Jim's Jungle Retreat
Wildlife safaris,
Jungle sleepouts,
Forest-view lodges
Families,
Couples,
Solos
In beautiful Uttarakhand, Jim’s Jungle Retreat is built using mud and thatch in a traditional Gujar style on the border of Corbett National Park.
A team of passionate people with qualifications in wildlife management operate the retreat, regularly collaborating with government bodies to conserve the surrounding tiger habitats. The award-winning facilities make every effort to minimise environmental impact, and the management is heavily involved in community initiatives within the Corbett region.
Come here to be affected and inspired by the enthusiasm that the team at Jim’s Jungle Retreat has for the environment and wildlife. This is a perfect offbeat place to stay while exploring Corbett National Park and comes highly recommended.
Most people come to Corbett for the outstanding jeep and elephant safaris and tiger spotting opportunities. You can also participate in heritage walks, go fishing or cycling, or spend a night sleeping in the jungle – an experience unique to Corbett.
There’s also a swimming pool, Aranyam spa, nursery, dining area, lounge, and fair-trade boutique on site.
The Rooms
There are eighteen residences in total, among them lodges, cottages, and safari tents. The jungle lodge is our personal favourite, elevated fifteen feet above the ground with gorgeous 360-degree views from cool, tiled wraparound verandas. They are spacious and elegant, furnished with opulent fabrics inspired by the Raj era.
What You’ll Find:
Why You'll Love It:
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Agra
The Golden Triangle & The Himalayas
This is a proper adventure, taking in the riches of Rajasthan before venturing deep into the Himalayas to explore the off-the-beaten-track Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. After tiger-spotting in Corbett, escape to the unspoiled Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. Here, colonial-era hill stations and quiet Himalayan villages offer a slower pace and extraordinary views, far from the tourist trail.
Highlights
Iconic sights
Seeing the best of Rajasthan (think the Taj, tigers and terrific forts, palaces and handicrafts)
Unique accommodation
Staying in haveli hotels and warm and welcoming luxury homestays with fascinating histories
Himalayan views
Ending the holiday on a (literal) high in the Himalayas, venturing into the Kumaon region that most tourists miss
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Delhi
The Birdlife of North India
This two-week itinerary takes you around North India to see for yourself the wide variety of bird species and animals that call these rugged, scenic landscapes home. Keen birders and the more intrepid travellers will particularly enjoy this holiday, with plenty of opportunities for birdwatching, hiking and safaris through national parks, along rivers and in sanctuaries.
Highlights
Corbett National Park
Staying deep in the heart of Corbett National Park in a forest lodge, an incredible setting for wildlife sightings
Chambal River
Cruising along the Chambal river on safari with a naturalist guide, providing expert information about the birds and animals you spot
Birding throughout
Plenty of birding opportunities in varying locations, from national parks to bird sanctuaries and a conservation reserve
Jim’s Jungle Retreat on the map
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The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to India
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