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Hotel Kanha Jungle Lodge, Baihar, Madhya Pradesh
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Hotel Kanha Jungle Lodge, Baihar, Madhya Pradesh |
Address
P.O. Mukki,
Teh. Baihar
Distt Balaghat
City : Baihar
Pin Code : 481111
State: Madhya Pradesh
STD Code: +91-7637
Phone(s): 216015, 216016,, 290661
Fax: 011-26865212
emailid: tigerresorts@tigersindia.com
website: www.tiger-resorts.com
Contact Persons
Mr. Amit Sankhala (Managing Director)
Rating: 2 Star
Rooms: We offer 18 spacious rooms and two new independent deluxe cottages with private patios, overlooking a lush green Sal forest, to make a total of 20 rooms. They have modern facilities with single, twin or double bedded rooms, with attached bathroom, (all amenities) shower, running hot and cold water, comfortably furnished, even a hot water bottle at night to keep you warm.
Tarrif:
2 nights, 3 Days on American Plan:
Single: Rs. 6,500
Double: Rs. 9,900
Extra: bed Rs 5,500
Other Information:
The Jungle Lodges were the creation and vision of the late Mr. Pradeep Sankhala, who planned and built the Jungle Lodges and personally handled them for over 15 years. Being a professional tour operator, he saw to each and every need of the traveller. An active member of Professional associations, he lectured on Wildlife conservation and tourism at Universities, colleges, schools and associations and clubs around the world. Pradeep was a well respected conservationist and was the chairman of Tiger Trust in India.
Mr. Pradeep Sankhala comes from the famous Sankhala family who have spent all their life for Tiger conservation. His father - the late Mr. Kailash Sankhala was the Founder Director of "Project Tiger" (1972), known as the "Tiger Man of India". His role as the founder Director of "Project Tiger", meant to protect and increase this predator species, was exemplary. He became Director of the Delhi Zoological Park and later Rajasthan's Chief Wildlife Warden.
He had authored many books, some on the Tiger as well.. National Parks (1969) Wild Beauty (1973) Tigerland(1977) Tiger ! The Story of the Indian Tiger (1978) Gardens of God (1990)
The Government of India has instituted the National Fellowship for research on Wildlife and Stare Award for Wildlife conservation by Rajasthan Government dedicated to Kailash Sankhala along with dedicating the Interpretation center at Sariska National Park to his name. There are many annual conservation programs and centers also dedicated to him.
Today, Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge and Kanha Jungle Lodge are managed by Pradeep's son - Amit Sankhala (grandson of Kailash Sankhala) who with his boundless enthusiasm and charm owns, operates and manages both the Jungle Lodges. With his vast knowledge and interest in the field of eco tourism, he continues the legacy of conservation and wildlife tourism. Amit is the Managing Director of Tiger Resorts Pvt.Ltd and Indian Nature Expeditions.
Located at Mukki (in the Balaghat District) amidst Sal forests, the lodge is about one kilometer from the Kanha National Parks Mukki entrance and thus designed as a jungle lodge, well camouflaged in the forest.
It is tastefully developed with low impact on the land and environment with 18 spacious rooms and two independent deluxe cottages, equipped with a portico canopy, under which you can relax. The rooms are fully furnished with double/twin share beds, and have attached bathrooms with running hot water. A spacious thatched dining room which serves home cooked Indian food and Continental cuisines, becomes the centre point for activities such as campfire performances, lectures and star gazing.
Since it is located close to Kanha National Park and is the closest to the Mukki entrance gate, guests can listen to the sounds of the Jungle right in their backyards! Several species of birds, the alarm calls of deer and the occasional roar of the tiger can be heard here.
The lodge has set strong principles of being environmentally friendly and every aspect of its development and operation is sensitively synthesized towards nature conservation. The estate has a lot of trees and bushes that attract a variety of birds, butterflies and insects. We can proudly say that not even 1 tree was cut during the construction of the lodge. In fact one room has a tree growing through it.
Rooms at Kanha Jungle Lodge:
All our rooms are equipped with twin or double beds, with reading lights, a writing table and chairs, large luggage rack etc. The rooms are all with attached baths with hot and cold running water and showers.! and a hot water bottle at night.
Dinning and Public Areas
A large round thatched dining cum common room serves as a dining area which seats 35- 40 guests. There is also a friendly open area to dine under the stars or to breakfast, under the rustling sal forest leaves and the twittering of brids. One can browse through books in the library or just study the numerous information panels on the boards.
The Courtyard:
Is an open area in center of the Jungle Lodge surrounded by the Sal forest with chirping birds and fluttering butterflies. Participate in a discussion on tiger sightings and conservation issues with a blazing campfire . It also provides an ideal set up for star gazing in the evening. .There is also a hammock if one just wants to relax or read a book. And a great place to catch up for chai (Tea) and daily campfire evenings.
The Maidan (grounds):
Most of the land is left wild with lush overgrown grass to attract and make our Jungle inhabitants comfortable. Our 11 acre estate , is however, interspersed with trees and bamboo that do attract our Jungle neighbours and a variety of birds. You will occassionally get to see the flying squirrel, colourful butterflies and insects, a langour monkey and even a few strolling spotted deer.
Sports and TV:
The Jungle lodge is equipped with facilities of volleyball and badminton and indoor games such as Chess. There is a Video and a library of Wildlife films. All of these are available on request.
Astronomy:
As the sun sets and a galaxy of stars covers the canopy, we take a short after dinner walk to begin our
Star Gazing session. After a short introduction of Stars and constellations, you have an opportunity to see through our telescope the planets, so close , never seen before by most guests. You will all enjoy this exhilarating experience.
Bird Watching:
We organize Bird watching excursions around the Jungle Lodge, during the day, for those energetic clients who are interested in learning more about our birdlife..
Butterflies:
Kanha is specially rich with its butterflies and a large number of them are found at Kanha Jungle Lodge. See the collection of Butterflies at the Lodge.
Nature Walks"
We organise Nature walks in and around our Jungle Lodge, thru the forest , where you get to experience and see a variety of birdlife and insects as well as the occasional ant hill... If you are lucky, down by the river, you may even get to see the elephants bathing in the afternoon and can participate in helping them take a bath.
Resident Naturalist:
Our resident Naturalist oversees most of our environment sensitive programs and conducts the jungle safaris to Bandhavgarh National Park , Birding excursion around our wild lands, village excursions, Astronomical session and discusses with you the days wrap up of the activities, observations and answer your questions. He is actively involved with the conservation activities sponsored by the Jungle Lodge through Tiger Trust.
Solar Energy:
To increase our dependence on the direct energy sources we have tried to use the power of sun god to provide us the energy and help save the worlds natural environment.
Solar cooking - Some part of the cooking for our Guests is done in two different types of Solar cookers. This helps minimize energy use and also food cooked is healthy and tasty. Our guests can ask for cooking lessons for solar cooking.
Wormy - Composting:
To make efficient and hygienic disposal of organic waste, we are using a process of decomposition by worms which is efficient, odorless and provides us with rich organic fertilizers for our organic farming on site.
Organic Farming:
Much of our fresh vegetables come from the organic farming at the Lodge. One can see a Varity of vegetables and fruits being cultivated . Guest are welcome to take a tour.
Medicinal Plant Garden:
We have also on site a nursery of indigenous Medicinal/ Herbal Plant which is an astonishing insight on what secrets seemingly unimportant plants hold for our good health. There is a large variety of Plants and a tour with our naturalist makes it an interesting experience.
Safaris:
Jungle Safaris are organized by 4 x 4 jeep vehicles, open from all sides to give you a panoramic unobstructed view of the landscape, to catch every bird or animal that may just sneak into the grass and to listen to the sounds of nature whether it be mating calls, alarm calls, distress call or just a casual roar. The Vehicles are extremely quiet and do not disturb the peaceful jungle environment and allows us to listen to Jungle sounds and photographs with great amount of ease. There are two jungle excursions at Dawn and Dusk which are conducted. The jungle safari are accompanied by a forest guide and last for 3-4 hours each. During the jungle excursion there is always a good chance to see many animals including rare animals such as Royal Bengal Tiger, leopard, Indian bison (Gaur) , barasingha (swamp deer) and wild dogs to name a few.
The jungle sounds alarm calls of the Deer and Monkeys and occasionally the red jungle fowl, make the forest come alive as if we are sitting in a theater with the worlds best stereophonic sound equipment.
Elephant excursions:
We organize excursions by elephants , subject to availability by the Park Authorities , to enable to get close to the animals, especially the Tigers, incase we have missed seeing them from our jeeps ( as it enable us to trek in the forest on Jungle roads).
It is also a great experience of riding an elephant through the Indian Jungle, thru thick bamboo forest, streams, and meadows. It is one of the best transport systems that exist today in areas inaccessible by man. They are unique and easily accepted by the animals world as part of them and thus allow the elephants a close proximity. Apart from the morning "tiger show" on the elephant ride , there is also the possibility of visiting elephant camps in the afternoon.
Village Safari - for those who are interested in exploring India's rural area, we organize a Village safari to visit some villages and schools to understand their way of life,which is very unique and different to our city life. Their simple attractive red tiled roof - neat and clean homes, colourful attire in saris, traditional ways of cooking on firewood as well as cultivation by traditional methods, are an eye opener.
Hotel ID: 6351 |
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