Bannerghatta National Park

Bannerghatta National Park is a popular zoo and safari located 22 Km away from Bangalore city. It is a major conservation area and a popular spot for tourists, families, and nature lovers. From Prestige Evergreen, the park is 2 hr 8 min or 42.1 km away and is reachable via NH 48.

It was started in 1970 and became a national park in 1974. In 2002, a part of it was made into a zoological garden called Bannerghatta Biological Park. It covers 260.51 sq. km. and has Lion and Tiger Safaris with enclosures made to look like their natural habitat.

• Bannerghatta Biological Park: The main part of the park, with a zoo that has animals from India and abroad.
• Grand Safari: The top attraction where visitors go by bus or jeep to see animals in large enclosures.
• Lion Safari: See lions up close.
• Tiger Safari: Home to Royal Bengal Tigers and rare White Tigers.
• Bear Safari: Area for rescued sloth bears.
• Herbivore Safari: Spot elephants, deer, and bison.
• Butterfly Park: India’s first butterfly park with a garden and a dome that has over 48 butterfly species.
• Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre: Helps orphaned and injured animals, supporting wildlife conservation.
• Other Attractions: Boating in the lake and a children’s park with play areas.

The Bannerghatta National Park map shows the coordinates of the area and its address for visitors to reach easily. It is in the Ramanagara District, Karnataka. The address of the park is National Park Rd, Bangalore, Karnataka 560083. Its coordinates are:

• Latitude: 12°48′03″N
• Longitude: 77°34′32″E

Its distance is closely linked to transit hubs and other tourist places. The nearby commuting hubs are:

• Bannerghatta National Park's nearest metro is Yelachenahalli Metro Station on the Green Line.
• The nearest bus stop Yelachenahalli bus stop, which is 2 Km away. Bus routes: 365, 365AB, G-4, V-368.
• The main road to Bannerghatta National Park is Bannerghatta Road (State Highway 87). It connects the park to Bangalore's Hosur Road and runs south through towns like Bannerghatta and Jigani.

• Park Timings: Open from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday to Monday. Closed on Tuesdays.
• Safari Timings: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Ticket Prices (2025):
• Park Entry: About ₹80 for adults.
• Non-AC Bus Safari (with Zoo access): From ₹260 for adults.
• AC Bus Safari (with Zoo + Butterfly Park): From ₹500 for adults.
• Jeep Safari: Private option, more costly.
• Children and senior citizens get discounted tickets.
• Online booking is advised to skip long queues.

The Bannerghatta National Park sprawls over 260.51 sq. km. and has various parts divided for different species:

• Zoo: Spread over 12 hectares, with wild animals like King Cobra, Panthers, Crocodiles, Bears, Deer, and birds.
• Lion Safari: 19 lions in a 5-hectare area, visible closely during the Lion Safari.
• Tiger Safari: 33 tigers, including 7 white tigers, in three groups—two in enclosures, one in reserve forest for tourist view.
• Butterfly Park: Covers 7.5 acres with garden, conservatory, museum, research lab, and curio shop. Around 48 species of butterflies.

Prestige Evergreen is a pre-launch apartment township that is in proximity to the Bannerghatta National Park. This 28-acre housing site is ideal for people looking for a perfect spot to enjoy weekends. This Prestige Evergreen venture's construction will begin in Oct 2025. Its possession is scheduled for Dec 2029.