Bhimgad Adventure Camp, Dandeli - Timings, Safari Cost, Best Time to Visit

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Distance (From Dandeli): 74 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): Full Day

Transportation Options: Cab

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 35 km from Belgaum, 74 km from Dandeli, 103 km from Panjim, and 109 km from Hubli, Bhimgad Adventure Camp is an eco-tourism resort situated at Khanapur near Belgaum. It is one of the prominent jungle lodges in Karnataka, and among the best places to stay as part of Dandeli tour packages.

Managed by JLR, Bhimgad Adventure Camp,located on a hillock in the Western Ghats, is an oasis of calm and an enchanting retreat from the hustle of the city life. It is named after the Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary, the only known breeding area of the Wroughtn's free-tailed bat, a threatened species on the verge of extinction. The famed Belgaum Golf Course is just across the road where you can try your hand at golf.

The camp has 13 cottages equipped with all modern facilities. While staying at Bhimgad Adventure Camp, you can go to a nearby forest, indulge in birdwatching, and be treated to beautiful birds like the Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Imperial Pigeon, Emerald Dove or perhaps even the elusive Malabar Trogon. Besides, one can also explore Belgaum Fort, try your hand on Pottery making at Pottery Institute and make a visit to nearby waterfalls like Sural Falls, Amboli Falls and Gokak Falls on your own interest.

The camp is just 2 hours away from Goa, among the best places to visit near Mumbai for beach lovers.

Timings: 9 AM - 5 PM

Entry: Free, Activities are available for those stay in the camp. Stay cost starts from INR 3000 per person.