Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve Tempo Traveller for Families
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Kemmangundi
Good with kids; half a day. Hill station up a narrow ghat road.
Hebbe Falls
Plan two hours for the family. Falls reached by estate jeep from Kemmangundi.
Distance
225 km
From Mysore
Time
About 4.5 hr
Via KR Nagar, Belur and Lingadahalli
Starting from
₹ 15600
2 days, 600 km, 12 seater
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12 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC12 Seats
₹15,632 ₹18,824
+ ₹2724 (Taxes & Charges)
8 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC8 Seats
₹19,224 ₹23,152
+ ₹3352 (Taxes & Charges)
9 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC9 Seats
₹18,060 ₹21,743
+ ₹3143 (Taxes & Charges)
10 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC10 Seats
₹18,060 ₹21,743
+ ₹3143 (Taxes & Charges)
13 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC13 Seats
₹19,224 ₹23,152
+ ₹3352 (Taxes & Charges)
14 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/1
NORMALAC14 Seats
₹20,388 ₹24,562
+ ₹3562 (Taxes & Charges)
15 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/2
NORMALAC15 Seats
₹20,388 ₹24,562
+ ₹3562 (Taxes & Charges)
16 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC16 Seats
₹20,388 ₹24,562
+ ₹3562 (Taxes & Charges)
17 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC17 Seats
₹21,652 ₹26,071
+ ₹3771 (Taxes & Charges)
18 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC18 Seats
₹21,652 ₹26,071
+ ₹3771 (Taxes & Charges)
20 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/2
NORMALAC20 Seats
₹22,300
+ ₹3888 (Taxes & Charges)
Start
40 km
115 km
155 km
180 km
210 km
225 km
Pickup at your door
The tempo traveller can call at two or three addresses in Mysuru before it sets off, so family members need not gather in one place. Put the safari bags and cool boxes in last, near the door. The route goes up the Hunsur road and breaks off at the big overhead board at Bilikere, about 25 to 27 km out, on to SH57. In December and January the city can be surprisingly cold before sunrise, down to about 8 C on some mornings, so children need a jacket for the early start. Lakkavalli is about 225 km away.
Breakfast
KR Nagar, about 40 km out, is where the family has breakfast. Vegetarian eateries in town open around seven, and a group of twelve can sit together without a long wait. Allow 30 minutes. The Arkeshwara temple at Hale Yedatore holds its car festival on Rathasaptami, in January or February, and the town is crowded on that day. Tea shops sell Osmania biscuits, a good snack for the long stretch ahead. Holenarasipura is about 45 km on and Hassan roughly 33 to 35 km beyond that.
Tea and fuel
Hassan comes up after about 115 km. Fifteen minutes for tea and restrooms, while the driver fills diesel for the long run to the reserve. Malnad filter coffee is the drink here. If your group is coming in October, check the Hasanamba dates, since the temple opens only once a year around Deepavali and the city gets jammed. Shravanabelagola lies about 51 km south east, off our line. From Hassan the traveller leaves the main highway and heads north west on the Belur road.
Drive through
The traveller passes through Belur, about 155 km out, without a planned halt, because the safari slot decides the day. Belur sits on the Yagachi river, and the Chennakeshava temple is right in town if anyone insists on a quick look from outside. Halebidu, 16 km away, is a better plan for the day you return. The group can swap window seats here; the road ahead to Chikmagalur, about 25 km, gets greener with coffee estates on both sides.
Lunch
Lunch is in Chikmagalur, about 180 km from Mysore, at a hotel where the group can sit together. Allow 45 minutes. Ask for kadubu or akki rotti and finish with filter coffee. Coffee powder and black pepper from the estates make light gifts to buy here. The town has a railway line to Kadur, but nothing goes by train towards the reserve, so the traveller does the rest. Fill water bottles and buy snacks, because Lakkavalli has few shops.
Drive on
No stop is needed at Lingadahalli, a village where the road for Kemmangundi branches up the hill. If children want a short break, the village has tea stalls, and five minutes off the vehicle helps before the last stretch. Kemmangundi is about 17 km up from here, a separate trip with its own day. The road ahead to Lakkavalli is about 15 km and runs near the forest, so the driver keeps the speed down and watches for animals crossing.
Safari camp
The tempo traveller stops at the camp parking in Lakkavalli, about four and a half hours from Mysore with breakfast and lunch. The camp serves the meals, and there are few shops around, so keep a snack bag in the van. Mobile signal drops near the backwaters, so share the camp number with family before you arrive. Book safari seats in advance; they are limited. Keep the group's bags in one place at check in, and carry torches for the walk to the rooms.
Need a Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve tempo traveller for 9 to 20 people for a safari at Lakkavalli? The road to Bhadra Tiger Reserve (Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary) runs via Hassan, Belur and Chikmagalur, about 225 km from Mysuru. You stop when the kids need a break. Book a tempo traveller on rent in Mysore from Tejas Tours & Travels. The van for Bhadra Tiger Reserve comes to the suburban bus stand or a Nazarbad hotel.
Route | One way | Bhadra Tiger Reserve and back | Time by tempo traveller |
|---|---|---|---|
Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve via KR Nagar, Belur and Lingadahalli | About 225 km | About 450 km | About 4.5 hr with stops |
Round trip roughly 450 km, billed as 2 days and 600 km. That suits a relaxed two-day Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve trip. One way to Bhadra on request. AC and non-AC available in every size. Bhadra: fuel, driver and AC are included in the rate. Not included: the ₹600 to ₹700 daily allowance for the driver, GST, tolls, parking and permits.
Vehicle | Rate per km | 2 days, 600 km | 3 days, 900 km | 4 days, 1,200 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
₹28 | ₹18,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹36,000 | |
₹24 | ₹15,600 | ₹23,400 | ₹31,200 | |
₹24 | ₹15,600 | ₹23,400 | ₹31,200 | |
₹30 | ₹19,200 | ₹28,800 | ₹38,400 | |
₹32 | ₹20,400 | ₹30,600 | ₹40,800 | |
₹34 | ₹21,800 | ₹32,700 | ₹43,600 | |
₹34 | ₹21,800 | ₹32,700 | ₹43,600 |
Totals are the km fare plus the day driver allowance. Extra: night driver allowance (₹600 to ₹700 a night, by size), tolls, parking and 5% GST. Shared by 20, 3 days in the 20 Seater Tempo Traveller is about ₹1,640 a person.
Count every head, children above five too. At most 9: 9 seater tempo traveller. 10 to 12 people: 12 seater tempo traveller. 13 to 16 people: 16 seater tempo traveller. 17: 17 seater tempo traveller.
Want a quieter ride for older people? See the Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve Force Urbania. Only five or six of you? The Mysore to Bhadra Tiger Reserve cab fits; all cars are on cab rental in Mysore.
Cancellation: no charge more than 72 hours before pickup; see the cancellation policy for the rest.
Mysore to Shirdi
I had an excellent experience with Tejas Travel. The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. The driver was polite, punctual, and knew the routes perfectly, which made our trip smooth and enjoyable. Their service was professional from start to finish, and the pricing was also very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable travel vehicle services. 👍
Chaitanya K
13/10/2025 Shirdi
5/5
Mysore to Kerala
I am Anil Nair from Souparnika Holidays Kochin Kerala. I have 2 booking for my guests in December 2025. My guests are happy with this hotel. Thanks to the entire team One Toyota etios and one traveler booked. I think they arranged cab from out side but guest happy Second vehicle is 9 seat traveler. Driver Mr Viswantha and Lakshmi supported me for complete the 8 days package. Thanks Viswa & Lakshmi.
Anil Nair
6/9/2025 Kerala
5/5
Mysore to Bangalore
Thanks a ton to Shashikala ji for booking my tempo traveller. She has cooperated from very first day and guided us through out. Secondly i thank our tempo driver Mr. Manju who was very down to earth person and co-operated with us during our whole trip. His driving skills are perfect. I wish you good luck and thank you both from bottom of my heart !!!
Arpit Gupta
6/6/2026 Bangalore
5/5
Mysore to Ooty
We had a very good experience with the traveler we booked through Tejas travels. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and our driver was polite, cooperative, and professional throughout the trip. The entire journey was smooth and hassle-free — everything went as planned without any delays or issues. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable travel experience!
Preetika Rattan
12/10/2025 Ooty
5/5
The camp at Lakkavalli is about 225 km from Mysore one way and about 450 km round trip. The tempo traveller runs on SH57 through KR Nagar and Hassan, then Belur, Chikmagalur and the Lingadahalli road. With breakfast and lunch, it takes about 4.5 hours.
No, they are separate. Tolls, parking, permits and GST go on the bill at cost.
Yes, quoted when you ask. A written one way quote follows once you send the date.
Yes, it is up the hill from Lingadahalli. Smaller vehicles go up easily; a full bus needs a careful driver.
The 16 seater; bags get two spare seats. Every size is listed on tempo traveller on rent in Mysore.
Only if we drive late into the night is a night allowance added. Our card says ₹600 to ₹700, by size per night.
The highway part via Hassan and Chikmagalur stays good in the rain. The last 15 km from Lingadahalli to Lakkavalli runs near the forest and is slower when wet, with animals crossing at dusk. From June to early October we plan to reach the camp by mid afternoon, so the traveller is never on that stretch after dark.
For one or two nights, a soft bag per person and a cool box fit easily at the back of the tempo traveller. Keep one small bag with torches, medicines, chargers and warm clothes near your seat, since you will not want to open the big bags at the camp at night. Avoid hard suitcases if the group is full.
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