Eco-Friendly Resorts in North India Offer Unforgettable Vacations
With summer approaching, the holidays are coming. Visitors often spend their summer holidays in the mountains, where the cool weather provides relief from the sweltering heat, or in wildlife sanctuaries, where the high temperatures attract animals to waterholes, giving visitors a chance to catch a glimpse of them.
This article compares and contrasts two resorts in northern India, one in a wildlife sanctuary and the other in the mountains, both of which are great choices for a summer vacation for the whole family. Moreover, these resorts are different; They are landmarks of eco-tourism and give back to the environment in many ways.
Located on the outskirts of the Kanha Tiger Reserve, Kipling Camp is a peaceful haven.
Anne and the late Bob Wright, a British couple with deep ties to India, established a wildlife reserve outside Kanha National Park in 1982. Situated on the edge of India's largest tiger reserve, Camp Kipling offers visitors a fantastic opportunity to witness this majestic animal in its natural habitat. They can go on safari or bird watching trips, enjoy the beautiful scenery and learn about the culture of the local Baiga people. Visitors to Camp Kipling take the initiative to bathe Tara, the docile elephant, in one of the camp's rivers, where she lives and enjoys the attention.
Camp Kipling,
Long before the word "sustainable" became popular, the same family had committed three generations of Kipling Camp to sustainability. In addition, all employees are locals who have worked in Kipling for many years. There are also regular film screenings and environmental talks. This peaceful and welcoming space actively encourages families, especially children, to start exploring nature. Camp Kipling has been a non-profit organization since 2005, providing reinvestment to the community and Gund artists.
When the Wrights bought the land, it was treeless farmland in the middle of a wildlife refuge. The land has beautiful forests, natural trails, and rain pits that ensure adequate water even during severe droughts.
The site cabins are actively low-cement designed and carefully crafted to complement the landscape. There are no harmful Wells, only environmentally friendly open Wells. The owner decided not to install a swimming pool or provide a TV. Therefore, they actively limit the use of incandescent lamps, allowing only compact fluorescent lamps and light-emitting diodes. In addition, they use sand and other natural elements to filter wastewater, while actively using solid waste to produce compost.
Vana Estate in Uttarakhand is a verdant luxury spa.
Oana
In March 2015, the luxury resort in the Masuri Hills of Uttarakhand was awarded India's first LEED Platinum certification as a New Age wellness resort. So it's no surprise that the 80-room, 21-acre "eco-hotel" owned and operated by businessman Veer Singh adheres to strict codes of environmental responsibility and resource conservation. Vana aims to be the best wellness resort in the world with a cost of Rs 3 billion.
Meditation, yoga, traditional Indian remedies (such as Ayurveda), traditional Chinese medicine, and the Tibetan healing system Sowa Rigpa are just some of the reasons people from all over the world travel to Vana. They actively design each massage and therapy program to meet the specific needs of the participants.
From the vantage point of a lychee plantation, Wana overlooks the Himalayan foothills. To the west, you can see a beautiful grove of sala trees with leaves that change color all year round. Spanish architects actively ensure that the houses they build are compatible with the local flora and fauna. In addition, Wana has put in place infrastructure to dispose of waste in a responsible manner. For example, they collect rainwater and use it carefully to grow organic herbs and vegetables. Their main products are seasonal and locally sourced produce.
In addition, the hotel also has a bottling plant, which can reduce the use of 100,000 single-use plastic bottles per year. The hotel actively produces stationery from 100% post-consumer waste paper, and all guest bedding and towels are certified organic. The hotel actively makes every effort to reduce its environmental impact. Rooms feature bamboo and FSC-certified wooden floors. Eco-friendly detergent is provided.
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