Located 10 km from Shimoga, a thick cover of forest is situated there inhabiting tigers and lions moving freely in its deep parts. A lion and tiger safari began there in 1988, across a huge area of 200 hectares.
It is a picnic spot enriched with varied types of flora and fauna hidden in its every nook and corner. Offering a entrancing views through safaris and special recreational ones for kids, one is suppose to follow the strict rule of not using the camera while on the safari.