Arrive, lunch, water and games
- Check in from 11:00 AM and freshen up
- Lunch at the resort
- Kayaking, raft boating, jacuzzi bath, pool or coracle ride
- Archery, table tennis, badminton or volleyball
- Campfire and dinner
River resort · Sakshalli
Starling River Resort Dandeli
Sakshalli Village · near the Kali · tent from Rs 1600 · cottage from Rs 2500
Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Campfire
- Kayaking
- Jacuzzi Bath
- River View
- Indoor Games
About this stay
Starling River Resort Dandeli (Starling Resort) is a riverside jungle stay in Sakshalli on the outskirts of Dandeli, near the Kali. Tents sit by the water; cottages and balcony rooms give a quieter room stay with forest around.
The listed 2D/1N plan covers stay, meals and activities such as kayaking, raft boating, jacuzzi bath, swimming pool, archery, trekking and campfire, plus light games like table tennis, badminton and volleyball. Sightseeing toward Eco Park, Supa Dam, backwaters and Crocodile Park is easy to add with a cab.
Packages start from about Tent Rs 1600 and Cottage Rs 2500 per person. Confirm the latest rate on WhatsApp — weekends and holidays can differ.
How to reach
- From Dandeli bus stand: cab toward Sakshalli / Barchi / Starling River Resort.
- From Alnavar or Dharwad: share your train time and we will suggest a pickup (cabs from about Rs 2000 depending on route).
- Self-drive: pin “Starling River Resort Sakshalli Dandeli”; the last stretch is a village / forest road.
Package details
2 days / 1 night with 1 lunch, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast. Check-in 11:00 AM · checkout 11:00 AM. Sightseeing cabs are extra.
Included
- Stay in the selected tent or cottage (2 days / 1 night on the 1-night plan)
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast on the listed plan)
- Kayaking and raft boating
- Natural jacuzzi bath (subject to water level)
- Swimming pool and coracle ride (when running)
- Archery, trekking and campfire (weather permitting)
- Table tennis, badminton and volleyball on the property
- Free parking
Not included
- White-water rafting slots beyond property water activities (confirm on WhatsApp)
- Jungle safari tickets at the forest counter
- Dandeli local transport for sightseeing (Eco Park, Supa Dam, backwaters, Crocodile Park — cab payable)
- Airport / railway / bus-stand cabs (from about Rs 2000 depending on route)
- Extra mattress or extra person beyond room occupancy
- Soft drinks, bottled water and snacks
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any activity not listed as included
Itinerary
Pick a stay length. Room prices below are per person for that plan.
2 days · the listed Starling package with meals and property activities
Trek, breakfast, sightseeing buffer
- Early trek and bird watching in the forest belt
- Breakfast
- Optional Eco Park / Supa Dam / backwaters / Crocodile Park (cab payable)
- Checkout by 11:00 AM
3 days · extra morning for safari without rushing the river day
Arrive, lunch, property evening
- Check in from 11:00 AM
- Lunch, then kayak / pool / jacuzzi
- Campfire and dinner
Safari or sightseeing day
- Optional jungle safari (payable extra)
- Or Syntheri Rocks / Eco Park / Supa Dam with a cab (payable)
- Back for lunch, archery or games and a second campfire
Breakfast and checkout
- Breakfast
- Checkout by 11:00 AM (bag hold on request)
4 days · room for rafting, safari and a full rest day
Arrive, settle, river evening
- Check in from 11:00 AM
- Lunch, then pool or kayaking
- Campfire and dinner
Rafting / water sports day
- Extra rafting if you want a longer Kali run (payable; confirm slots)
- Lunch and rest at the stay
- Jacuzzi, archery or volleyball
Safari or waterfall day
- Jungle safari (payable extra)
- Or Magod / Syntheri / Kavala with a local cab (payable)
- Campfire and dinner back at the stay
Checkout buffer
- Breakfast
- Checkout by 11:00 AM
To-do list
A short checklist so the stay and add-on activities actually happen.
Before you leave
- Carry a government photo ID (Aadhaar / passport / driving licence). PAN alone is not enough.
- Pack light cottons, trekking sandals, swimwear and a raincoat in monsoon.
- Share train or bus arrival time if you need a pickup toward Sakshalli / Barchi.
- Tell us meal preference, veg or non-veg, and any allergies on WhatsApp.
On arrival
- Check in from 11:00 AM. Early check-in depends on the previous guest.
- Lunch, then water activities — kayaking, raft boating, jacuzzi or pool.
- Confirm any safari or extra rafting slot with us the same evening.
Before checkout
- Early trek / birding if you want it before breakfast.
- Checkout is 11:00 AM. Ask if you need a bag hold after a morning outing.
- Settle extras (safari, sightseeing cabs) at the desk, not only on WhatsApp.
Choose your room
Prices are per person for the itinerary you selected above. Tap a card to select it.
Tent Stay
- River side
- Meals
- Activities
₹2,000
₹1,600
per person
- Food included
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (veg / non-veg on request)
- Food menu
- Resort meals — South Indian breakfast; veg and non-veg for lunch and dinner. Confirm the day’s menu on WhatsApp.
- Activities included
- Kayaking, raft boating, natural jacuzzi bath, swimming pool, coracle ride, archery, trekking, campfire, table tennis, badminton, volleyball
- Extra activities (payable)
- Extra rafting slots, jungle safari, Eco Park / Supa Dam / Crocodile Park cabs, Syntheri Rocks
Cottage Stay
- Balcony
- Meals
- Pool nearby
₹3,200
₹2,500
per person
- Food included
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (veg / non-veg on request)
- Food menu
- Resort meals — South Indian breakfast; veg and non-veg for lunch and dinner. Confirm the day’s menu on WhatsApp.
- Activities included
- Kayaking, raft boating, natural jacuzzi bath, swimming pool, coracle ride, archery, trekking, campfire, table tennis, badminton, volleyball
- Extra activities (payable)
- Extra rafting slots, jungle safari, Eco Park / Supa Dam / Crocodile Park cabs, Syntheri Rocks
Ratings and reviews
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Sanjay K. · Guest review · 5/5
Riverfront tents looked great and the cottage balcony was quiet. Kayaking after lunch was the highlight.
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Anjali M. · Guest review · 4/5
Good family base. Pool and archery kept the kids busy. Confirm jacuzzi and boating in monsoon.
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Rohit D. · Guest review · 4/5
Simple meals, clean stay, easy to arrange a cab for Supa Dam and Eco Park.
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Pooja N. · Guest review · 5/5
Liked the campfire evening and morning birding. Staff helped lock our checkout cab on time.
Stay policies
- Check-in
- 11:00 AM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Minimum stay
- 1 night
- ID
- Any government photo ID. PAN card is not accepted as the only ID.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on the package. Tell us allergies on WhatsApp.
- Advance
- Typically 40% to confirm; balance at check-in. Confirm on WhatsApp.
- Cancellation
- Strict rules may apply. See our refund policy and confirm the cutoff on WhatsApp before you pay.
What’s nearby
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Kali river bank
On / beside property
Tents and cottages face the water and forest edge.
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Sakshalli / Barchi belt
Local
Quiet outskirts stay — share your pin if you self-drive.
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Dandeli bus stand
Nearby
Share your arrival time if you need a pickup.
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Dandeli Eco Park / Supa Dam
Day trip
Sightseeing add-ons; local cab payable.
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Crocodile Park / backwaters
Day trip
Often paired on the same outing.
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Syntheri Rocks
Day trip
Allow a half day and a cab (payable).