A popular spot among tourists for activities lies boating and river rafting, River Kali contributes majorly to the natural beauty of Dandeli. The river originates from Diggi, a small village in Uttara Kannada district, and flows past a lush green landscape that borders its banks. The native saucer-shaped coracles made of bamboo are seen on the river at all times, thus making it a picture perfect place. Besides, it is the unspoilt beauty of nature which rules the region around this river. The banks of this river are abound with weaver birds and other beautiful avifaunal species, thus making them great places for birders. At these banks, tourists can also find some of the other popular bird species including pied kingfishers and egrets among others.