Spice september 2016 issue ipad pdf

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7 GREAT JUNGLE
LODGES IN
SOUTH INDIA
LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT KIND OF
HOLIDAY? HEAD TO THESE
PIONEERING RESORTS DOWN SOUTH
LOCATED IN FORESTS IN THE MIDDLE
OF NOWHERE
BY: AARTI KAPUR SINGH
We may not be
able to lord over
the jungle like
author Edgar
Rice Burroughs’
fictional wild man, Tarzan, but we could
certainly head to one for some muchneeded
respite from the madness of our
concrete jungle.
There are numerous wildlife
sanctuaries across the country. Usually,
each one of them is known for being
home to a particular species. The
sanctuaries are also distinguished by the
best months to visit them. However, you
can stay only on their fringes.
But unknown to many, there are
some in the southern states that lend
themselves beautifully to the idea of
staying in a forest in the middle of
nowhere and marvelling at the abundant
flora and fauna, some of which is
indigenous to the region. Spice Route
takes you on a safari of seven best jungle
lodges south of the Vindhyas.
TUSKER TRAILS
BANDIPUR, KARNATAKA
Bandipur National Park was once the
private game reserve of the Maharajas of
Mysore; today, Tusker Trails lets you get
up, close and personal with it. Pick from
the six cottages with double bedrooms
and attached bath that offer a rustic
charm or the three with lavish interiors,
a lounge and private balcony. You can
treat yourself to picnics, outdoor sports,
open-air meals and swimming. In case
you are looking to get off the grid, this
jungle resort promises you the chance to
be one with nature. Sit by the water’s
edge at Mangala Reservoir or enjoy the
many walking trails. Else, enjoy some
“me time” at their spa.
Location: Bandipur National
Park, Karnataka
Best time to visit: March to October
Website: http://www.
bandipurnationalpark.in/wildflowertusker-trails.html
Contact: +91-80-23618024
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