Karnataka and Goa Holidays - Secret Forest Top Hill Station in Goa & Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary
MUST SEE
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MUST DO
- Eco Adventures experiences of the
- Souvenirs of the
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You have 4 days
DISCOVER: AN HILL STATION IN WESTERN GHATS OF GOA
33% of India’s 2nd smallest state is made up of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, making it a haven for walks and treks. Explore a different side of the Western Ghats of India in Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka - the hills and lush green dense forests withcolourful birds and reptiles, perennial waterfalls and enriching culture. And the Sun and Sand are only an hour’s drive away from the forested hill station of Goa.
STAY EXPERIENCES: VALLEY VIEW COTTAGES ON MOUNTAIN RIDES IN GOA
Every eco-cottage in at Dream Valley has a waterfall and valley view with large verandahs to drink in the scenic beauty and serenity
At Dream Valley enjoy the waterfall treks, try your hand at bamboo handicrafts or even local wine (Urak) making. Explore sacred groves (worshipped forests), try bicycling on a plateau or revel in the joy of local folk music and dance
DISCOVER: DANDELI IN KARNATAKA
Dandeli is not only a Wildlife Sanctuary and a Project Tiger Reserve but one of the few wildlife areas in Western Ghats of India you can explore on foot, it offers a great experience on the shores of the mighty Dandeli river, whose waves you can ride on a raft.
STAY EXPERIENCES: STAY IN A TREE HOUSE IN DANDELI
It’s dry, the climate is just right and a river runs through the landscape. Kerala invented the tree house experiences in India and Karnataka refined it. A fine way to appreciate the mighty river Kali below the canopy from a tree house that hangs over the water! The Tree House are nicely appointed, the hosts are wildlife encylopaedia and the experience is intrepid
You have 6 Days
TRAIN ADVENTURE: TO KARNATAKA VIA DUDHSAGAR FALLS IN GOA
Feel the cool drops on your face, Hear the roar of the mighty Dudhsagar waterfalls, watch the rainbow in the Mist as your train slowly passes within Kissing distance from the fall. It’s a short journey but it’s a lifetime memory
STAY EXPERIENCES: FROM HUTS TO PALACES
You will love to stay in ethnic cottages built by local craftsman using traditional architecture technologies and primarily natural local material that are sustainable, eco friendly, naturally breathable and well ventilated, non toxic and very healthy to live in. Very often these eco lodges have age old and highly effective waste management systems, and usually naturally cool and warm and not requiring energy intensive heating or air conditioning.
In this trip you will love to stay in some of the most incredible accommodations inside forest
- Watch the incredibly beautiful Moutainscapes of Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary and the proposed Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary from your valley facing balcony and cottage perched on top of a cliff in the Chorla Ghats.
- Enjoy a superb stay in the luxurious comfort of a large Tree House hung precariously on the Kali River in Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.
TRAVELLERS SAY
"The experience at Swapnagandha resort was amazing, beautiful, peaceful and tranquil, all at the same time!
The driver kept waiting for us at the appointed destination, even though our bus was late by 3 hours. The rooms were nice and well laid and clean and the view from the room was breath taking.
The food though local had a lot of variety and choice and was good. The resort was flexible in chalking out activities for us,(as we reached late, we decided to give the trek a miss the first day). No food items were repeated on any day.They very pro-actively took us for a plateau walk and also to the 'folk lamp dance' performed by locals.
Other activities we took were a bird watching trip and night trail.
The staff was polite and courteous, eager to help and non-intrusive.Best point was all were locals ( a good sign of integrating with and giving back to the local community)& I could chat with them in Marathi rather than in a five star where staff usually puts on a false accent.
Three Cheers for you and wish we had more days on hand!!!"
Parag Naik
HDFC Insurance
1st to 3rd May 2009
"Thanks for all the arrangement made for us. Must complement the management for maintaining the property so very immaculately. Really beautifully designed and serviced. The staffs were very friendly and helpful and professional too. They were very warm and all of them went an extra mile to serve us better. Food was equally good and had a great variety. Good view and well maintained. Good value for money. In one sentence I can say this is a �heaven on earth experience� . We will certainly refer the place to our friends and relatives. And will surely visit in future. We wish you all the best."
- Lucy Roychoudhury Vice President | Customer Care
HIRCO Developers
22nd May to 24th May 2009
INR 13,500 | USD 290 | EUR 238 | AUD 340 | GBP 193
| No. | Description | Tariff / day | Meals | Transfers | Excursions | Adventures |
| 1 | Standard | INR 7000 | AP | Yes | On request | No |
| 2 | Superior | INR 9000 | AP | Yes | Yes | On request |
| 3 | Luxury | NA | AP | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 4. Fixed Date Departure (See below): Leaves on fixed pre decided dates. Travel with new people, make new friends. Great value for solo travellers as transportation cost gets split reducing tariff and you dont pay the usual 60% premium applicable otherwise! 5. Trip Leader Led Trips (See below): Usually leaves on fixed dates (but can be facilitated on demand) and led by expert trip leaders, whose presence increases the quality of the experiences and ensures that everything goes as perfect as it can. 6. Home to Home (See below): These are flight or rail or bus or chauffeur driven car based inclusive holidays where we pick you up from your home or airport and drop you at the same place after the trip |
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| NOTE 1. Tariff valid till 31st May 2010 excepting between highseason 15th Dec 09 till 15th Jan 10 2. Add 25% of the above tariff per couple per day during high season i.e. 15th Dec 09 till 15th Jan 10 3. All prices quoted are per cottage on twin sharing basis. Calculate at Prorata for additional person 6. 20% Discount on the above tariff for solo travellers 7. Only 1 Child less than 5 years of age is complimentary per couple. This offer is not valid on Flight Inclusive Holidays. 8. We accept payment by American Express (Amex) Credit and Charge Cards and will be accepting other cards from January 1st 2010. 9. Tariff mentioned below is applicable from 1st Nov 2009 to 31st March 2010 10. Our product is excellent in quality and hence our prices are fixed and non negotiable |
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| HOME TO HOME TARIFF FOR 5 DAYS & 4 NIGHTS ECO HOLIDAY. CONDITIONS APPLY | ||||||
| Flight Inclusive Tariff | Rail / Bus Inclusive Tariff | |||||
| No. | All Inclusive Tariff | Standard | Superior | Luxury | Standard | Superior |
| 1 | Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai | INR 37,500 | INR 43,500 | NA | INR 35,500 | INR 39,500 |
| 2 | Delhi-Goa-Delhi | INR 47,500 | INR 53,500 | NA | INR 39,500 | INR 44,500 |
| 3 | Bglr-Goa-Bglr | NA | NA | NA | INR 35,500 | INR 39,500 |
| NOTE 1. Subject to availbility of the Flights or Trains (AC 3-Tier) or Bus (AC) 2. Minimum 2 weeks notice required for Flight & Bus, while 3 weeks is required for Rail based tariff. 3. No discount on children above 2 years of age in Flight option. Children below 2 years are free. 4. 25% of the tariff for children between 2 and 12 years in Train or Bus option. 5. Flight option is not available between 15th of Dec 09 till 15th of Jan 10 |
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Trip Highlights
Explore a different side of Goa - mountains and dense forests with wildlife and enriching culture. Stay in eco-cottages with great mountain views and a river view Tree house.
Explore sacred grove forests, try bicycling, plateau walks and bamboo handicraft workshop. Dandeli is not only a Wildlife Sanctuary and a Project Tiger Reserve but one of the few wildlife areas in Western Ghats of India you can explore on foot, it offers a great experience on the shores of the mighty Dandeli river, whose waves you can ride on a raft and do camping in the middle of one of its island.
HUB / ACCESS
Goa and Mumbai (West)
DURATION
4 Days and 4 Nights
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec
STYLE
Active & Intrepid
ECOMANTRA COMFORT RATING
ECOMANTRA ACTIVE RATING
ECOMANTRA ECO RATING
IDEAL FOR
Wildlife Safari / Game Watching
GREAT FOR
4 X 4 Jeep Overland Safari , Lazy Days on the Beach, Bird Watching / Birding, Camping Adventures, Caving (Spelunking), Corporate Adventure Fun Offsites, Corporate Experiential Learning (OMTP), Cycling / Biking, Corporate Team Building Programs, Lazy Days in the Forest, Heritage Experiences, Lake, Desert or Coastal Safaris, Lazy Days / Rest and Relaxation, Lazy Days in the Mountains, Cultural Photography Trips, River / Ocean / Backwaters Cruises, Corporate Meetings and Conferences, Student Internship / Exchange Programs, Student Summer Nature Camps, Temples, Churches & Monastery Trails, Trekking / Hiking, Volunteer Holidays and Programs, Self Driving Family Holidays, White Water River Rafting, Walks / Walking Holidays, Chauffeur Driven Nature Holidays
