fees/permits
The park does not allow private vehicles inside the national park. Only the park reserved vehicles are permitted to go inside with a guard who is also the driver. The surrounding high end resorts have a tie up with forest department and allow for gypsy rides.
Every safari is only for strict 45 minutes. The bus can accommodate 20 people in it and is jam packed on any weekend.
by car
It is easy to drive the hill temple.It is around 230 km from Bangalore and a 5 hour journey.Since the weather conditions are extreme, it is advised to keep the car in good shape, especially headlights, wipers and tyre pressure.