Dubare Elephant Camp in Kushalnagar, Coorg : Experience the Elephant’s Lifestyle, Bathing / Feeding & Adventurous River Rafting at South India’s Largest Elephant Sanctuary – Visit, Timings, Entry Fee, Contact Number, Travel Guide (Update)
– wildlife initiative of karnataka state forest department / jungle lodges & resorts (JLR)
The Dubare elephant camp at the jungle river camp on the banks of the Kaveri / Cauvery River is one of the most famous tourist spots in Coorg. Dubare elephant camp is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts who want to observe Elephants, it’s life in detail, from close range and their mahouts – elephant handlers. Jungle Lodges and Resorts Ltd. (JLR) is the host of these camps, JLR is part of the Karnataka Tourism Department’s ecotourism division.
While visiting the Dubare elephant camp crossing the river on a walk seems to be a bit slippery. and dangerous for people with children and elder people. As the stones are slippery we could also have the option to visit the Harangi elephant camp in Coorg.
Why the elephants are captured and brought to the Dubare Elephant camp
Elephants which are frequently staying in human habitations, causing crop and property damage, human injuries, and deaths have been captured and translocated or rehabilitated. Elephants that are gravely injured need to be captured and rehabilitated. Orphaned elephant calves are rescued and rehabilitated.
How the elephants are captured and brought to the Dubare elephant camp
When an order to capture the elephant is issued by the chief wildlife warden of the Karnataka forest department after thorough consultations. A team of expert elephant trackers, veterinarians, and departmental support staff is constituted.
“Kumki” or Male working elephants having experience in elephant and tiger rescue operations are selected from various elephant campuses across Karnataka.
When the elephant is tracked by trackers, departmental veterinarians riding the Kumki elephants will sedate the targeted elephant with government-approved non-lethal tranquilizers using a dart gun.
The sedated elephant is then restrained using jute rope with the help of Kumki elephants. The restrained elephant is then given drugs to counteract the effects of sedatives and is thoroughly examined by veterinarians for any injuries.
When the elephants are brought to the Dubare Elephant Camp
If the captured elephant is healthy and uninjured, it is fitted with a radio collar and translocated to a suitable but faraway elephant habitat and released. If the captured elephant is seriously injured or sick or blind or an orphaned calf, then it is shifted to a department elephant camp and rehabilitated.
The Dubare Elephant Camp offers an opportunity to learn more about the fascinating elephant with a host of activities built around this camp. Families and kids love the place a lot. Earlier the Elephants were trained at the Dubare elephant camp for the world-famous Mysore Dussehra festival.
Best time to visit Dubare Elephant Camp
The Camp is open on all days. The best time to visit the Dubare elephant camp is in the post-monsoon months – middle September to early March, during this period the weather will be best. The camp is situated in a sylvan environment, therefore summers are also pleasant.
The main attraction of this Dubare elephant camp is watching elephants bathe in the river. The visitors can also take part both in bathing and feeding the elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp. Please note, touching and going near the elephant is strictly prohibited at the Dubare elephant camp without getting permission.
Elephant Bathing at Dubare Elephant Camp – Timings
When we visit Dubare elephant camp in the morning hours we will be able to see elephants being bathed by their caretaker. It’s really great experience to see them bathe as they enjoy the river. We can take part in the Elephant bathing only in the morning between 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The current updated price for participating in the Elephant bathing it costs around 250 INR per person.
If we visit the Dubare elephant camp in the evening we can just watch them go to the water for eating food for drinking. Must check these timings before the visit, it has been twice a day morning from 9 up to 11 and evening from 3 up to 5. During the day the elephants roam the forests, only in the morning and evening are they brought to this camp for cleaning and feeding.
Adventurous Rafting – Boating at Dubare elephant camp
We may also experience adventurous rafting – boating rides to cross the river depending upon the season and water level in the river, in summer we may easily cross the bank without the need for boats as the water in the river is shallow. If we like rafting, rafts are available with life jackets.
Feeding Elephants at Dubare Elephant Camp
Another interesting activity we can involve in at the Dubare elephant camp is taking part in feeding the elephants. It’s a great experience to feed our lovely jumbo friends with their favorite foods like rice ragi, and jaggery all wrapped in dried straw and with bananas.
Travel Tips for Dubare Elephant Camp in Kushalnagar, Coorg
Best time to visit Dubare Elephant Camp
The Camp is open on all days. The best time to visit the Dubare elephant camp is in the post-monsoon months – middle September to early March, during this period the weather will be best. The camp is situated in a sylvan environment, therefore summers are also pleasant.
Dubare Elephant Camp Coorg Address: Kushalanagar, Coorg District, Nanjarayapatna, Karnataka, 571234, India
Dubare Elephant Camp Coorg Contact Number: 094495 97876
Dubare Elephant Camp Entry Fee: 100 INR per head and 50 INR Below 10 years
Dubare Elephant Camp Elephant Bathing Fee: 250 INR per person
Dubare Elephant Camp Timings: Morning: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM/ Evening: 4.30AM to 5.30AM
Elephant bath is only in the morning: 9 to 10 a.m
How To Reach Dubare Elephant Camp Coorg:
On Road: Kushala Nagara has good bus service from Bengaluru and Mysuru. From Kushalnagar, an auto or taxi can be hired to visit the camp. Dubare elephant camp is 16 km from Kushalnagar and 38km from Madikeri
Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport and the Mysore domestic airport is 121 km near Madikeri.
Nearest Railway Station: Hasana junction, 80 km away is the nearest railway station
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