The daily commute to work deflects us from our innate need to connect with nature and with ourselves. Yearning for the fragrance of the soil, feet touching the soft earth, the gushing sound of the trees and the sweet scents in the wind as they touch your cheek softly. Making you feel the alive the most, not when you are looking down at your screen the whole time, but when you stretch your neck and look up at the sky, from one of these India's best properties located inside national parks.
From Corbett, Kaziranga to Kanha and Kabini, here our our best jungle resorts that will make for an enthralling experience.
Forget taking international trips to South Africa, and explore what India has to offer first. The Indian subcontinent is home to a mammoth of flora and fauna, spread across the country. Whether you choose to go on a honeymoon, spend time with your family or explore solo, these national parks are waiting to enchant you!
Connect with nature away from your everyday stress and discover yourself again!
1. Mary Budden Estate
Mary Budden Estate is located in the middle of the Himalayan mountains. Spread across five-acres, the estate is a family run property dating back to the 19th century. Secluded within the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary you can spend your holidays in it's beautiful rooms with a fireplace surrounded by wilderness.
Location: Binsar wildlife sanctuary, Uttarakhand 263601, India
National Park: Binsar wildlife sanctuary
Price: INR 35,400
2. The Oberoi Vanyavilas
Experience magic located at the border of Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve in the Oberoi Vanyavilas. Stay in the luxurious tents inspired by opulent caravans of the royals. Go on a jungle drive, dine by the lake, go bird watching at the Surwal lake or dine under the stars.
Location: Ranthambhore Rd, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan 322001, India
National Park: Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve
Price: INR 54,162
3. Mahua Kothi, A Taj Safari
Mahua Kothi offers mud cottages built in the local style of architecture. Explore the 45-acre private forest on the boundary of the national park. Go on safari drives with the naturalists, jungle treks and connect with yourself.
Location: Bandhavgarh National Park Tala, Dist. Umaria, 484661 Tāla, India
National Park: Bandhavgarh National Park
Price: INR 35,400
4. Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Located in the Satpura National Park & Tiger Reserve, stay amidst true wilderness at Reni Pani Jungle Lodge. Stay in one of the luxury tents, and observe animals that come to drink water from a nearby waterhole. Go on excursions in a jeep, motorboat or take the good old path of walking.
Location: Sohagpur, Madhya Pradesh 461771, India
National Park: Satpura National Park & Tiger Reserve
Price: INR 9,999
5. Pench Tree Lodge
Step into the quintessential Jungle Book territory in Pench, Madhya Pradesh. The Pench Tree Lodge offers six treehouses and luxury cottages perched 18 feet above the ground. Go on jungle safaris, night trails, village walks and more.
Location: Pench National Park, Seoni, Kurai, Madhya Pradesh 480661, India
National Park: Pench National Park
Price: INR 9,440
6. Jim’s Jungle Retreat
Jim’s Jungle Retreat is located on the periphery of Jim Corbett National Park. Stay in one of the cottages designed in the localVan Gujjar tribe with a flair of British Raj. Stay in the forest overnight, go on jeep safaris or relax on heritage walks.
Location: Village & PO Dhela, Ramnagar, District Nainital, 244715 Rāmnagar, India
National Park: Jim Corbett National Park
Price: INR 13,641
7. The Jungle Camp Resort by Sky Stays
The Jungle Camp Resort by Sky Stays is located in located in Kumbhalgarh. Right in the mountains and in a national park, stay in a luxury cottage. Situated in the middle of a mountain, sit under the stars and relax.
Location: Bheeramballi Village & Post, H.D. Kote Taluk, Mysore Dist., 571116 Begūr, India
National Park: Pench National Park
Price: INR 4,334
8. Diphlu River Lodge
Perched on the fringe of Kaziranga National Park, Diphlu River Lodge offers 12 semi-detached cottages. Inspired by the architecture of local Mishing tribal homes, the cottages are raised on stilts and made of bamboo and wood, topped with thatched roofs.
Location: Kaziranga National Park Near Bagori Police Outpost, Kuthari, Assam 782136, India
National Park: Kaziranga National Park
Price: INR 16,940
9. Corbett the Baagh Spa and Resort
Corbett the Baagh Spa and Resort is nestled amidst the valley of Nainital Hills, surrounded by the beautiful forest of Jim Corbett National Park. Explore the real wildlife and adore the natural beauty as the resort is located nearby the renowned Jim Corbett National Park.
Location: Near Government School, Village Patkot, Tehsil, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand 244715, India
National Park: Jim Corbett National Park
Price: INR 35,400
10. The Windflower Jungle Resort & Spa
Wake up to the soothing melodies of nature at the The Windflower Jungle Resort & Spa. Stroll through the meandering greens, to a flavoursome breakfast spread. Spot a regal cat from the safety of your safari. Tuck into a sumptuous open-air buffet with your family. Relax at the award winning Emerge Spa. Soak your knots away in the expansive infinity pool. Hold hands with a loved one by the campfire.
Location: Mangala village Gundalpet taluk, Chamraj Nagar District, 571126 Bandipūr, India
National Park: Bandipūr National Park
Price: INR 14,218
11. Aman-i-khas
The domain of the majestic Bengal tiger, Ranthambore National Park is starkly beautiful, its green and gold hues the perfect backdrop to Aman-i-Khás. Situated on the threshold of the reserve, this intimate tented camp offers incomparable privacy and daily safaris seeking out the reserve’s wildlife. Back at camp, spa therapies, swimming and dining take centre stage.
Location: Village- Sherpur Khiljipur, near Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan 322001, India
National Park: Ranthambore National Park
Price: INR 45,000
12. Evolve Back
The Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge will give you an experience of wildlife like never before. Made with its vibrant social tapestry of the local Kadu Kuruba tribe this is a place to relax and unwind.
Location: Bheeramballi Village & Post, H.D. Kote Taluk, Mysore Dist., 571116 Begūr, India
National Park: Nagarhole and Bandipur National Park
Price: INR 38,000
13. The Tiger Villa
The Tiger Villa in Ranthambore is set against the beautiful Aravalli Hills. The traditional architecture of the villas comprise elements like high arches and jharokas made with traditional Rajasthani architecture style.
Location: The Tiger Villa Ranthambore Road, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan, 322001 India
National Park: Ranthambore National Park
Price: INR 4,480
India is blessed with multiple wildlife sanctuaries, flora and fauna. Which one are you most inclined to explore? Tell us in comments which one have you added on your bucket list, and if you have any suggestions to give.
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