On the banks of the Kabini River in South India, Red Earth offers around twenty cottages, each with a private outdoor jacuzzi, facing the waters and surrounding forest. A destination designed for travellers seeking nature, safaris and tranquility, away from the beaten tourist path.

Why choose Red Earth

• Location on the banks of the Kabini River, in an area renowned for its wildlife and birdlife.
• 20 spacious cottages, each equipped with a private outdoor jacuzzi.
• Cottages dedicated to honeymoon couples and one cottage adapted for people with reduced mobility.
• Guided outdoor activities: wildlife safaris, bird watching, cycling, trekking, excursions.
• On-site restaurant, no need to leave the lodge for meals.

The atmosphere

Red Earth sits within the typical rural landscape of southern Karnataka: agricultural lands, dense vegetation and the Kabini River as a constant backdrop. The common areas and cottages offer views over the backwaters, those calm stretches of water formed by the downstream dam.

The atmosphere is that of a nature lodge rather than an urban hotel: no city centre within immediate reach, little noise, and days punctuated by jeep safaris, cycling rides and returns to the cottage in late afternoon. The on-site restaurant, with its traditional furnishings, serves Indian and continental cuisine in an intimate setting.

Accommodations

Red Earth has 20 cottages, each equipped with a private outdoor jacuzzi. Some cottages are reserved for honeymoon couples. One cottage is specially adapted to accommodate people with reduced mobility, a detail to mention at the time of booking.

The available information does not detail the interior décor or layout of the cottages beyond this information: we invite you to contact the lodge directly for visuals and precise configurations (double bed, twin, family capacity).

Services and activities

• On-site restaurant: meals served in the main hall of the lodge.
• Wildlife safari: jeep outings in the Nagarhole National Park area, neighbouring the Kabini, rich in elephants, deer and big cats.
• Bird watching: the river banks host significant birdlife, particularly in the dry season.
• Cycling: circuits through agricultural lands and surrounding villages.
• Trekking: guided walks through the wooded areas of the region.
• Excursions: organised visits departing from the lodge.

Geographic location

Red Earth is situated on the banks of the Kabini River in southern Karnataka State, close to the Nagarhole National Park area. The region is accessible from Mysore (by car, allow a few hours) or from Bangalore international airport, which is further away. The final leg is travelled by secondary roads: arrange a transfer in advance.

The immediate surroundings are rural: no shops, no nightlife. The lodge operates independently, which aligns with its nature retreat purpose.

What to see and do in the region

The Kabini area is one of the most renowned safari spots in South India, notably for the high density of elephants in the dry season (March-May) and the possibility of spotting leopards and tigers. Culture enthusiasts can venture to Mysore, a historic city renowned for its palace and markets.

To extend your stay in India, other accommodations can complement an itinerary: Clouds Valley for a high-altitude stay, or Grand Hotel Ernakulam and Fort Queen on the Kerala side.

Plan your stay

Red Earth fits naturally into a circuit in South India, between safaris on the Kabini, a visit to Mysore and a journey down to Kerala. To build a tailor-made itinerary including this lodge, explore our India trips and connect with our local team.