Sariska Safari Lodge is a boutique, eco-friendly luxury lodge located near the Sariska Tiger Reserve. The region boasts of bustling wildlife in the Tiger reserve, rich Mauryan-Buddhist heritage, serene lakes, and captivating night skies. Spread across 6.5 acres, the property is encompassed by the Aravali Mountain range, giving guests a scenic setting to lay back in.
The terrain of Sariska is hilly with numerous valleys, both wide and narrow, and expansive undulating plateaus. The characteristic features of the Aravalli range – sharp hog -black ridges – are conspicuous in the Reserve. Most of the high ridges are composed of quartzite conglomerates and grits.
The forests are of a typical dry deciduous type with Dhok as the dominant tree species of gentle to moderate slopes constituting over 90% of the tree canopy. The ridges support Salar on steep dry slopes. Khair and Cheela occur in vally beds. Bamboo grows to a limited extent along with moist and cooler parts. Aam, Jamun, Arjun, and Bahera, which grow in moist depression and on nallah banks attain large sizes. The ground cover is mainly Ber and Adusa. Zizyphus and Grewia are good fodder species. The dried and fallen leaves of Dhok help the herbivores to tide over the fodder scarcity during summer months. The forests become lush green in the monsoon months and completely dry in the summer months.
As an eco-friendly boutique lodge, Sariska Safari Lodge offers perfect comfort amidst nature. The simply designed cottages are decorated with locally sourced material and have a rustic-colonial charm to them without compromising on the luxury that we promise to offer; our rooms are fully furnished with all modern amenities. There are 19 cottages set in five clusters opening into lush lawns and overlooking the Aravalli range.
The cottages offer a combination of Double and Twin rooms. Each Cottage is 600 sq. ft. in area with an open veranda and ensuite washrooms of 150 sq. ft. each. The rooms are equipped with king-sized beds, a mini-bar, tea-coffee maker, and Cable-Television.
There are 2 Junior Suites – Family rooms thoughtfully designed to accommodate a small family. The cottage is 750 sq. ft. in area, with open sit-outs and two ensuite washrooms. The rooms are equipped with a King-sized bed, pull-out sofa sleeper, mini-bar, tea-coffee maker, and Cable-Television.
The premium Maharani Suite on the first floor comprises a living area, study, master bedroom, two ensuite washrooms, and an open sit-out with an enrapturing view of the Thanagazi Fort. The room is equipped with a mini-bar, tea-coffee maker, and Cable-Television.
The restaurant serves a variety of cuisines ranging from traditional Rajasthani delicacies to Indian and Continental. Sustainable food production and sourcing are the motto – meals are a mix of organic farm-to-table practices and locally sourced produce.
Relax in the courtyard – the heart of our property, cordoned off with rose gardens the courtyard enfolds into an impressive expanse of 2500 sq. ft. The red stone stage provides an excellent backdrop for our Rajasthani Folk nights. Furnished with comfortable canopied tables, the area is apt for meeting with resident naturalists and engaging in conversations over the evening Hi-Tea, they are always happy to impart their jungle anecdotes! At lights-out the courtyard transforms into a stargazing haven. Immerse yourself in the ballad of the night sky, with beautiful constellations the soft moonlight, hearing only the soothing hums of the Night jar and the crackling bonfire.
Ornithologists and birding enthusiasts can spot up to 225 species of birds in the natural surroundings of Sariska, with local species mixing with migratory birds from Europe, Central Asia, and other regions. The scenic Aravalli range is one of the oldest ranges of fold mountains in India, and invite landscape photographers atwith magical dawns and silky dusks.
Set time aside to journey into the distant historical past to the town of Viratnagar (once Bairat) which has been in existence since the 3rd century BCE. It was the capital of an ancient kingdom, which became a part of the Mauryan kingdom later. An ancient rock edict of Emperor Ashoka was found here . There are many natural wonders in Viratnagar and more excavations are ongoing. Among them are natural caves. You can also spot some ruins of a Buddhist stupa on a hillock called “Bijak ki Pahadi’ that dates back to 3rd century BCE. Viratnagar is a treasure trove for history buffs , as there are also some 16-17th century monuments of Mughals; one among them is reputed to be a hunting lodge used by Emperor Akbar. Its insides are painted with colourful murals and the ceiling has lovely patterns. In the ruins, there are a few temples scattered in the landscape, and one or two rapidly disintegrating baoris (stepwells) as well. There are many old and new Jain temples and famous among them is Parshwanath Digambar Jain Nasiyan Temple.
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Opulent: Exceptional, unashamedly the best of sheer luxury. (£££££)
Luxury: Outstanding levels of 5* comfort, hospitality and facilities. (££££)
Premium: Excellent levels of comfort and hospitality and a wide range of facilities. (£££)
Mid-Range: Good levels of comfort and hospitality, with a reasonable range of facilities. (££)
Simple: Clean and simple, no frills. Often in areas of natural beauty or near wildlife reserves. (£)
