Aman i Khas

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Aman i Khas

tents

Ten authentic, appropriately stylish, comfortably elegant tents are pegged complete with modern necessities, tucked beneath their wilderness exterior. The beguiling setting, on the edge of the former Maharajah’s hunting ground, Ranthambhore Park, is pitch perfect. The Tents and Dining Hall and a locally inspired Spa Tent are reminiscent of the splendid travelling Moghul camps which were favoured by the Emperors and their entourage during the hunting seasons of this richly elaborate period. Each tent is expansively designed beneath a soaring six metre canopy: cotton partitions separate the sumptuous bathroom, bedroom, sitting and dining areas in a sweep of cool breezy beige and tan, allowing nature to be observed at close quarters beside delicate fine drapes. The wooden ceiling fan turns in harmony with nature’s mystical sounds, encouraging sound and soothing sleep.

Measuring 108m2 each, the tents are identical in design. They are constructed of canvas and supported by a steel frame with the interior walls and ceilings draped in fine cotton. Entry to each tent is through a screened area that contains an armchair and a dining table with chairs. Beyond this is the centre of the tent under which lies an oversized daybed, ideal for lounging.

Opening from the central area are three further sections for sleeping, bathing and dressing. The 'bedroom' area is fitted with a king-size bed flanked by twin writing desks. The bathing area includes a shower, soaking tub and separate toilet whilst the dressing area contains the cupboards with hanging space and twin vanities. Cotton screens provide complete privacy. Furniture is minimal and unobtrusive, mimicking the travelling camps of an earlier time. Each tent is air-conditioned and there is also a cooler chest for drinks.

rates

	1 Oct, 2008 - 30 Apr, 2009
Tent (Single / Double)	US$ 875

notes

Room rates are subject to a service charge of 10%.
Supplementary costs: compulsory board charge of US$100++ per person per day (food and house beverages); entry pass and safari drive through Ranthambhore National Park at US$60++ per person per entry/drive).
Supplementary transfer costs: Train transfer between Delhi and Aman-i-Khás at US$175++ per person per way; car transfer between Jaipur and Aman-i-Khás at US$175++ per car per way.
Rates are subject to change without notice.
US$ rates are converted to local currency at time of billing.

> location

Amanbagh sits in a walled oasis at the head of a gorge which opens into a large valley. Flooded during the monsoon season, it becomes a lake which gradually recedes throughout the year until the monsoon rains return. Surrounding the valley and providing a catchment for the rain are rocky hills and knolls that support sporadic and hardy vegetation. The desolate hills make for an interesting visual contrast to the plains below.

New Delhi, with its broad boulevards and tree-lined avenues, is the primary gateway to Amanresorts' stays in northern India. The international airport is located approximately 35km from the city centre. Car transfers from the Delhi airport to Amanbagh takes approximately 4? hours at a cost of US$200++ per car per way.

The secondary international gateway to Amanbagh is Jaipur, which offers international flights to and from Dubai (the return leg passes via New Delhi) and Bangkok. Jaipur is a ? hour flight from Delhi. There are approximately six daily flights between Delhi and Jaipur during high season, operated by Sahara Airlines, Jet Airways and Indian Airlines.

Amanbagh provides return car transfers between the resort and Jaipur, 1? hour drive away, at US$75++ per car per way.

Aman-i-Khás, the tented camp for wildlife safaris set on the outskirts of Ranthambhore National Park, is approximately three hours complimentary drive away.

Estimated Travel Time (by car)

Delhi Jaipur Aman-i-Khás Amanbagh

Delhi 5 hours 7 hours 4?  hours

Jaipur 5 hours 3? hours 1?  hours

Aman-i-Khás 7 hours 3? hours 3 hours

Amanbagh 4?  hours 1?  hours 3 hours