Situated in the midst of western ghats of chikmagalur district, surrounded by lofty hill ranges of bababudanagiri, River Tern Lodge is a perfect blend of nature & wildlife. It is located on a hillock, at the pictureseque bhadra river, near lakkavalli and close to bhadra tiger reserve.

Bhadra wildlife sanctuary boasts of rich avian life with birds like grey junglefouwl, red spurfowl, painted bush quail, emerald dove, black woodpecker etc. Huge marsh crocodiles and monitor lizards are a common sight here. Gaur and leopards are also spotted. This sanctuary is adopted under " Project Tiger".

Activities: Wildlife viewing through bhadra tiger reserve, boat ride, water based activities like sailing, kayaking, water cycle, water trampoline, joy fishing are all possible. A few others in the vicinity are visit to tyverekoppa lion & tiger safari and sakkrebyle elephant camp, bird watching, mountain biking.

Season: Generally plesant throughout the year. Monsoon makes the place lush & green. Summer would be slightly warm.