Why Butterfly Forest In Karnataka’s Bisle Ghat Should Be In Your Travel Bucket List

Bisle Ghat in Karnataka is home to millions of enchanting butterflies. It is one of the most beautiful roads in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is among the few untouched areas of pristine forests in Karnataka. Bisle Ghat is home to some of the most spectacular rainforests in India. It is one of the wettest regions in Karnataka. This relatively unknown rainforest is a treat for any nature lover. This summer season, you can plan to visit these places. Many people plan a trip to their favourite hill stations or their preferred coastal towns during this season. If you are a nature lover, you will fall in love with Bisle Ghat. Spread across three regions of Karnataka namely Kodagu, Malnad and Dakshina Kannada, Bisle Ghat is a real treat for the senses. To the north lies the rolling hills of the Kaginahare forest, to the south is the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary of Kodagu where the Kumaradhara river originates, to the west is the Bhagimalai forest and to the southwest are Kumaraparvatha and the Kukke Subramanya forest range.

During the rainy season, one can also spot migratory butterflies in this dense forest. Apart from the enchanting butterflies, you can also experience the wonderful chirping of birds and the lush greenery here. It is quite rare to see such a pristine ecosystem in today’s times. This thriving forest has been spared from any human infrastructural development. The hundreds of thousands of butterflies that can be seen in the forest make the richness of this place clear.

The species of butterflies that can be seen here include the Common Blue, Balka Parrot, Common Castor, Common Grass Yellow, Common Jay, Common Tiger, Little Swift and many more.

How to reach the butterfly forest?

This forest is located near the Sakleshpur hill station in Hassan district of Karnataka. You can reach the place by bus or train. Taxis and buses are there from Sakleshpur to Bisle Ghat, which is 250 km away. If you are a true nature lover, then you must visit this lush green forest. The best time to visit Bisle Ghat is during the monsoon season. During the rainy season, one can not only spot butterflies but also migratory birds here.