Bannerghatta National Park: Your Easy Visitor Guide
Bannerghatta National Park is a big wildlife area just outside Bangalore. You can see tigers, elephants, butterflies, and lots of other animals.
- Address: Bannerghatta Road, Bannerghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083
- GPS Coordinates: 12.8008° N, 77.5756° E
- By Metro: Walk 10 min from Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road station (Purple Line) or take a taxi from Silk Institute station.
- By Bus: BMTC routes 365-P, 365d, 369, MF-18, and others stop at Bilekahalli (2–4 min walk).
- By Taxi:
- From Silk Institute: ~21–59 min, ₹400–750
- From City Railway Station: ~28 min, ₹600–750
- By Car:
- 22 km south of Bangalore City Station—about 28 min.
- Fuel costs roughly ₹220–320 one-way.
Tip: Search "Bannerghatta National Park distance" for live directions on Google Maps.
- Park & Zoo Gates: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)
- Grand Safari (Tigers, Lions, Bears, Herbivores): 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Butterfly Park & Boating: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Safari Departures: Buses leave every 30–45 minutes. Jeeps depart on the hour.
Book early—safari tickets sell out fast on holidays!
| Attraction | Adult (₹) | Child (6–12) (₹) | Senior (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Entry (Zoo) | 80 | 40 | 50 | Foreigners – Adults 400, Kids 300 |
| Butterfly Park | 30 | 20 | 20 | |
| Non-AC Bus Safari | 260 | 130 | 250 | |
| AC Bus Safari | 500 | 300 | 500 | Includes zoo + butterfly access |
| Combo (Zoo+Safari) | 350 (wkday), 400 (wkend) | 200 / 250 | — | Wkend & holiday rates higher |
| Jeep Safari (6-Seater) | 3,000 | — | — | 1-hour private safari |
| Xylo & Innova Car Safari | 4,000–5,000 | — | — |
- Bus Safari: Large bus; safe for families.
- Jeep Safari: Small group; closer to animals.
- Big Cats: Tigers, lions, leopards.
- Herbivores: Elephants, giraffes, deer.
- Aviary: Peacocks, hornbills, and more.
- Tropical Garden: Lots of flowers and plants.
- Butterfly Species: Over 20 kinds fluttering around.
- Rescue Work: Helps injured or lost animals.
- Education: Shows how to care for wildlife.
- Snake Species: Cobras, pythons, vipers.
- Info Displays: Learn why snakes matter in nature.
Search: "Bannerghatta zoo ticket price" or "Bannerghatta safari price" for exact rates.
- Tigers: Park has 33 tigers, including white tigers.
- Elephants & Deer: Big herds live here.
- Birds: 200+ species such as yellow-throated bulbuls and eagles.
- Conservation Work:
- Rescue & Rehab centre: For injured animals.
- School programs: Teaching about nature.
Bannerghatta Biological Park leads in saving wild animals near a big city.
- Parking: Free and secure.
- Food Courts: Veg meals, snacks, and water points.
- Restrooms: Clean and well-maintained.
- Wheelchair Access: Ramps and battery vehicles for seniors.
- First Aid: On-site medical help.
- Tiger Sightings (Apr 15, 2025): Officials spotted two–three wild tigers near the park's boundary. Forest staff are tracking them for safety.
- Fake Booking Alert (Apr 29, 2025): BBP warned visitors about fraudulent websites charging ₹2,000 for safari tickets. Always use the official site: www.bannerghattabiopark.org.
- Cyber Scam Warning (Apr 30, 2025): Cyber fraudsters launched a fake portal (bannerghattanationalpark.org). The park urges people to book only through its official page.
Yes—you can pay at the entrance counters or book online on the official site.
Comfortable clothes and shoes. Sunhat and sunscreen help on sunny days.
Yes—no flash near animals.
Currently, night safaris are not offered at Bannerghatta.
With this easy guide, you're ready for a fun and safe visit to Bannerghatta National Park—from tigers to butterflies, there's wildlife for everyone!
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