National parks you can visit using Vande Bharat trains without taking a flight: India’s best wildlife getaways by rail

Bandipur National Park in Karnataka is among South India’s most stunning wildlife destinations. It also forms part of the UNESCO-recognised Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The park is home to Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, leopards, gaurs, and more than 200 bird species.

From Vande Bharat Express, reach Mysuru. From here, Bandipur is about 80 km away and can be reached within two hours.

Best time to visit: October to May is considered the best time to explore the beauty of Bandipur.