Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
ರಂಗನತಿಟ್ಟು ಪಕ್ಷಿಧಾಮ
A bird sanctuary on a cluster of islands in the Kaveri River, where boat trips bring you close to pelicans nesting and crocodiles basking.
The sanctuary is made up of six islands in the Kaveri River, about 19 km from Mysuru near Srirangapatna. It is the largest bird sanctuary in Karnataka. During the breeding season, painted storks, spot-billed pelicans, white ibises and night herons nest in the trees, and marsh crocodiles often bask on the rocks along the banks. Foreign visitors pay about 400 rupees for entry, and the boat ride of about 15 minutes costs extra. Open roughly 08:30–18:00. Early morning and late afternoon offer the best light.
Opening hours
About 08:30–18:00
Nearby sights
- Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna
- Daria Daulat Bagh
- Gumbaz, Srirangapatna
- GRS Fantasy Park
- Brindavan Gardens & KRS Dam
- St. Philomena's Cathedral
- Mysuru Rail Museum
- Devaraja Market