Karnataka · Nature Integrated Learning Programs · April – May 2026

Into the Wild — Nature Camps 2026

Three distinct forest sanctuaries across Karnataka — each a living classroom connected to your curriculum.

Nature Integrated Learning Program by Vanalok — All our programs are integrated with nature and academics. Participants learn things related to their academics, connect with nature, and have fun while doing so.

3Karnataka Camps
3D/2NFormat
16Batch Dates
Apr–MaySeason 2026
4Target Groups
Section 02 · Karnataka
Karnataka Expeditions & Forest Camps
11 Destinations · Multi-day Programs
Castle Rock
Dandeli & Anshi
Sirsi & Kumta
Sagara, Gerusoppa & Honnavara
Sitanadi & Agumbe
Bhadra & Chikkamagaluru
Sakleshpura
Kodagu
BR Hills
Hampi & Koppal
Bidar
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Kulgi – Kumbharwada
April – May 2026
Western Ghats
Children Teenagers Parent+Child Adults
Kulgi, Kumbharwada — Central Western Ghats
₹14650per head onwards
Camp 01 · 3 Days / 2 Nights

Kulgi – Kumbharwada

“Learn your ABC's from the Central Western Ghats — Arboreal animals, Apiary, Birds, bees, Conservation.”

🧒 Children 12–16 🧑 Teenagers 16–25 👨‍👧 Parent + Child 🧑‍💼 Adults 25+

This combination of Kulgi and Kumbharwada gives a perspective of vastness in terms of spaces, cultures, sustainability and conservation. Have a meaningful conversation with different tribes about their experiences with the wild.

3 Days / 2 Nights
Difficulty: Easy
Jungle Tent Accommodation
6–8 Apr9–11 Apr13–15 Apr16–18 Apr20–22 Apr23–25 Apr27–29 Apr30 Apr–2 May4–6 May7–9 May11–13 May14–16 May18–20 May21–23 May25–27 May28–30 May
  • Experience local tribes and their culture
  • Interact with local experts in apiculture and wild fruits & medicines
  • Visit and experience different types of primary and secondary forests
  • Basic cartography and geology
  • Basics of ornithology — understanding animal behaviour
  • Nature journaling and nature therapy
Child / Teenager
₹14,650
Parent + Child
₹19,650
Adult
₹21,650
Package Inclusions
📜 Accredited Certificate 🚌 Transportation ⛺ Jungle Tent Stay 📋 Permits & Entry 🧭 Expert Guides 🛡️ Insurance & Safety 🥗 Healthy Food 🎨 Artworks & Experiments 🎒 Eco Bag & Cap
Gerusoppa – Honnavara
April – May 2026
Coastal Ghats
Children Teenagers Parent+Child Adults
Gerusoppa · Honnavar, Karnataka Coast
₹14650per head onwards
Camp 02 · 3 Days / 2 Nights

Gerusoppa – Honnavara

“Ancient trade routes, Lion-tailed Macaque conservation, Olive Ridley Turtle protection — where history meets ecology.”

🧒 Children 12–16 🧑 Teenagers 16–25 👨‍👧 Parent + Child 🧑‍💼 Adults 25+

This quaint place is known for ancient temples, forts and a rich diverse history. Gerusoppa is Karnataka's Lion-tailed Macaque conservation centre. Honnavar flaunts lovely beaches, waterfalls, and Olive Ridley Turtle Conservation and Mangrove conservation zones.

3 Days / 2 Nights
Difficulty: Easy
Jungle Tent Accommodation
6–8 Apr9–11 Apr13–15 Apr16–18 Apr20–22 Apr23–25 Apr27–29 Apr30 Apr–2 May4–6 May7–9 May11–13 May14–16 May18–20 May21–23 May25–27 May28–30 May
  • Understand and navigate through ancient trade routes by boat
  • Learn about the legendary mega queen who brought India's glory to the world
  • Explore ancient climax forests to understand their ecosystem services
  • Breakfast with agroforestry experts
  • Tracking rare species of plants and animals
  • Learn nature's art and designs · Nature therapy
Child / Teenager
₹14,650
Parent + Child
₹19,650
Adult
₹21,650
Package Inclusions
📜 Accredited Certificate 🚌 Transportation ⛺ Jungle Tent Stay 📋 Permits & Entry 🧭 Expert Guides 🛡️ Insurance & Safety 🥗 Healthy Food 🎨 Artworks & Experiments 🎒 Eco Bag & Cap
Biligiri Rangana Hills
April – May 2026
Tiger Reserve
Children Teenagers Parent+Child Adults Senior Citizens
BR Hills Tiger Reserve, Karnataka
₹14650per head onwards
Camp 03 · 3 Days / 2 Nights

Biligiri Rangana Hills

“From tigers to temples, from tribes to technology — everything in one small but massively impactful space.”

🧒 Children 12–16 🧑 Teenagers 16–25 👨‍👧 Parent + Child 🧑‍💼 Adults 25+

Travel to the nearest Tiger Reserve, enjoy sunrises and sunsets with the local community. We stay amongst the coffee estates, next to the forests of the Tiger Reserve, and interact with local denizens of the hills. Equal role of genders in daily livelihood matters.

3 Days / 2 Nights
Difficulty: Easy
Coffee Estate / Jungle Stay
6–8 Apr9–11 Apr13–15 Apr16–18 Apr20–22 Apr23–25 Apr27–29 Apr30 Apr–2 May4–6 May7–9 May11–13 May14–16 May18–20 May21–23 May25–27 May28–30 May
  • Learn different tribal art forms directly from tribe members
  • Experience community-led conservation and sustainable practices
  • Be a part of their local business
  • Enjoy evening safaris, treks and have breakfast in the wild
  • Community-led conservation initiatives
  • Experience equal role of genders in daily livelihood matters
Child / Teenager
₹14,650
Parent + Child
₹19,650
Adult
₹21,650
Package Inclusions
📜 Accredited Certificate 🚌 Transportation ⛺ Jungle Tent Stay 📋 Permits & Entry 🧭 Expert Guides 🛡️ Insurance & Safety 🥗 Healthy Food 🎨 Artworks & Experiments 🎒 Eco Bag & Cap

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What Participants Say

Voices from the Forest

Kulgi Camp

My daughter came back a completely different child — asking questions about fungi, trees, and carbon cycles over dinner. That's the Vanalok effect.

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Meera Krishnamurthy
Parent · Bengaluru · April 2025
BR Hills Camp

Waking up to bird calls in a Tiger Reserve, having chai with Soliga tribe members — this isn't a camp, it's a life reset.

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Arjun Selvakumar
Student, 17 · Chennai · May 2025
Honnavara Camp

As a science teacher, I was amazed at how every Vanalok activity mapped perfectly to our CBSE curriculum. Students understood ecosystems better in 3 days than 3 months of class.

👩‍🏫
Sunita Hegde
Science Teacher · Mangaluru · March 2025
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