Ranganthitu Bird Sanctuary

It is located about 130 Kms from Bangalore on Bangalore-Mysore highway. You need to take right after you cross Srirangapatnam. Road till this point is probably the best in road in the state of Karnataka. From this deviation, it’s less than 10 kms and as the distance is less you really need not worry about roads, they are ok.

Read more about Bangalore Mysore highway on http://growingindianroads.blogspot.com/

As you enter Bird Sanctuary, you need to pay entry fee and camera fee at check post. Bird Sanctuary has ample of well maintained parking space. It’s green and wet.

Travel time – At least 3 hours one side from Bangalore.
Stay time – 2 to 4 hours based on group size and travel plan.
Preferred hours – Morning, as evening can be planned for Brindavan garden (avoid noon)
Travel plan – Start early from Bangalore, try and club few more places in this visit (srirangapattnam, Brindavan garden)

Funtertainment – Boating along with alligator (close relative of crocodile family). You sail very close to these reptiles. Maintain silence, if they get disturbed your are in big trouble.If lucky, you will see beautiful birds. You can also walk around in garden and along lake for some distance. Food is average.

Avoid – when it’s raining or hot
Budget – 500 for a family of 2 + 1 (excluding travel)
Suggestions – Pack your food along with. Do not forget on your camera and mats.

What more can be added – hmmm, tough one, at least some shades to have food

Overall rating – 3 out 5