Bannerghatta Biological Park

Bannerghatta Biological Park is a large zoological and conservation complex located in Bannerghatta, about 22 km south of Bengaluru, Karnataka, within the Bannerghatta National Park landscape. Established in 1971 and functioning as an integrated zoo, safari park, butterfly park and rescue centre, it houses diverse mammals, birds and reptiles. Notable for its lion, tiger and bear safaris, walk-through butterfly enclosure and elephant sanctuary, it serves as a major wildlife education and recreation destination near Bengaluru.

Visitors can explore a sprawling forested campus comprising a zoo with enclosures for tigers, lions, elephants, leopards, bears and reptiles, a Grand Safari with drive-through lion, tiger and bear safaris in protected vehicles, a walk-through butterfly park with conservatory and museum, and a rescue centre. The setting is dry deciduous forest with well-laid pathways, safari tracks, gardens and lake area. Activities include guided safari rides, zoo walks, butterfly viewing, boating and educational exhibits.

Established in 1971 and opened to visitors in 1972, the park was created as a picnic and zoo complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru. It lies within the Bannerghatta National Park declared in 1974. In 2002 it was reorganized as Bannerghatta Biological Park under the Zoo Authority of Karnataka, integrating the zoo, safari, butterfly park and rescue centre for conservation and education.

Serves as a major centre for wildlife conservation, education and recreation for Bengaluru region, promoting awareness of native fauna and butterfly conservation through its zoo, safari and butterfly park exhibits