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WILDLIFE NATIONAL
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Wildlife Resorts
The name Mahua Kothi draws its inspiration from one of India's most beautiful
trees, the Madhuca Indica, or as it is commonly known, the Mahua or butter tree.
Pronounced ma-hoo-a, this tree with its fleshy off - white flowers plays a central
role in festivals and rituals, as the vitamins, minerals and sugar-rich flowers
are used in a number of ways. The twelve charming suites or Kutiyas (jungle
village huts) are newly built in the 40 acre grounds of the renowned tented
camp formerly known as Churhat Kothi. The original Kothi (homestead) comprising
the guest areas remains and has been extensively renovated, but the guest accommodation
is all brand new.
The Tiger Den Resort in Bandhavgarh is spread across the beautiful lush green,
and tranquil surroundings of the land of the White Tiger-Bandhavgarh National
Park. This wildlife resort in Bandhavgarh was conceptualized, designed and now
managed by professionals from the service industry. The Bandhavgarh wildlife
resort has 18 elegantly furnished luxury cottages. The balcony of the cottages
overlooks the marvelous and gigantic hills of the Vindhyanchal range.
Bandipur Safari Lodge is built along the lines of contemporary architectural
style with a maximum capacity of 24 persons at a time. There are twelve well-furnished,
elegant rooms with modern amenities and spacious bath to relax your senses.
The campus is dotted with medicinal and ornamental plants and the panoramic
view of the surrounding hillocks instills the naturalist in you.
Bandipur National Park used to be the private game reserve of the Maharajas
of Mysore. pioneering a concept-of bringing you closer to nature- has been conceived
by a couple with great passion and appreciation for the wilderness. They are
none other than Maharani Kumari Vishalakshi Devi and her husband Kanwar Gajendra
Singh of auwa. At Tusker Trails Great care has been taken to make your stay
comfortable and unforgettable yet very near to nature.
For a walk on the wild side, look no further than the southern outskirts of
Bangalore city, where you can find everything from avifauna to panthers in the
Bannerghatta National Park. The 25,000 acre park is home to panthers, lions,
tigers and a large variety of birds. Indulge your sense of adventure with a
lion and tiger safari for a tête-à-tête with the big cats.
You could also wander through the Zoological Garden, with its canopy of shady
and sturdy trees, find a quiet resting spot beside a pond and watch waterfowl
frolic.
The Bagh is a heritage hotel set in 12 acres two hundred year-old garden in
Bharatpur Rajasthan, it is located just four hours away from major destinations
such as Delhi, Jaipur and Gwalior. The Bagh offers visitors an opportunity to
experience quiet luxury near Keoladeo Ghana National Park, one of the most famous
bird sanctuaries in the world.
Meandering through the woody landscape of the forests of Karnataka is the Cauvery,
a large and majestic river of South India. Perched on the banks of this river
are the Cauvery Fishing and Nature Camps, now known as home to the great Mahseer
-- the most challenging and the largest tropical sporting river fish known to
man.
This resort in a mango orchard offers an intimate ambience. The Corbett Hideaway
is on the banks of Kosi River & only nine kms. from entrance to the main
Corbett Tiger Reserve. Pebbled walkways leads to the cottages which have baked
tiled roofs, stone tiled floors, woven bamboo mat ceilings & fire places.
Devbagh Beach resort is on an island and can be reached by boat, making it a
tranquil and panoramic getaway for a perfect and quiet holiday. The entire island
is covered with thick casuarina trees. The unspoilt ivory beaches beckon you.
This resort is hardly 22 km south of the Goa border, and is located off Karwar,
in Karnataka, India.
Doddamakali is situated 6 km upriver of Bheemeshwari. This is the remotest and
the most rugged and primitively beautiful place imaginable. This is where you
will learn the meaning of the word "isolation". Here the Cauvery stills
and collects into a large pool which is ideal for water sports. Six tents are
located here. Doddamakali is a great place if you are ready to rough it out.
Our staff, of course, will always be with you. This is our base for corporate
team building exercises, conducted through OZONE, the leading outdoorsmen of
South India.
The Karnataka Forest Department has about 150 Elephants in various camps and
Dubare has been historically an important camp. The Elephants for the famous
Mysore Dassehra were trained at Dubare elephant camp. But presently after logging
operations have ceased, the Forest Department does not really know what to do
with all its Elephants! Elephants have been practically retired except for giving
some rides to odd tourists.
Galibore is 95 km from Bangalore, 16 km away from Bheemeshwari. It is set amidst
a wilderness of gigantic Terminalia arjuna trees, with the river flowing in
front, and the hills on either side of the river. Wild elephants often come
to the banks of the river to drink. There is a great barbecue corner around
which you can have beer while the meat gets grilled.
This is an unmatched combination of holiday at a hill-station and an opportunity
for exploration of the wildlife. The resort is located in the heart of the Biligiri
Rangaswamy Sanctuary (B R Hills) at K Gudi, just 90 km. from Mysore, on a hilly
terrain at an altitude of 3300 ft., (to 5000 ft.,) above sea level.
The camp is located on the banks of River Kali, which is the most famous perennial
river flowing through the Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is
close to two wildlife sanctuaries; the Anshi National Park and Dandeli Wildlife
Sanctuary. The whole district is a dense forest with around 70% area under forest
cover.
Situated in the heart of Kanha, the Tuli Tiger Resort beckons Tiger lovers from
all over the World to come and explore Kanha. The Resort has a setting which
makes you feel that you are camping out in the jungle itself, but with the full
security and comfort that has become a trademark of the Tuli Group. This resort
comes to you from the "Tuli International" people and lives up to
the Tuli reputation in all its aspects.
The Wild Grass lodge is located outside Kaziranga National Park area and is
about 200-kms away from Guwahati. Built in an attractive rural style kind of
architeture, the resort's surrounding ground is covered with more than 40 species
of trees over 200 species of shrubs, creepers and climbers.
Kabini River Lodge, 80 kms from Mysore and 200 kms from Bangalore, is a wildlife
resort situated amid the tranquil green and the quite flowing Kabini River.
The resort promises all comforts, adventure and excitement of visiting wildlife
in its natural habitat. The resort offers colonial styled fourteen well appointed
private lodges with modern amenities. The restaurant at the Resort offers Indian
and Continental Cuisine. Best time to visit is between September to May.
The Panna Tiger Resort is located at Madla near Panna Tiger Reserve (Madhya
Pradesh, India) has eight cottages & four tented accommodations. The resort
is located right next to river Ken. All rooms overlook the river and provide
a breathtaking view of the river and the visiting birds. Sports fishing (Angling)
is also permitted in the river.
The Pench National Park lies among the southern valleys of the Satpura ranges
in the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India. The major town located nearest
to the park is Nagpur, Which is 95 km away. The park covers an area of 292.85
sq km but if combined with the neighboring forest area of the Mowgli Pench Sanctuary
(118.31 sq km) and the buffer zone (346.73 sq km), they total up to an area
of 757.89 sq km to form what is known as the Pench Tiger Reserve. Recently in
1992, Pench has been included under the umbrella of "Project Tiger"
as the 19th Project Tiger Reserve.'
Spice Village Resort, Periyar Set in the heart of the Cardamom hills of Kerala,
Spice Village is an unprecedented tourist destination, offering a rare opportunity
to enjoy South India's wildlife & Beauty. The Village lies just outside
Periyar tiger reserve, and a stay here is the perfect way to appreciate and
respect the environment. Recreating the mood of local tribal community, the
resort architects have designed individual cottages amongst a landscaped spice
garden. Each dwelling is thatched with elephant grass & offers simple luxury
& privacy.
Taj Garden Retreat is located at a distance of 140-kms from Kochi airport and
neighbours the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Get back to nature with the Taj Garden
Retreats.This rustic resort is set in a three and half acre estate of coffee,
spices and fruit trees at the periphery of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The
Taj Garden Retreat has 32 rooms in cottages built on stilts and surrounded by
thick woods. All rooms are aquipped with modern amenities and facilities to
ensure a comfortable stay. Apart from the usual four star services, it also
provides the therapy of an ayurvedic massage centre.
The Aman-i-Khás Experience includes one night in the capital, New Delhi
followed by three nights at the camp itself. Amanresorts provides operational
assistance to The Manor hotel, set in one-and-a-half acres of landscaped garden
in the green Friends Colony suburb. This intimate 12-suite hotel is a comfortable
overnight retreat. At The Manor, a complimentary car and driver are available
for Aman-i-Khás guests to shop and enjoy the sights of Delhi.
The name Ranthambore is derived from two hills in the area, Ran and Thanbhor.
Another version says that Ranthambhore was once called Rana Stambhapura or City
of the Pillars of War. The Tiger Den Resort in Ranthambore, sprawling over an
area of 5 acres on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park, is a place which
refreshes your scenic senses. Nestled among the majestic Aravali Hills, covered
with lavish flora and fauna, it provides a soothing warmth to the eyes and relaxation
to the mind.
This Oberoi Groups` luxury spa resort, located adjacent to the famous Ranthambhor
Tiger Reserve, is the first luxury jungle resort in India. The Resort consists
of luxury air conditioned tents, located discretely so as to ensure maximum
privacy. The tents, restaurants, bar, etc., occupy only 5% of the Site, thus
maintaining its natural beauty.
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