The Serai Kabini - Begur

4-star riverfront resort on the Kabini River for nature and wildlife escapes

Accommodations

The Serai Kabini offers spacious air-conditioned rooms and villas with private or shared patios overlooking the Kabini River. Each room includes a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries, and some waterfront villas feature personal hammocks. The resort has only 20 guest rooms, ensuring a quiet and uncrowded stay with river-facing views from nearly every room.

Dining

Daily complimentary breakfast is served at the Wild Grass restaurant, offering Indian, Western, and Chinese cuisine. The restaurant team, including Chef Cheluve Gowda and Chef Nagaraj, can tailor meals to guest preferences and accommodate dietary requests. Room service is available for those who prefer dining in their villa, and the property also offers themed dinner nights.

Wellness and Fitness

The resort's spa, Oma, provides holistic treatments blending Eastern and Western techniques, with a signature coffee spa and traditional stone massage. A fitness center with free weights and cardio equipment is available for guests. An outdoor swimming pool and hot tub offer additional relaxation options, with the pool overlooking the river.

Activities and Entertainment

Guests can kayak, pedal boat, or take coracle rides on the Kabini River, all arranged by the resort. On land, the resort offers archery, cycling, bird watching, nature walks, and indoor games like table tennis, carrom, and foosball. Evening entertainment includes bonfires, live flute performances, and cultural shows such as Karnataka folklore veergase.

Location and Wildlife Experiences

The Serai Kabini is situated on the banks of the Kabini River, within easy access of Nagarhole National Park and Bandipur National Park. The resort arranges jeep and boat safaris into the park, with expert naturalists like Chamaraj and Shekhar guiding guests. Nearby attractions include Kabini Dam and nature trails; the resort is 77 km from Mysore Railway Station and 260 km from Bengaluru International Airport.

• Location: Riverfront resort, 5 min from safari departure point
• Rooms: Waterfront villas with private hammocks
• Dining: Wild Grass restaurant with personalized chef service
• Wellness: Oma spa with coffee spa and stone massage
• Activities: Kayaking, coracle, archery, cycling, nature walks
• Safari: Guided jeep and boat safaris into Nagarhole and Bandipur
• Policy: No TVs in rooms to encourage disconnection