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Kokkare Bellur
Spend a day watching storks and pelicans, then return to Bangalore or Mysore; no overnight stay needed.
Kokkare Bellur is a tiny village on the Bangalore‑Mysore highway famous for nesting spot‑billed pelicans and painted storks. Birds arrive in January and stay until June, making a half‑day visit sufficient. The village has no hotels or restaurants, so base yourself in Bangalore, Mysore or nearby Srirangapatna and travel by bus or auto for a day trip.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Jan–Jun
- avoid Jul–Dec
- Airports
- BLR · MYQ
- Nights
- 0–1 (day‑trip only)
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Kokkare Bellur112 ▾
- Police / all services112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kokkare Bellur, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyThe village is safe for tourists; basic precautions are needed on rural roads and during the hot season.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / all services (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBLR Kempegowda International Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) northeast; taxi or bus to Bangalore then bus to Maddur).BLR Kempegowda International Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) northeast; taxi or bus to Bangalore then bus to Maddur).
- Getting aroundWalk the four village streets (15 min‑2 h).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BLR Kempegowda International Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) northeast; taxi or bus to Bangalore then bus to Maddur) · MYQ Mysore Airport (About 70 km (43 mi) south; limited flights, mostly from Hyderabad and Chennai)BLR Kempegowda International Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) northeast; taxi or bus to Bangalore then bus to Maddur) · MYQ Mysore Airport (About 43 mi (70 km) south; limited flights, mostly from Hyderabad and Chennai)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Best
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jun
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Best: Jan–Jun. Avoid: Jul–Dec. Month by month →
Warmest May (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (9 rain days), driest Mar (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kokkare Bellur: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
May
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Dec
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the four village streets (15 min‑2 h). Hire an auto from Maddur bus stand (₹10) or take a local bus from Bangalore to Maddur (₹45) then walk 12 km to the village.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bangalore
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Bus to Maddur (₹45 (≈ under US$1)), auto from Maddur to village (₹10 (≈ under US$1)), walk 12 km (7.5 mi)Bus to Maddur (₹45 (≈ under US$1)), auto from Maddur to village (₹10 (≈ under US$1)), walk 7.5 mi (12 km)
Return to Bangalore for accommodation; best early morning for bird activity.
Mysore
goDoor to door: ≈2 h 30 min total
Train to Mysore, then bus to Maddur (₹45 (≈ under US$1)) and auto (₹10 (≈ under US$1)) to village
Mysore offers more hotel options; combine with city sightseeing.
Srirangapatna
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Auto or taxi from Srirangapatna (≈15 km (9.3 mi)) directly to villageAuto or taxi from Srirangapatna (≈9.3 mi (15 km)) directly to village
Ideal for a quiet base; arrange meals in Srirangapatna.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bangalore
75 km (47 mi) north, good rail and air links; base for day trips.47 mi (75 km) north, good rail and air links; base for day trips.
Mysore
70 km (43 mi) south, rail hub and budget hotels.43 mi (70 km) south, rail hub and budget hotels.
Srirangapatna
≈15 km (9.3 mi) east, quiet guesthouses.≈9.3 mi (15 km) east, quiet guesthouses.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. transport
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. transport
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. transport
Watch out
Safety
- Road sign for the village is easy to miss; look for the left turn after the first Café Coffee Day on the highway.
- No restaurants or accommodation in the village; plan meals in Bangalore, Mysore or Maddur.
- Birds are seasonal; outside Jan‑Jun sightings are rare.
Emergency numbers
- Police / all services
- 112
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kokkare Bellur. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jan–Jun · avoid Jul–Dec · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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