The park contains the country's first butterfly enclosure, covering 7.5 acres.
It hosts one of the largest rescue centers for lions and tigers in India.
The park is part of a larger wildlife corridor that connects to the Biligirirangana Hills.
It maintains a specialized hospital and rehabilitation facility specifically for rescued circus and captive animals.
The park features a dedicated 'Grand Safari' area which is separated from the zoo by a large perimeter wall.
It is home to a significant population of free-ranging elephants that occasionally interact with the park's boundaries.
The park terrain includes several ancient rocky hills and dense dry deciduous forest patches.
It serves as a primary site for the Karnataka Forest Department's wildlife conservation outreach programs.
Bannerghatta Biological Park is a 104.27-square-kilometer protected area located on the outskirts of Bengaluru, Karnataka. It functions as a comprehensive biological facility encompassing a zoo, a dedicated butterfly park, and a grand safari zone. The park houses a large population of rescued animals, particularly tigers, lions, and sloth bears, within expansive enclosures. The safari segment operates as a protected forest region where herbivores and carnivores are kept in naturalistic settings. The butterfly park is a distinct, multi-level facility featuring a conservatory, a museum, and an audiovisual room. It serves as a rescue and rehabilitation center for injured wildlife brought in from surrounding regions. The park focuses on ex-situ conservation, environmental education, and scientific research. It is surrounded by hilly terrain and dry deciduous forests, contributing to the local ecosystem of the Shivanahalli region.
The elevated viewing deck within the butterfly park conservatory offers the best macro-photography opportunities.
Book safari tickets well in advance through the official online portal to avoid long queues.
Visit the butterfly park early in the day when the insects are most active.
Carry plenty of water and wear hats, as large sections of the park have minimal shade.
Avoid visiting on weekends or public holidays when the park becomes extremely crowded; do not attempt to walk outside the permitted safari vehicle zones.
Closed on Tuesdays for maintenance and administrative operations.
Do not feed, provoke, or make loud noises near the animals; strictly follow vehicle-based safari safety protocols; keep plastic waste contained.
