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Galibore Nature Camp

River Cauvery, Kanakapura Taluk, Bangalore Rural · 100 km from Bengaluru · Only 12 cottages
🐇 Chops the Crocodile ⛵ Coracle Ride 🌿 Only 12 Cottages 🐶 230+ Bird Species 🌴 Riverbank Campfire
100 km
From Bengaluru
12 Only
Cottages — most intimate
Day Visit
₹1,770 per person
From ₹4,814
WD · Overnight per person
Galibore Nature Camp — remote Cauvery river with cormorants on rocks, Karnataka
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Galibore Nature Camp

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Property at a glance
Operated by
Jungle Lodges & Resorts
Govt. of Karnataka
Distance
100 km Bengaluru
Last 10 km gravel forest track
Cottages
12 only
Most intimate JLR property
Star resident
Chops the Crocodile
Evening coracle — 5 PM
Check-in / out
1 PM / 10:30 AM
Best season
Aug – Feb
Year-round open
Royal Cauvery Pkg
₹4,814 / ₹5,664
WD / WE, all-incl. per person
Day Visit
₹1,770
Per person, WD = WE

Our Perspective

Our perspective on this property

Galibore Nature Camp is everything that Bheemeshwari is not — and that is exactly its appeal. Where Bheemeshwari is active, corporate and adventure-oriented, Galibore is quiet, intimate and deeply immersive. Only 12 cottages mean it will never be crowded. No corporate offsites. The agenda is simple: revel in the quiet of nature and return recharged.

Named after the windy hillock Galibore behind the camp, it lies deep in deciduous forests on the Cauvery, 10 km from Sangam via a gravel forest track. Kenneth Anderson — the legendary naturalist — camped on this exact stretch and described it as a beautifully wooded spot. That description still holds.

Chops the resident marsh crocodile is a celebrity. The evening coracle ride at 5 PM is famous for Chops, who appears with great regularity as the light fades. Smooth Indian otters, grizzled giant squirrel (endangered), fish eagles and 230+ birds make Galibore exceptional for wildlife observation.

Galibore and Bheemeshwari are 28 km apart on the same river — the 2-camp Cauvery weekend is our most popular recommendation for this region. Call us.

Packages & Rates

All-inclusive stay
Royal Cauvery Package
12 tented cottages · Cauvery riverbank · Sit-out area · All basic amenities
WD ₹4,814 · WE ₹5,664 per person · twin sharing · subject to change
  • Stay in tented cottage on the Cauvery bank
  • Food — Buffet Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
  • Coracle Ride on River Cauvery (5 PM — prime Chops sighting time)
  • Guided Trekking
  • Campfire on Riverbank
  • Bird Watching
  • Forest Entry Charges
  • GST 18% included
Extra at camp: fried Cauvery fish from local fishermen can be ordered in advance — highly recommended. Order at check-in. Seasonal hike applicable.
Day visit
Day Visit
No overnight stay · Coracle ride · Bird watching · Nature activities
WD ₹1,770 · WE ₹1,770 per person · subject to change
  • Day access to Galibore Nature Camp
  • Coracle Ride on River Cauvery
  • Bird Watching
  • Nature activities and campfire
  • No overnight stay
Call Padaki Travel Desk for exact day visit timings and full inclusions.
  • Royal Cauvery Package: per person per night on twin-sharing basis
  • Single occupancy: 30% extra above twin-sharing rate
  • Children below 5: complimentary  |  Children 5–12: 50% tariff
  • Transfers not included  |  Last 10 km gravel track — drive carefully
  • Tariffs are dynamic, subject to change without prior notice
Call Padaki Travel Desk at +91 97315 56663 for current rates before booking.

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A Typical Stay at Galibore Nature Camp, Hour by Hour

Times follow JLR's standard programme for Galibore Nature Camp and can shift with the season and river conditions.

Day 1Arrival & a coracle ride on the Cauvery
1:00 PMCheck in and settle in.
1:30–2:30 PMLunch at the Gol Ghar.
4:00–4:30 PMTea or coffee before the boat ride.
4:30–6:00 PMCoracle ride on the Cauvery — good for birding and spotting other wildlife.
6:30–7:30 PMCampfire on the riverside beach with snacks and pakodas.
7:45–8:30 PMWildlife film at the Gol Ghar.
8:30–10:00 PMDinner at the Gol Ghar.
Day 2Riverside walk & departure
6:30–7:00 AMTea or coffee at the Gol Ghar.
7:00–8:15 AMRiverside walk or trek, with birdwatching.
8:30–10:00 AMBreakfast at the Gol Ghar.
10:30 AMCheck-out.
  • 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

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August – February
Best Season

August to October: Cauvery full post-monsoon — Chops very active, spectacular coracle. October to February: coolest weather, best bird watching, all activities. Book weekends 3 to 4 weeks ahead — only 12 cottages.

Best overall
🌡️
March – June
Summer Season

River levels drop revealing sandbanks — good for walking. Hot afternoons but morning and evening activities productive. Fewer visitors — genuinely quiet even by Galibore standards.

Quiet and available
🌧️
July – August
Monsoon Season

Cauvery in full monsoon flow — Chops very active, coracle dramatic. Forest extraordinarily green. Gravel road manageable — drive carefully after heavy rain.

Year-round open

Who Should Book This

Nature Lovers Seeking Quiet

12 cottages guarantee privacy. No corporate groups. The Kenneth Anderson literary connection and Chops legend give Galibore a distinct character that serious naturalists appreciate.

Bird Watchers

230+ species. Fish eagles, river terns, green pigeons, kingfishers, owls. The coracle at dusk gives eye-level views impossible from the bank. Grizzled giant squirrel is an extraordinary bonus.

Rare Species Enthusiasts

Smooth Indian otters (threatened). Grizzled giant squirrel (endangered). Chops the marsh crocodile. Not common JLR sightings — Galibore is exceptional for rare species.

Bengaluru Weekenders

100 km on Kanakapura road. For guests who find Bheemeshwari too crowded — the quieter Cauvery alternative at a similar price point.

2-Camp Cauvery Weekend

Galibore + Bheemeshwari — 28 km apart on same river. Nature immersion + adventure activities. Two completely different JLR experiences in one weekend.

Combine with These JLR Properties

🌞 Adventure · Cauvery
Bheemeshwari Adventure & Nature Camp
28 km on same Cauvery — adventure contrast
🌿 Wildlife · BR Hills
K Gudi Wilderness Camp
BR Hills · approx. 120 km
🐇 Wildlife · Bengaluru
Bannerghatta Nature Camp
Bengaluru · approx. 70 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galibore Nature Camp?
Galibore Nature Camp is an eco-camp by Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd on River Cauvery, 100 km from Bengaluru. Named after the windy hillock Galibore behind the camp. Only 12 cottages — the most intimate JLR property. Two packages: Royal Cauvery Package (Rs 4,814 weekday / Rs 5,664 weekend per person all-inclusive overnight) and Day Visit (Rs 1,770 per person). Subject to change.
What is the Royal Cauvery Package at Galibore?
Royal Cauvery Package (Rs 4,814 per person twin sharing all-inclusive): tented cottage on the Cauvery bank, all meals (Buffet Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast), Coracle Ride at 5 PM, Guided Trekking, Campfire on riverbank, Bird Watching, Forest Entry Charges and GST 18%. Extra at camp: fried Cauvery fish can be ordered from local fishermen in advance — highly recommended.
What is Chops at Galibore Nature Camp?
Chops is the resident marsh crocodile of Galibore — appears with great regularity during the evening coracle ride at 5 PM. Named and known to all staff. Guests specifically plan the 5 PM coracle for a Chops sighting. One of the most famous residents of any JLR property.
What is the Day Visit at Galibore?
Day Visit (Rs 1,770 per person): day access to Galibore Nature Camp with Coracle Ride, Bird Watching and nature activities. No overnight stay. Call Padaki Travel Desk at +91 97315 56663 for exact day visit inclusions and timing.
What rare wildlife can be seen at Galibore?
Marsh crocodile (resident Chops), smooth Indian otters (threatened species), grizzled giant squirrel (one of India's most endangered mammals), fish eagles, river terns, green pigeons, kingfishers, owls and 230+ bird species in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.
How does Galibore compare to Bheemeshwari?
Both on River Cauvery, 28 km apart, 100 km from Bengaluru. Galibore: 12 cottages, quiet, no corporate groups, for nature immersion, Royal Cauvery Package Rs 4,814. Bheemeshwari: 6 accommodation types, adventure activities (zip-line, rappelling, kayaking), can handle large groups. Galibore for quiet; Bheemeshwari for adventure.
How far is Galibore from Bangalore?
Approximately 100 km — about 2 to 2.5 hours via Kanakapura Road. Last 10 km is an unpaved gravel forest road — manageable for all regular cars. Allow extra time and drive carefully.
How many nights should I stay at Galibore?
Minimum 2 nights recommended. 2 nights gives 2 coracle rides (higher Chops sighting probability), morning trekking, campfires and full bird watching time. Alternatively: 1 night Galibore + 1 night Bheemeshwari (28 km away) for the complete 2-camp Cauvery experience.
What is the best time to visit Galibore?
August to February is best. August to October: Cauvery full, Chops very active. October to February: all activities, best bird watching, most comfortable. Summer: warm but sandbanks visible on the river.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Galibore Nature Camp?
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 Galibore Nature Camp?
No. Outside food is strictly not allowed at Jungle Lodges properties, and all meals are included in the package.
Are pets allowed at Galibore Nature Camp?
No, pets are not allowed at Jungle Lodges properties.
What happens if I arrive after the afternoon coracle ride has left?
The coracle ride on the Cauvery starts at 4:30 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 Galibore Nature Camp?
Mobile signal usually works in parts of the property but not everywhere, so expect patchy connectivity.
How do I book Galibore Nature Camp?
Call or WhatsApp Padaki Travel Desk at +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in. We book at official JLR rates. Book weekends 2 to 3 weeks ahead — only 12 cottages fills quickly.

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