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Bheemeswari
(Karnataka)
Discauvery Weekend
The turnoff from NH209 onto the village road at Halagur, just a short way out of Bangalore, transports you to meandering roads down green mountainsides. The only traffic stops will be the rare herd of spotted deer sailing across the road. This is only a taste of what awaits you at the camps in Bheemeshwari.
A barefoot walk along the river's edge, sipping hot coffee on the verandah of your cabin overlooking the river, being woken up by monkeys jumping on your tent, are the promise here. Nature treks into the wilderness, coracle rides, kayaking, outdoor camping, amateur fishing and professional angling are the icing on the cake.
While you may catch glimpses of rare species of birds, wild elephants and sloth bears, you are sure to see the famous mahseer no matter which season you go. Sightings of the mahseer will be all around you in the form of souvenir photographs and proud accounts by the friendly staff.
Where to Stay
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Cauvery Fishing Camp |
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In Bheemeshwari Cauvery Fishing Camp is the largest of the three run by Jungle Lodges in the area. The camp has 9 Swiss tented cottages and 8 log huts. The tariff includes stay, all meals, coracle rides, angling and taxes.
All you get here is beer, so if you want the fine wines, take them with you.
082313-48048-49
Rs 1,900 to 3,500
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Galibore Fishing Camp |
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Located in the forest, has 10 Swiss twin-bedded cottages with attached loos. Hot water by the bucket is available on request. Tariff includes stay, all meals, angling, coracle ride, joy fishing, taxes. The camp also has its own genset.
Rs 1,900
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Doddamakkalli Fishing Camp |
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It is located deep in the forest. The tariff includes stay in twin-bedded Swiss cottages, all meals and angling. There?s no electricity here and only hurricane lanterns and torches to work with. Book well in advance at Jungle Lodges in Bangalore. You can?t go to any of the camps without a booking. There?s also the option of a non-fishing stay.
Rs 1,900
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Bush Betta Camp |
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At Mekedatu is located deep in the forest, overlooking the Cauvery. The 12 thatched huts are perched on a platform in the trees. These are fully furnished, with attached loos. The Angling Plan includes stay, all meals and angling with guide and coracle. Meals are traditional shikari cuisine, but no game meat or fish are served.
080-2243273, 51125220
Rs 6,400
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Content Source:
Outlook Traveller
Contributed by:
Anupama Reddy & Sirisha Damisetty
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