Tourist places are known to attract crowds based on the season. Some prefer to spend the summers at beaches or hill stations while a large number of people are drawn to the hills during the monsoons. Come rain or sunshine, Dandeli continues to attract crowds in droves owing to its pleasant climes. One would enjoy the same pleasant weather throughout the year because the town is surrounded by a thick envelope of a mix of deciduous and evergreen forest. The perennial flowing river Kali and the tall trees provide the much needed cool breeze and absorb the harsh sunlight.
However, the time of the year matters if you’re coming to Dandeli for some specific purpose- Bird watching, wildlife spotting, river rafting, boating-kayaking or simply to enjoy the calm place full of trees, birds and the river. One would enjoy a stay at Whistling Woodzs across the year and therein lay its charm. In fact, guests who visit Dandeli at different times of the year find that the fun varies with every changing season.
Best time to visit Dandeli for river rafting
If you’re visiting for the sheer thrill of river rafting, then the best time to visit Dandeli for river rafting is the months between October and June. The Kali river at this place flows throughout the year, barring a few days in peak summers when occasionally it could go dry. Otherwise the river is flowing in full spate, allowing for adventure seekers the full glory of river rafting. It could get quite humid during peak summers owing to the dense foliage around the resort. Never forget to carry your sunscreen and moisturizer, irrespective of the time of the year. In the monsoon, the river Kali flows with much gusto, the waters from the tributaries on the way joining the main course of the river. It turns extremely muddy and the flow is fierce.
At such times, it is advisable to venture out for river rafting only under strict supervision of the expert guides. Do carry your rainwear, except umbrellas which can turn turtle in the fierce gales. Guests are also advise to carry warm clothes across the year except for the peak summers since the weather is quite cool, especially in the morning and the evenings.
Best time to visit Dandeli for bird-watching
If bird-watching is your main objective, then you must come here during the winters and summers when the birds fly freely and are seen in plenty. Birdwatching in Dandeli is a pleasurable activity. The months between November and March is the best time to visit Dandeli for bird-watching because the skies are clear, the sun shines happily and you won’t feel tired even after trekking for miles owing to the cool weather. You can watch the birds mud bathing, in flight, hunting for food or sun bathing, depending upon the time of the day. The breeding season begins in February for the Malabar Pied Hornbill, the majestic bird commonly found in this region.
The monogamous grey Hornbill (as also the Trogon) comes back to the same nest every year with the same partner for breeding and is hence a very fragile species. You can easily spot the flame throated bulbul, spider hunter or the spotted babbler along the river. March and April are the major breeding months because the trees are dry yet provide adequate coverage from predators and mainly, they are laden with fruit. Early morning and evening are the two times when birdwatchers can make hay with bird spotting.
Best time for visiting Dandeli for the wildlife
Dandeli With wildlife, it is almost the same case, the monsoons being the time when animals venture out only for food and prefer to stay to themselves. January to March is the ideal time for spotting wildlife at the Dandeli wildlife sanctuary. Animals enjoy a perennial source of water even deep within the forests in the form of several ponds and watering holes that rarely dry.
If you’re visiting Dandeli for Kayaking or boating , then the months post the monsoons are best suit since the water at some places is quite calm by this time.
Visiting Dandeli in the monsoons
Dandeli in the monsoons is an altogether different enactment of nature’s glorious play. The entire are is flush with new outgrowth of plants. The trees are soak in water and appear to be enjoying the downpour. The surrounding mountains and the forest is shroud in a curtain of showers that appears magical and surreal at the same time. Crowds flock to Dandeli to enjoy the river and the forest in the monsoon. Though mobility in the deep forests may be restrict owing to the slush, one can soak in the magical appeal of the rains by just staying within the resort and enjoy its offerings.
Couples and artists prefer to visit Whistling Woodzs during the monsoons as it provides the much needed respite from all the chaos and hullaballoo of the city life. One can also enjoy the splendid water falls in the nearby region including Sattodi, Molangi, Anshi, Magod and the majestic Vajra falls. The approach road could be a tad tricky but with appropriate rainwear and sturdy shoes, one can walk all the way up to the leaping stream of water.
Monsoons are also a preferred season because of pleasant weather. The Whistling Woodzs Resort offers all the luxury amenities to its guests including AC rooms, excellent food and wi-fi connectivity. Couples, honeymooners and those desirous of soaking in the rains prefer this season. It is also comparatively less crowded at this time of the year and hence one can enjoy the ambience to its full.
The best time to visit Dandeli is when the mind craves for the river and the forests. Karnataka is full of surprises and boasts of bountiful nature. No wonder it is termed One State many worlds. The roads leading to Dandeli can be approach from all major cities in India and are in excellent condition. The best time to visit Karnataka is whenever you are drawn towards forests, wildlife, mountains, birds and the bountiful waters. Dandeli beckons all year long. The fortunate ones answer its call.
