• Tranquil Plantation Hideaway, Wyanad, Kerala
  • 360 Leti, Uttarakhand
  • Ananda Spa, Rishikesh
  • Ananda Spa, nr Rishikesh

Wilderness Escapes

The beauty of a wilderness retreat is that you really can get away from it all. If you lead a hectic life in the city then you will love a holiday that takes you away from the fast pace of life. 

In our wilderness section we highlight some of the hotels and resorts in India that we feel offer you a complete get away from it all experience. 

360 Leti

360 Leti,  Almora MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

The camp is perched at 3,000 metres in the Himalayan foothills, with spectacular views of the holy peak of Nanda Devi. With a maximum of eight guests, attentive service, no communications or electricity (solar power provides light and hot water), peace and comfort is total.

Kalamatia Sangam Himalayan Resort

Kalamatia Sangam Himalayan Resort ,  Almora MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Kalmatia Sangam Himalaya Resort is situated close to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary at an altitude of 2000m (6500ft.).Kalimat Estate is a 16 acre property and nestled into the hillside the resort is spread over 5 acres of sylvan surroundings amidst cedars, cypresses, pines, mimosa, rhododendron and other trees.

Amanbagh

Amanbagh,  Alwar MI Evaluation - Diamond

Situated in the foothills of the Aravalli Hills and built, haveli-style, using soft sandstone and pale pink marble, Amanbagh is a regal garden estate in the starkly beautiful wilds of Rajasthan.

Green Lagoon Island Resort

Green Lagoon Island,  Backwaters MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

A tropical, remote island to enjoy tranquility and peace, plenty of space, luxuriant nature and as much culture as you like. Original, richly decorated wooden Kerala houses, traditional and refined cuisine and an exclusive collection of South Indian art objects make your stay a unique experience.

Phillip Kuttys Farm

Phillip Kuttys Farmhouse,  Backwaters MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

Staying at Philip Kutty’s Farm is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the real Keralan experience in a fascinating location, with a caring family to look after you

Privacy at Sanctuary Bay

Privacy at Sanctuary Bay,  Backwaters MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Privacy at Sanctuary Bay offers a secluded and personal setting right on the shore of Lake Vembanad. It is located opposite Kumarakom, 45 km drive from The Malabar House and 65 km from Cochin International Airport. privacy has two distinct bungalows.

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Kurumba Village Resort ,  Coonoor MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

The Kurumba Village Resort is a rare aromatic arena; far from spicing with mere words, we have established the fifteen self-sufficing cottages amidst a SPICE haven where nutmeg, cloves and pepper abound.

Eco Habitat outside view

Eco Habitat,  Coorg MI Evaluation - Silver

Close to Bangalore, yet surrounded by the lush greenery of Coorg, this farm-like setting offers two private pool villas flanked by coconut and vanilla trees.

Orange County Coorg

Orange County Coorg,  Coorg MI Evaluation - Gold

When you step into the portals of Orange County, Coorg, you leave one world behind, and step seamlessly into another: the bygone era of the Gentleman Planter, ensconced in the cocooned comforts of a lush plantation paradise, perfumed with the subtly intoxicating aroma of coffee and spice.

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Vivanta by Taj Madikeri,  Coorg MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

New Hotel awaiting photos. Totally private, sprawled over a wooded mountain-face with amazing views, Vivanta by Taj - Madikeri, Coorg will be the ultimate hide-away. It will be situated on an idyllic hillside, 5000 feet above sea level, just 7 kilometres from Madikeri town.

Jims Jungle Retreat

Jims Jungle Retreat ,  Corbett NP MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Jim’s Jungle Camp is located on the borders of the buffer forest of Corbett Tiger Reserve, roughly 2kms from Jhirna entry gate. Seasonal river and plantation forests surround the property. 6 lodges, 12 cottages and 4 safari tents on 15 acres, protected by solar-electric fence.

Glenburn Tea Estate

Glenburn Tea Estate ,  Glenburn MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Glenburn remains perhaps the only destination in India where you can walk all day and return to luxury at night. We grow our own fresh herbs, spices and many fruit and vegetables, making the experience a “foodie” one as well, with an emphasis on using local ingredients to create mouth watering menus.

Ramathra Fort

Ramathra Fort,  Karauli MI Evaluation - Gold

Ramathra Fort lies between two of India’s internationally famous wildlife reserves, Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur and Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve in Sawai Madhopur.

Elephant Valley

Elephant Valley,  Kodaikanal MI Evaluation - Bronze Plus

Elephant Valley, Eco Farm Hotel is a 100 acres nature reserve and organic farm welcoming eco-tourists and nature lovers all year round.

Fern Creek

Fern Creek,  Kodaikanal MI Evaluation - Gold

The ambience is comfortable and refreshing filled with the aroma of eucalyptus, lilies and pines. Designed for utmost privacy, our 7 swiss luxury tents are spread across 1.5 acres.

Korta Escapes

Korta Escapes,  Korta MI Evaluation - Bronze Plus

The Korta Escape was established in the year 2005 as an ideal retreat destination for those who like to get away from the daily stress of modern living set amidst the peaceful aravali range of mountains and surrounded by serene farmlands and small villages, a stay here allow you to experience rural Rajasthan in a very unique way.

Manvar Resort & Desert Camp

Manvar Resort and Desert Camp,  Manvar MI Evaluation - Gold

The Manvar Resort & Desert Camp is Located in the heart of the sand dunes of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, between the ancient cities of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner. Manvar Resort is an oasis in the desert - designed as a desert village settlement.

Oberoi Wildflower Hall

Oberoi Wildflower Hall,  Mashobra MI Evaluation - Diamond

Situated at 8,250 feet in the magnificent Himalayas, Wildflower Hall is a fairytale luxury resort set in 22 acres of virgin woods of pine and cedar.

Casa Del Fauno

Casa Del Fauno Homestay,  Munnar MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

Welcome to the flora and fauna of the Kannan Devan hills at Munnar. Munnar, one of the finest tourist destinations of South India beckons the visitor with its picturesque sights of lush green wilderness and pleasant weather.

Windermere Munnar

Windermere Munnar,  Munnar MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Windermere Estate, is where the manicured tea gardens merge with the lush green forests of western ghats. Hallmarked for its exclusiveness and high range hospitality, Windermere is a 60 acre Cardamom Plantation.

Orange County Kabini

Orange County Kabini,  Nagarhole NP MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Orange County’s 'Spirit of the Land' philosophy finds its most intimate expression at Kabini where the casual visitor is drawn into the very bosom of the Nilgiri biosphere.

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The Bison Wilderness Resort,  Nagarhole NP MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

The decor and ambience of the camp recreates the adventurous decadence of a bygone era. Wooden floors, elegant linen, beautiful artifacts, old cabin trunks and other original antiques seek to enhance the rustic setting of the camp site.

Chhatrasagar Tented Camp

Chhatrasagar Tented Camp,  Nimaj MI Evaluation - Platinum

Luxury tents have always been an important part of Rajput lifestyle. Constant campaigns in far flung lands meant long stays in tents under inhospitable conditions. Tents were the only luxury available and soon these “homes away from home” evolved into mobile, mini-palaces.

Camel Camp Osian

Camel Camp Osian,  Osian MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

Camel Camp in Osian was started by Reggie Singh, who is a grandson of Maharaja Ratan Singh of Jodhpur. To begin with Reggie imported African high quality tents

Kalari Kovilakom

Kalari Kovilakom,  Palakkad MI Evaluation - Gold

Kalari Kovilakom is the Palace for Ayurveda, perhaps the first and only one of its kind. Its face is the face of the warrior-king, elegant and expansive. But its heart is that of a sage, offering a deep healing, a doorway to the union of the mind, body and spirit.

KTDC Lake Palace

KTDC Lake Palace,  Periyar NP MI Evaluation - Silver

Lake Palace, a former summer palace of the King of Travancore, is situated on an island in the middle of the Periyar Lake - 20 minutes by boat from the mainland.

Ananda Spa

Ananda Spa,  Rishikesh MI Evaluation - Platinum

Located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills, close to the mythological cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, surrounded by graceful Sal forests, overlooking the peaceful Ganga as it meanders into the distance, Ananda is the spiritual pathway to the ultimate, discovered through the union of body, mind and soul.

Glasshouse on the Ganges

Glasshouse on the Ganges,  Rishikesh MI Evaluation - Silver Plus

The Glasshouse on the Ganges, like the other Neemrana 'non-hotel' Hotels, honours both an extraordinary historical site as well as a magical natural spot.

Rohet Wilderness Camp

Rohet Wilderness Camp,  Rohet MI Evaluation - Gold Plus

Six luxury tents sit comfortably on a small dune in the lap of nature and total wilderness. The small dune happens to be the highest point of an otherwise pan flat landscape.

Samthar Farmhouse

Samthar Farmhouse,  Samthar MI Evaluation - Silver

The Samthar Farm House has been created by converting an abandoned Lepcha tribal farmhouse into a comfortable country residence, whilst preserving its natural stone and old timber construction.

Reni Pani

Reni Pani Jungle Lodge,  Satpura Tiger Reserve MI Evaluation - Gold

Reni Pani Jungle Lodge is an exquisitely designed conservation and wildlife focused lodge located close to the Satpura National park and Tiger Reserve.

Ri Kynjai Resort

Ri Kynjai Resort ,  Shillong MI Evaluation - Gold

With the backdrop of the enchanting Khasi hills, Ri Kynjai is set amidst groves of majestic pine, lush paddy fields and a small organic tea garden.

Tranquil Plantation Hideaway

Tranquil Plantation Hideaway ,  Wayanad MI Evaluation - Gold

Welcome to Tranquil – a 400 acre private coffee and spices plantation, nestled within the remote and lush rainforest of Wayanad, in the north part of Kerala, India.

Vythiri Resort

Vythiri Resort,  Wayanad MI Evaluation - Gold

Spread across either bank of a sprightly mountain stream that runs through the 150 acre property, the Vythiri Resort is a delightful jungle hideaway and a naturalist's treasure trove.

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