Waterwoods Lodge

Kabini, Nagarhole National Park, Karnataka, India

A lodge on the Kabini backwaters, known for its relaxed, garden-set riverside setting.

Overview

Waterwoods Lodge sits on the Kabini backwaters bordering Nagarhole National Park, a relaxed, garden-set property known for its riverside setting rather than a large-scale luxury build.

Rooms & Table

The Rooms

Cottages set within landscaped gardens, several with views over the Kabini backwaters.

Food & Service

A relaxed dining programme served overlooking the water, with both Indian and continental options.

Activities

Boat safaris on the Kabini backwaters and jeep safaris into Nagarhole National Park.

Wildlife & Photography

The Kabini backwaters are renowned for elephant herds gathering at the water’s edge during the dry season, alongside tiger and leopard in Nagarhole.

A Photographer's Note

Boat safaris on the Kabini backwaters give a distinctive water-level vantage for photographing elephant herds along the shoreline.

Conservation & Impact

The lodge supports conservation initiatives around Nagarhole National Park and the wider Kabini reservoir ecosystem.

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