Cauvery Nisargadhama
ಕಾವೇರಿ ನಿಸರ್ಗಧಾಮ
A bamboo-covered island in the Kaveri River. Cross a suspension bridge to wander among tall bamboo groves, visit the deer park and ride bamboo rafts.
Cauvery Nisargadhama is a river island of about 26 hectares in the Kaveri, near Kushalnagar, linked to the banks by a suspension bridge. The island is covered with tall bamboo groves, sandalwood and teak. Attractions include a deer park, a rabbit enclosure, tree houses, shallow riverside stretches, bamboo rafts and elephant rides, making it suitable for a relaxed half-day with family. Admission is about Rs 30 (higher for foreigners), and it is open roughly from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is about 5 km from Namdroling Monastery and 15 km from Dubare, and it is often scheduled on the same day as these.
Opening hours
09:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple)
- Harangi Dam & Elephant Camp
- Dubare Elephant Camp
- Omkareshwara Temple
- Gaddige (Raja's Tombs)
- Madikeri Fort
- Raja's Seat
- Abbey Falls