This fishing camp is located by the Cauvery river and is very popular with the tourists. The place, set amidst lush green forests and hills is the perfect place to rejuvenate you. This is a beautiful and peaceful spot and is the camp is an excellent place for the tourists to stay when they come to Bheemeshwari.
The fishing camp provides certain basic amenities to the travelers during their stay there. Food is served in the open air dining room.
One of the most important activities to engage in while at the camp is fishing for the Mahseer fish which is the largest tropical gaming fish in the world. Tourists are however not allowed to take the fish home. They have to catch and release it to save it from being extinct.
Day visit costs Rs 850/-, while stay in the cottages cost Rs 1,900/- per person per night. Prices includes Stay, Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast, Coracle Ride, Joy Fishing, Guided Trekking, Forest Entry Fees, Camera Fees and Taxes. Angling is at an extra cost of Rs 1,000/-. Similarly, river rafting costs extra.
Note that that you can go there only by prior booking. And they fill fast! So, do plan for your trip as early as you can to get an assured booking. Bookings can be done by calling (080) 2559-7021 (/ 024 / 025).
For more information about this place, log onto
http://www.junglelodges.com. This website gives details about the activities, prices and you can also do online booking.
