Category

Reservoir

Duration

2 - 3 Hours

M-Ticket

Accepted

Birding

Available

Parking

Available

Water

Available

Couple

Friendly

Lounge

Available

Play Area

Available

Boating

Available

Life Guard

Available

Lake

Available

GiftShop

Available

MedKit

Available

Security

Available

Dustbin

Available

Entry

FREE

Adult

FREE

Child

FREE

MobileCam

FREE

Camera

FREE

VideoCam

FREE

Overview

Bhadra dam is called as Bhadra River project (BRP) or Lakkavalli dam. it is located near Lakkavalli village in Tarikere Taluk, Chikmagalur district western part of Karnataka in India. built on the Bhadra river a tributary of Tungabhadra Bhadra River project dam is constructed to store water for irrigation, power generation and also a source of drink water supply for nearby villages. 

The 194 feet high BRP Dam was designed by M. Vishweshwaraiah, the then Chief Engineer of Karnataka State that served as the major source of irrigation and power generation (with two turbines) for the city and its surroundings. Throughout the year the water in this dam is up to the brim. The Bhadra dam was constructed between 1947 and 1965. The dam features a height of 59.13 meters (194.0 ft) (above the river bed level). The Bhadra reservoir has a gross storage capacity of 2.025 km3, live storage of 63.00 BCF at full reservoir level and dead storage of 8.50 BCF at RL (reservoir level) of 631.54 meters (2,072.0 ft)

Walking on the dam is not allowed and there will be light show in the night when the dam will be full to open up the gates. There are a number of islands created by the Bhadra river and you can enjoy the boat ride around these islands.

Know Before you go

No water activities allowed in the dam part, but the jungle lodge resort nearby provides opportunities for a boat ride and water sports. for Inquiry: 9449599769| Email Id: info@junglelodges.com

How to get there:

• Nearest Airport: There are no airports in the surrounding areas. The airport is getting constructed in Shimoga. Air travelers have to make use of one of Mangalore, Hubli or Bangalore airports.
  
• Nearest Railway Station: Tarikere lies on the Bangalore - Shimoga railway line and there are trains from Mysore and Bangalore which stop at Tarikere on the way to Shimoga.
  
• Road: Lakkavalli dam site is well connected by road network. The lakkavalli dam site is equidistant from Bhadravathi as well as Shimoga. But the drive from Bhadravathis is very picturesque.

Things to carry

ID Card

Camera

Selfiestick

Sunglasses

Cap

MedKit

Medicine

Sunscreen

Power Bank

Snacks

Things not allowed

Alcohol

Weapons

Pets

Skates

Smoking

Plastic Bag

Operational Hours

January to December

Redemption Process

• Upon completing your reservation, anticipate receiving a comprehensive email and SMS containing booking details. Present your SMS or booking confirmation email at the reception counter during check-in.
• Access your booking information easily by logging into your account on Explorebees.com and navigating to the "Active Bookings" page in the dashboard.

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Cancellation Policy

• No refund if cancelled : We know plans can change, and we're here to help. Unfortunately, no refunds are available once a booking is confirmed. Your reservation is final, and modifications or reschedules can't be accommodated. In case of cancellation, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
• Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued

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