KAAV Safari Lodge
Boutique safari experience
Couples,
Small families,
Wildlife lovers
KAAV Safari Lodge is an intimate luxury retreat perched at the edge of Nagarhole’s lush Kabini forest.
With just four beautifully appointed rooms, two elegant glamping tents, and a private pool villa, this boutique lodge combines stylish design with a peaceful, immersive wilderness setting.
Between safaris, relax on the deck with forest views, listen to birdsong by the pool, or gather for alfresco meals under tree canopies.
Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, couples, and small groups seeking a refined safari experience, KAAV blends comfort with wilderness immersion.
It suits travellers after curated nature encounters; land safaris, boat trips, birdwatching, and a serene hideaway among the trees.
Not suited to those seeking large hotel amenities.
The Rooms
Accommodation includes four luxury rooms with private balconies overlooking the park, two luxury glamping tents on elevated decks with open-air bathtubs and a pool villa with its own private plunge pool.
All are made from wood, canvas, and locally sourced stone, creating an earthy yet elegant ambience.
Each offers air-conditioning, en‑suite bathrooms, and seamless indoor‑outdoor flow. They feel intimate, thoughtfully designed, and in harmony with their natural surroundings.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
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India
Kerala Encompassed
Gain a great insight into the variety Kerala has to offer as you travel south to north over three weeks. You’ll have the opportunity to stay in different types and styles of accommodation, ranging from tea bungalows to a plantation mansion, houseboat, treehouse and tents, to name a few.
Spend your days among tea and spice plantations, relaxing in rural settings, spotting wildlife, cruising along the Alleppey backwaters, visiting local markets and getting to know the towns that make Kerala tick. Relax on a remote beach to round off your holiday through ‘God’s Own Country’.
Highlights
Cruise the backwaters
Explore the canals on a houseboat for two nights, watching local life pass by
Birdwatching
Wake up on the banks of the Periyar River, where you’ll have the chance to spot over 120 species of birds
Safaris
Track elephants and tigers in Nagarhole National Park
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Birds of South India
Discover lesser-visited but beautiful areas of Southern India during this two week holiday. There is a particular focus on the region’s abundant birdlife, exceptional for casual and serious aficionados. Visit several sanctuaries and travel through the lush western ghats, known as a treasure house of endemic species, as well as the strictly protected wildlife of Bandipur National Park.
Highlights
Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary
End your journey with a visit to the Rangananthittu Bird Sanctuary, home to some 170 exquisite bird species
Valparai
Explore Valparai’s remote landscapes through forest treks in an area full of wildlife, including some of the most endangered varieties of hornbills
Bandipur National Park
Spot elusive big game on sunrise and sunset safaris in Bandipur National Park
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KAAV Safari Lodge on the map
In Our Travellers’ Words
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Immersive India
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The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
Want to know more? With its vast size, rich diversity, and countless possibilities, planning a holiday to India can feel overwhelming – so we’ve created our Curious Traveller’s Guide to India to help make sense of it all.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for both first-time visitors and those returning for more.
