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.
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1 Oct, 2007 - 30 Apr, 2008 |
| Tent (Single / Double) |
US$ 800 |
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> 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) |
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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 |
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| 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. |
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