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Nagarhole National Park Jeep Safari
The single biggest draw for a trip to Nagarhole is the jeep safari through its dense teak and rosewood forests, bamboo groves and open grasslands. The park is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, gaur, sloth bears, dhole and the elusive melanistic black panther that occasionally makes an appearance near the Kabini side. Safaris run in the early morning and late afternoon slots through the Karapura and Veeranahosahalli gates, and sightings are strongest near the water bodies where animals gather to drink, particularly in the summer months. Since safari permits are limited and allotted by the Forest Department and Jungle Lodges and Resorts, booking your slot in advance and arriving on time with your driver makes a real difference to your chances of a good sighting.
Distance
225 Km
One way
Time
6 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 2500
Per person
Top Cab Routes from Bangalore
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Dzire Swift A/C
NORMAL4 Seats
₹6,560
+ ₹1109 (Taxes & Charges)

Etios A/c
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₹6,560
+ ₹1109 (Taxes & Charges)

Innova 6 A/C
LUXURY6 Seats
₹8,760
+ ₹1505 (Taxes & Charges)

Innova 7 A/C
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₹8,760
+ ₹1505 (Taxes & Charges)

Innova Crysta 7 A/C
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+ ₹1663 (Taxes & Charges)

Innova Hycross
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+ ₹2059 (Taxes & Charges)

Toyota commuter A/C
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+ ₹5148 (Taxes & Charges)
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+ ₹3150 (Taxes & Charges)

Camry A/C
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+ ₹3960 (Taxes & Charges)

Audi A6
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BMW-7-Series A/C
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₹66,800
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About the Bangalore - Nagarhole route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Ramanagara and Channapatna
65 Km
Mysore
145 Km
H.D. Kote
195 Km
Nagarhole
220 Km

Bangalore
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.

Ramanagara and Channapatna
Toy Town of karnataka
The first proper stretch of the Bangalore to Kabini drive runs along the Bangalore-Mysore Expressway, passing the granite hills of Ramanagara, familiar to many from the film Sholay, before reaching Channapatna, the town famous across Karnataka for its lacquered wooden toys. Roadside shops here sell handcrafted spinning tops, dolls, and decorative pieces made using a centuries old lathe-turning technique, and a short stop of fifteen to twenty minutes is common on almost every trip along this expressway. Beyond shopping, the town has a cluster of temples and an old mosque, though most travellers with a long day ahead keep this halt brief and use it mainly to stretch their legs before the drive continues toward Maddur, Mandya, and eventually Mysore.

Mysore
Junction to the Wild
Mysore marks roughly the two-thirds point of the Bangalore to Kabini journey and is the natural place for a longer lunch stop, given the wide choice of restaurants and the city's own attractions, including Mysore Palace and Chamundi Hills, for travellers who want to break the drive into two days. From here, the character of the trip changes noticeably, since the road leaves the wide expressway behind and heads instead toward Nanjangud on a narrower but still well-surfaced state highway. Many travellers who plan an overnight in Mysore before continuing to Kabini find this splits the long drive comfortably, particularly for families or older travellers who prefer not to spend an entire day in the car.

H.D. Kote
Gateway to the Forest Belt
H.D. Kote, short for Hunsur Doddi Kote, is the last significant town before the road enters the forest fringe around Kabini and Nagarhole, and it functions as a practical checkpoint for fuel, snacks, and a final phone signal check before the network thins out closer to the reserve. The town itself sits near the edge of the Kabini reservoir catchment, and agricultural fields here give way progressively to scrub and dry deciduous forest as the road pushes further west. Drivers familiar with this route treat H.D. Kote as the point where the trip shifts gears, from open highway driving to a slower, more attentive pace suited to the narrower forest roads ahead.

Nagarhole
Journey's End
The final stretch into Nagarhole winds through farmland before reaching the forest boundary near Karapura, the main gateway to both the national park safaris and the Kabini backwaters. Depending on your resort and safari booking, your driver will guide you to the correct check-in point, keeping in mind that forest gates and safari slots follow strict timings set by the forest department and Jungle Lodges and Resorts. From here, your itinerary of jeep safaris, boat rides and nature walks can begin..
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Cab Packages for Bangalore to Nagarhole
Every traveller has different needs, which is why Tejas Travels offers flexible Bangalore to Nagarhole cab
packages across vehicle types and budgets.
Budget Cab Package
Built for solo travellers, couples and small groups of up to four, the budget package runs on hatchbacks and sedans such as the Swift Dzire or Etios. It covers a one way or round trip drop with transparent per kilometre billing, no hidden toll or driver allowance surprises, and is the most economical way to book a Bangalore to Nagarhole taxi for a quick safari trip.
Family Cab Package
Designed for families travelling with children, elderly members or extra luggage, this package uses SUVs and MUVs such as the Ertiga, Innova or Innova Hycross. It includes extra boot space for camera gear and safari equipment, comfortable seating for up to seven passengers, and flexible stop timings so you can pause for meals, toy shopping in Channapatna or a Mysore Palace visit without feeling rushed.
Corporate Travel Package
For office offsites, team outings and client visits, the corporate package offers premium sedans and Innova Crysta or Hycross vehicles with GST invoicing, monthly billing options and dedicated coordinator support. This package is frequently booked alongside our corporate travel and employee transport services for companies that plan recurring outstation bookings to resorts near Kabini.
Group and Tempo Traveller Package
When travelling with a larger group of friends, a college batch or an extended family, our 12 to 17 seater
tempo travellers offer pushback seating, ample luggage space and an experienced driver familiar with the Hunsur to H.D. Kote stretch. This package is ideal for groups planning to combine a Nagarhole safari with a Kabini resort stay.
Luxury Package
For travellers who want extra comfort on a long drive, the luxury package offers the Innova Hycross and Force Urbania with plush captain seats, entertainment options and a chauffeur trained for long outstation routes, ideal for honeymoon trips, senior citizen travel or premium corporate movements to Kabini's luxury resorts.
Our Services
Tejas Travels offers a complete range of vehicle rental and travel management services, all available from both Bangalore and Mysore.
● Cab Rental Bangalore: Everyday sedans and hatchbacks for local and outstation trips.
● Tempo Traveller Rental Bangalore: 12 to 26 seater tempo travellers for group and family trips.
● Bus Rental Bangalore: Large capacity buses for corporate events, school trips and pilgrimages.
● Mini Bus Rental Bangalore: Mid-size buses suited for medium sized groups and office transport.
● Force Urbania Rental Bangalore: Premium 17 seater Urbania for luxury group travel.
● Volvo Bus Rental Bangalore: Luxury Volvo coaches for long distance and large group travel.
● Corporate Travel Services: Managed employee and executive travel with GST billing.
● Airport Transfer Bangalore: On time pick-up and drop service to Kempegowda International Airport.
● Employee Transport Service: Daily staff commute solutions for companies and IT parks.
● Student Transportation Management: Safe and monitored school and college commute services.
● Outstation Vehicle Booking: One way and round trip outstation cabs across South India.
● Wedding Car Rental: Decorated cars and buses for wedding guest and family transport.
● Innova Hycross Rental Bangalore: 6 seater Toyota Innova Hycross for premium family and corporate travel.
How to Book a Car for Rent in Bangalore — Step-by-Step
Booking a Car for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under 5 minutes. Follow these 4 steps:
STEP1 | Contact Tejas Travels Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Share your travel date, Bangalore pickup location (area or landmark — Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name, tech park), destination or full itinerary, number of passengers, and preferred vehicle. For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number — the driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically. For luxury vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls-Royce), also mention the occasion — corporate, wedding, VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire. |
STEP2 | Receive Your Written Quote Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email. The quote clearly itemizes every charge: vehicle hire rate (Rs/km or flat package), driver allowance (Rs 400-1,000/day depending on vehicle class), applicable toll estimates, and any interstate permit if applicable (Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati). No verbal-only prices — everything in writing before you confirm. For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage. If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time. |
STEP3 | Confirm Your Booking & Pay Advance Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone. A 15-20% advance payment confirms the booking. Payment: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT/IMPS/RTGS bank transfer, or credit/debit card via payment link. Advance receipt within 30 minutes. Confirmation includes: driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup location, and full billing breakdown — all in writing. For luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class), advance may be higher due to limited fleet and Bangalore peak-date demand (wedding season November-February, New Year). |
STEP4 | Your Driver Arrives Early Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure. For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate. The vehicle is clean, sanitized, fuelled, and ready. For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire. The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy. During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments, and Bangalore traffic navigation. At trip end, balance payment is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional km or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate. |
Quick Booking for Hire: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination, and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Payment Methods — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
Method | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
UPI | Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, Amazon Pay | Fastest method. Instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits. |
Bank Transfer | NEFT, IMPS, RTGS | For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS instant; NEFT up to 2 hours. |
Credit / Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay | Via payment link to registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment. |
Net Banking | All major Indian banks | Payment link via WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals. |
Cash | Balance at time of travel | Accepted at trip end. Advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued. |
Corporate Credit | Registered corporate accounts | 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate clients. Monthly consolidated invoicing available. |
Luxury vehicle note: For Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes S-Class, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and Bangalore wedding season demand.
Cancellation Policy — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
Refund Policy — Car Hire for Rent in Bangalore
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bangalore to Nagarhole Cab
The distance from Bangalore to Nagarhole National Park is approximately 220 to 225 kilometres via Channapatna, Mysuru and Hunsur, and the drive takes around 5 to 5.5 hours one way, depending on traffic near Bangalore and Mysuru city limits.
One way sedan fares typically start around Rs. 6,500, while round trip and SUV or Innova fares are priced higher based on vehicle type, number of days and kilometres travelled. Exact fares are shared at the time of booking with no hidden charges.
Yes, Tejas Travels offers a dedicated Bangalore to Nagarhole one way taxi option, so you only pay for the distance travelled in one direction instead of a full round trip fare.
October to May is generally considered the best period for a Nagarhole trip, with the summer months of March to May offering the strongest wildlife sightings near waterholes. Winter mornings can be cold during safaris, so carrying warm clothing is recommended.
Yes, jeep and boat safaris inside Nagarhole National Park are managed through the Karnataka Forest Department and Jungle Lodges and Resorts, and slots should be booked in advance since they are limited each day. Your driver can guide you to the correct gate, but the safari booking itself is arranged separately.
For outstation packages, toll charges, state permit and driver allowance are usually charged separately unless mentioned as included in your quote, while parking charges at resorts or safari gates are generally borne by the passenger. This is clearly broken down before you confirm your Bangalore to Nagarhole cab booking.
You can choose from sedans, SUVs like the Ertiga, Innova Crysta and Innova Hycross, tempo travellers for group travel, and the Force Urbania for a more premium ride, depending on your group size and comfort preference.
Since the last stretch runs through forested rural roads with wildlife movement near H.D. Kote, most operators, including Tejas Travels, recommend completing this stretch before dusk and driving cautiously during heavy monsoon months when visibility can be reduced.
A small advance of around 15 percent of the total fare is typically collected at the time of booking to secure the vehicle and driver allocation, with the remaining balance payable at
the end of the trip either in cash directly to the driver or online via a payment link.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.















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