just unwinding in our reading corner to the sounds of the jungle, the peace that resonates here is second to none. Our Breakfast Machaan offers an aerial view of the teak forest and is a great place to not just have breakfast but also catch a glimpse of the resident leopardess. Evenings at the Cottage are often spent by our beautiful fireplace with a drink and a barbecue.
Our Wildlife
Our wildlife is probably the best in India as far as viewing tiger, leopards, elephants, gaur, wild dogs and bear is concerned. We have over 90 tigers, 200 leopards and over 3000 elephants in and around the park. Elephants drift in and out but can be seen mostly all the year round. Wild dogs migrate within the park and the sloth bear can be seen quite regularly. The birdlife here is some of the best in the world as is the diversity of reptiles.
Why Choose Us?
Beware of fakes – This is the original Bush Betta since 1989
Dedicated Team
Our dedicated team at Bush Betta stands apart from the rest with their sheer determination and zest to make your experience perfect. Trained by the Jung’s, with many years of experience in the field, our team is passionate about serving our guests and our wildlife and works tirelessly to ensure your comfort and conservation of animals and their habitats.
Amazing Facilities
The cottage, so reminiscent of a bygone era, has modern and well-equipped facilities to provide the best care for our guests. We prioritize both service and the comfort of our guests. We have three suites. One has a jacuzzi whilst the other a bathtub. Showers have running hot and cold water and we even have a splash pool for you to wash away the safari dust.
Surreal Activities
We believe in creating the perfect experience for our guests. From safaris into Bandipur National Park and the Madhumalai Tiger Reserve, to game drives in forests outside the park. To meals set in amazing places, from bush dinners to sundowners overlooking the setting sun. From treks in the bush to bullock cart rides; we work hard to make your stay with us truly life defining.
