Nagarhole National Park
Nagarhole (pronounced ‘narga holy’) derives its name from the root word `Naga' from Kannada language, which means `snake' and `Hole' that means `streams'.
The national park is located on the banks of the Kabini River making it possible to view wildlife from boat and by private jeep within the core area. At around 96 kms west of Mysore, Nagarhole is realatively easy to access and is arguably the best place in southern India to view large mammals including wild elephant, dhole (Indian wild dog), leopard and the occasional tiger.