Best Jungle Camps in & around Hyderabad

Hyderabad, often referred to as the City of Pearls, serves as the capital of Telangana and is renowned for its rich historical heritage combined with modern allure. It is regarded as a key destination in the Telangana tour packages, showcasing remarkable historical landmarks that date back to the 16th century, alongside palaces, museums, temples, gardens, and lakes that are frequently alive with activity. For those seeking an escape from the lively crowds and the pressures of everyday life, and desiring a place where noise, pollution, and the routine of daily existence are diminished, the jungle camps surrounding Hyderabad present an excellent option. These eco-friendly, spacious, and charming jungle lodges are unique in their offerings, allowing wildlife enthusiasts to bask in the sunlight and immerse themselves in the sounds of the jungle, observe birds in their natural splendor, or catch a glimpse of elusive wildlife during a Safari included in the Hyderabad tour packages.

Here is the list of some amazing jungle camps around Hyderabad.

Bairlooty

Situated in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, Nallamala Jungle Camp at Bairluty represents a community-driven eco-tourism project initiated in 2017 by AP Tourism within the Nagarjunasagar – Srisailam Tiger Reserve; the other two initiatives are Thummalabailu and Pacherla. Approximately 85 km from Kurnool, 96 km from Srisailam, and 300 km from Hyderabad, this camp is regarded as one of the best jungle camps near Hyderabad. The primary objective of the camp is to garner local support for wildlife, provide conservation education to visitors, and empower local communities to enhance their livelihoods. Spanning an area of 10 acres, Nallamala Jungle Camp features four cottages and six tents. Eco-tourism activities such as jungle safaris, trekking, and bird watching are offered to tourists at this camp as part of Srisailam tour packages. The camping site is nestled among deep valleys, gorges, and forests, rendering it an ideal location for an overnight stay and for exploring the unspoiled scenic beauty of its natural surroundings while promoting conservation education to visitors.

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Pacherla

Pacherla Jungle Camp is one of the three eco-tourism projects started by AP Tourism in Nagarjunasagar – Srisailam Tiger Reserve. Located near Nandyal in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, it is one of the famous jungle camps around Hyderabad and among the best places to visit as part of the Mahanandi tour packages. This community-based eco-tourism camp was started in 2017 to conserve wildlife and provide job opportunities for the local communities. Pacherla Jungle Camp has four semi-permanent cottages and 2 semi-permanent tents. Situated in the deep jungles of Nargarjunasagar – Srisailam Tiger Reserve, this wilderness camp combines the vast ruggedness of the jungle with the reassuring comforts of home. Jungle safari is available for the tourists at this camp which offers wilderness experience and exposure to the floral and faunal diversity of the Eastern Ghats along with its awesome landscapes. It is also heaven for bird watchers where one can spot Grey Hornbill, Indian Roller, Paradise Flycatcher, Black-headed Oriole, Red-vented Bulbul, and purple sunbird.

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Blackbuck Resort

Blackbuck Resort is a jungle camp maintained by the Jungle Lodges and Resorts, Govt of Karnataka. About 160 km from Hyderabad, it is one of the best jungle resorts maintained by the Government of Karnataka. Located between the Honnikeri Reserve Forest and the Vilaspur Lake, the jungle lodge is spread over 4 acres of land, surrounded by lush greenery, flora, and fauna. Rustic cottages perched on slopes by the lake shore create a medley of beautiful vistas. The resort offers guided tours of Blackbuck National Park in jeeps, where you can savor the unique experience of trailing blackbucks on foot and watch them disappear into thickets. The park has pristine grassland where one can have glimpses of wolves, foxes, jungle cats, and hyenas. Besides, the resort arranges bird-watching tours for guests every morning. One can also go boating and coracle ride in the lake during your stay at the resort as part of the Bidar, tour packages. It is a perfect setting for those who want to enjoy a lakeside rhapsody while leaving the baggage of urban life behind.

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Amrabad

Lies in the Nallamala Hills of Telangana, Amrabad Jungle Camp at Mannanur is part of the Nallamala Forest track that has rich biological diversity with several endemic species of flora and fauna. It is one of the best jungle camps around Hyderabad and among the popular places to visit as part of the Srisailam packages from Hyderabad. The jungle camp in Amrabad Tiger Reserve is providing the city dwellers with a chance to explore the jungle, its flora, and fauna. The jungle camp in Srisailam, among the most sacred places to visit near Vijayawada, has well-furnished cottages, a health clinic, an interpretation center, a plastic recycling center, a biological lab, and others. Along with the stay, the camp also organizes jungle safari through the forest paths up to Farhabad Shikar Ghat prepared by the sixth Nizam during 1869-1911. From the Farhabad viewpoint, the tourists can enjoy the breathtaking view of the jungle, its beautiful lakes, the Krishnaveni river, and mountains.

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Tadvai

Tadvai Forest is one of the popular eco-tourism spots located near Medaram, among the top places to visit in Ramappa Temple. Maintained by the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district forest department, Tadvai Forest Huts offer accommodation amidst the deep jungle at a very nominal cost. People can experience a wonderful morning listening to many beautiful voices of different types of hummingbirds while staying at the camp as part of the Ramappa tour packages. Forest trekking, Forest cycling, Night camping, Nature Trail, Bird Watching, and Damravai Dolmens are some of the top things that are offered by Tadvai Forest Huts with the most affordable rates. One can also spot many rare birds and old trees here.

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Jannaram

Situated in Mancherial district of Telangana, Jannaram is famous for Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary. Recognized as a Tiger Reserve in 2012, it has been declared as the 42nd tiger reserve in the country and among the important wildlife sanctuaries in Telangana. Spread over an area of around 893 sq.km, the sanctuary houses several species animals including Cheetal, Sambar, Barking Deer, Nilgai, Sloth Bear, Indian Bison, Panther and Tiger. One can stay in the Haritha Eco Resort which is surrounded by scenic hillocks and greenery. Also, this camp offers services like jeep safaris, and bird watching trips for tourists to spot several rare animals in their habitat. The main attraction of the jungle safari is the Tiger. Thousands of tourists visit this sanctuary to experience the thrills amidst wild beasts of the region.

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