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Blackbuck Resort

Vilaspur Lake, Honnikeri Reserve Forest, Bidar District · 18 km from Bidar · 700 km from Bengaluru
🦀 Endangered Blackbuck 🌊 Vilaspur Lake 🐶 100+ Bird Species 🏛 Bidar Heritage 🌿 Honnikeri Reserve Forest
700 km
From Bengaluru
140 km
From Hyderabad
3 Packages
Royal · Deluxe · Standard
From ₹3,310
WD · Per person
Blackbuck Resort Ranibennur — blackbuck herd in golden grasslands at dawn Karnataka
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Blackbuck Resort

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Property at a glance
Operated by
Jungle Lodges & Resorts
Govt. of Karnataka
Distance
700 km Bengaluru
140 km from Hyderabad
Nearest Railway
Bidar Station
18 km away
Star wildlife
Endangered Blackbuck
Morning & evening tracking
Check-in / out
1 PM / 10:30 AM
Best season
Oct – Mar
Year-round open
Standard Package
₹3,310 / ₹3,894
WD / WE · per person
Royal Package
₹4,413 / ₹5,192
WD / WE · per person

Our Perspective

Our perspective on this property

Blackbuck Resort is the most unusual property in the entire JLR portfolio — not because of luxury or wildlife drama, but because of what it protects and where it sits. Eighteen kilometres from Bidar, next to Vilaspur Lake and Honnikeri Reserve Forest, this is the only JLR property built around the endangered blackbuck — one of India's most striking antelopes, with its spiral horns and distinctive two-tone coat.

Bidar itself is extraordinary — a north Karnataka city with Bahmani-era heritage, Persian and Turkish architectural influence found nowhere else in Karnataka. The Bidar Fort, Mahmud Gawan Madrasa, Bahmani tombs — remarkable sites that most Karnataka travellers have never visited.

For travellers doing the North Karnataka circuit — Hampi, Badami, Bijapur, Bidar — this is a natural and memorable addition. For Hyderabad-based guests it is just 140 km. Call us and we will plan the complete itinerary.

Packages & Accommodation

Premium
Royal Package
Royal accommodation · Lakeside setting · All activities included
WD ₹4,413 · WE ₹5,192 per person · subject to change
  • Stay in Royal Package accommodation
  • Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
  • Blackbuck Tracking (morning & evening)
  • Nature Walk with Bird Watching
  • Forest Entry Charges
  • GST 18% included
Mid-range
Deluxe Package
Deluxe accommodation · Lakeside setting · All activities included
WD ₹3,862 · WE ₹4,543 per person · subject to change
  • Stay in Deluxe Package accommodation
  • Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
  • Blackbuck Tracking (morning & evening)
  • Nature Walk with Bird Watching
  • Forest Entry Charges
  • GST 18% included
Value
Standard Package
Standard accommodation · Lakeside setting · All activities included
WD ₹3,310 · WE ₹3,894 per person · subject to change
  • Stay in Standard Package accommodation
  • Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
  • Blackbuck Tracking (morning & evening)
  • Nature Walk with Bird Watching
  • Forest Entry Charges
  • GST 18% included
  • All packages include identical activities — difference is accommodation type
  • Single occupancy: 30% extra above twin-sharing rate
  • Children below 5: complimentary  |  Children 5–12: 50% of adult tariff
  • 21st to 31st December: supplement charges applicable
  • Tariffs are dynamic, subject to change without prior notice
Call Padaki Travel Desk at +91 97315 56663 for current rates and availability before booking.

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A Typical Stay at Blackbuck Resort, Hour by Hour

Times follow JLR's standard programme for Blackbuck Resort and can shift with the season and weather.

Day 1Arrival & an afternoon with the blackbuck
1:00 PMCheck in and settle in.
1:30–2:30 PMLunch at the Gol Ghar.
3:30–4:00 PMGet ready for the afternoon outing.
4:00–6:00 PMWith a naturalist: a blackbuck visit, or birdwatching with a boat ride.
6:30–7:00 PMTea or coffee at the Gol Ghar.
7:00–7:45 PMWildlife film.
8:30–10:00 PMDinner at the Gol Ghar.
Day 2Morning outing & departure
6:00–6:30 AMWake-up call with tea or coffee.
6:30–8:30 AMWhichever outing you did not do the day before — birdwatching and boating, or the blackbuck visit.
8:30–9:15 AMBreakfast at the Gol Ghar.
10:30 AMCheck-out.

Padaki tip: Staying two nights? JLR's two-night programme adds a morning of Bidar sightseeing after breakfast (9 AM–1:30 PM): Bidar Fort, the Gurudwara, the Narasimha Swamy temple and Bidri handicraft workshops.

  • Not included: transfers to and from the resort, activities marked as extra cost, and anything not listed in your package.
  • House rules: outside food and pets are not allowed, and plastics should be avoided.
  • At check-in: carry ID for every guest. If someone else made the booking, their ID is needed too.

Cancellation & Date Changes

  • Cancelling: 10% charge if cancelled 15 days or more before check-in; 50% between 48 hours and 14 days; no refund within 48 hours or for a no-show.
  • Changing dates: free if requested 15 days or more before check-in (once only — no further change or cancellation after that); 20% at 7–14 days; 50% from 24 hours to 7 days; no changes within 24 hours.
  • How to cancel or change: by email from the address used for the booking, or in writing.
  • Children and single rooms: children aged 5–12 pay 50% of the tariff, and single occupancy charges apply. Tariffs are per person per night on twin sharing and can change without notice.
JLR's published terms, checked October 2026. Policies and tariffs can change — reconfirm before payment.

Best Time to Visit

☀️
October – March
Best Season

Cool mornings ideal for blackbuck tracking. Best visibility in open grassland near the lake. Marsh Harriers and migratory birds arrive in winter. Bidar Fort sightseeing most comfortable.

Best overall
🌡️
April – June
Warm Season

Blackbuck sightings still good near water sources. Hot afternoons — morning and evening activities most productive. Good availability.

All activities available
🌧️
June – September
Monsoon Season

Lake and surroundings become lush and green — beautiful for photography. Lower tariff. Blackbuck present year-round.

Year-round open

Who Should Book This

North Karnataka Heritage Travellers

18 km from Bidar — Bahmani Fort, Mahmud Gawan Madrasa, Bahmani tombs. Combined with Hampi and Badami, a compelling North Karnataka circuit.

Hyderabad Weekenders

140 km from Hyderabad — the closest JLR property for Hyderabad travellers. Friday departure, 1-2 nights at Blackbuck and Bidar — a complete weekend.

Wildlife Photographers

Blackbuck with spiral horns against open grassland and lake creates exceptional photography. Marsh Harriers and 100+ bird species at Vilaspur Lake in winter.

Rare Species Enthusiasts

The blackbuck is one of India's most elegant endangered antelopes. Peacocks, Indian foxes, monitor lizards and Marsh Harriers also regularly sighted near the resort.

Combine with These JLR Properties

🏛 Heritage & Wildlife · Bellary
Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort
Hampi · approx. 280 km from Bidar
🌊 Adventure · Dandeli
Kali Adventure Camp
Dandeli · approx. 400 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackbuck Resort?
Blackbuck Resort is an eco-resort operated by Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd on the shores of Vilaspur Lake, 18 km from Bidar, North Karnataka. The only JLR property built around the endangered blackbuck antelope. Three packages: Royal (Rs 4,413 weekday / Rs 5,192 weekend), Deluxe (Rs 3,862 weekday / Rs 4,543 weekend) and Standard (Rs 3,310 weekday / Rs 3,894 weekend) per person twin sharing. Subject to change.
What packages are available at Blackbuck Resort?
Three packages: Royal Package (Rs 4,413 weekday / Rs 5,192 weekend per person), Deluxe Package (Rs 3,862 weekday / Rs 4,543 weekend per person), Standard Package (Rs 3,310 weekday / Rs 3,894 weekend per person). All three include identical activities — blackbuck tracking morning and evening, nature walk with bird watching, all meals, forest entry charges and GST 18%. Difference is accommodation type only.
What is the difference between Royal, Deluxe and Standard packages?
All three packages include exactly the same activities and meals. The difference is the accommodation type: Royal is the most spacious and premium, Deluxe is mid-tier, Standard is the entry-level room. All are lakeside cottages at Vilaspur Lake.
Can you see blackbuck at Blackbuck Resort?
Yes. Morning and evening blackbuck tracking walks are included in all packages. Guests regularly spot multiple blackbuck in the grassland near Vilaspur Lake. Peacocks, Indian foxes, monitor lizards and Marsh Harriers are also commonly sighted near the resort.
What is a blackbuck?
The blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) is an endangered Indian antelope. The adult male has striking spiral horns and a distinctive two-tone coat — dark brown on top and white below. One of the fastest animals in India. The Honnikeri Reserve Forest near Bidar is one of the protected areas where they roam freely.
How far is Blackbuck Resort from Bangalore?
Approximately 700 km from Bengaluru — about 11 to 12 hours by road. 18 km from Bidar. From Hyderabad, approximately 140 km — about 2.5 hours. Nearest railway station is Bidar, 18 km away.
What heritage sightseeing is near Blackbuck Resort?
Bidar (18 km) is one of Karnataka's most remarkable heritage cities. Key sites: Bidar Fort (14th century), Mahmud Gawan Madrasa (15th century Persian-style), Bahmani tombs at Ashtur and Bidriware craft workshops. This Bahmani-era architecture has strong Persian and Turkish influences found nowhere else in Karnataka.
What wildlife can be seen at Blackbuck Resort?
Blackbuck, peacocks, Indian fox, monitor lizards, Marsh Harriers (wintering raptors), egrets and herons on Vilaspur Lake, kingfishers and 100+ bird species.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blackbuck Resort?
Check-in is at 1 PM and check-out at 10:30 AM. Carry ID for every guest; if someone else made the booking, their ID is needed at check-in too.
Is outside food allowed at Blackbuck Resort?
No. Outside food is strictly not allowed at Jungle Lodges properties, and all meals are included in the package.
Are pets allowed at Blackbuck Resort?
No, pets are not allowed at Jungle Lodges properties.
What happens if I arrive after the afternoon outing has started?
The afternoon blackbuck visit or birdwatching boat ride starts at 4 PM. If you miss it, there is no refund for services not used, so aim to arrive by the 1 PM check-in.
Is there mobile network at Blackbuck Resort?
Mobile signal usually works in parts of the property but not everywhere, so expect patchy connectivity.
How do I book Blackbuck Resort?
Call or WhatsApp Padaki Travel Desk at +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in. We book at official JLR rates. Advance booking 1 to 2 weeks recommended.

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