Dubare Elephant Camp

in the Kodagu district in Karnataka on the banks of the River Cauvery is Dubare Elephant camp. Dubare elephant camp is one of the major camps Elephant camps in Karnataka over the 150 other camps. The camp lures many travelers and elephant lovers to the camp.

The stay and fun with the elephants would make an ideal trip amidst the thickets of the trees and cool springs. The camp is not just for visiting elephants, but also lets the tourists enjoy rafting, trekking, fishing etc.

Trained naturalists are available to explain the various aspects of an elephant, their behavior etc. Tourists can take part in activities involving elephants and observe and learn. Most of the elephants trained here are used for the Mysore Dasara festival.

Dubare Elephant Camp

The elephant camp lets the tourists enjoy the sight of elephants bathing, eating and doing other activities nearby. The tour would be like camping with the big giant elephants in their natural habitat.

The interesting location of the elephant training camp on the banks of the River Cauvery is ideal to spend a day. Tourists can enjoy jungle rides on the elephants, which is indeed an experience.

Wildlife Activities in the Camp

Other than watching the giant elephants the visitors can also spot many peacocks, sambhar moving in herds to the river banks. There are numerous varieties of birds and chirping around.  You can go for a jeep safari to enjoy the wildness of the forests.

Tourists can enjoy a Sailing on the Cauvery River in a coracle. Learning from the naturalist on the various aspects of nature, history and all about the elephant’s biology as well as ecology would be perfect experience in the camp.

Visitors are also facilitated on how to feed an elephant and the different types of food that elephants like. Bird life here in Dubare is a treasure house of peacocks, kingfishers, partridges etc. Other animals found in the forests are tigers, sloth bears, Indian Bison, bears, crocodiles etc.

Elephant Interaction Camp

Elephant Rides Timing: 10 AM – 12 PM and 4 PM – 5 PM

Guest Facilities

• Food service- North and South Indian cuisines only
• Luxury cottages with fitted bathrooms
• Public restrooms
• Drinking water facility
• Video/camera allowed

Best Time to Visit

September, October, November, December, January, February, and March are ideal months for visiting this training camp. However, if you are looking for river-rafting experience, then you should come here between July-September.

Nearby Restaurants

• Coffee Cup
• Shanthi Bites
• Rangoli Multicuisine Restaurant
• Fish Curry Rice
• Coorg Planters Court
• Hotel Crown Grand Family Restaurant
• Maarish

Famous For: 

Elephant conservation, wildlife safari, photography, adventure sports, family trip, educational tour, bird watching, and wildlife research

Entrance Fee:

 Boat transportation to the main camp costs 20 INR per head.

Elephant Fun Activities: 

800 INR (for Indians), 1437 INR (for foreigners); this package includes interactive sessions with tamed elephants and rides.
Day Stay: 
1447 INR (for Indians), 1690 INR (for foreigners); it includes food, coracle boat ride, elephant rides, and camera charges. Taxes are extra, as applicable.

Timings - Opening & Closing: 

 Monday – Sunday( Public Holidays): 9.00 AM - 6.00 PM