Khem Villas is a wilderness camp, set on the edge of the Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan. At its heart is the colonial-style white house, surrounded by lush gardens, lakes and grasslands. These were hand-planted by the owners Goverdhan and Usha years ago and are now a flourishing natural habitat for myriad wildlife. This small and intimate resort dedicated to its sustainable ethos is a perfect ecological reserve for those who love nature, wildlife and birdwatching.
Situated just ten minutes’ drive from the gates of Ranthambore National Park, Khem Villas offers 17 rooms. These are grouped in spacious luxury cottages with a private courtyard, traditional tents with a private veranda and standard rooms housed in the main building of the hotel. Vegetarian home cooked meals are prepared with fresh ingredients from their own organic garden and served in the dining room or al fresco in the lawns or veranda.
Facilities at Khem Villas include a plunge pool and a small spa. Daily game drives to the park and excursions to neighbouring villages can be easily arranged. Interesting sites include the Ranthambore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Kachida Valley, which consists of many rocky outcrops and low hills. The area is also known for various lakes including Rajbagh Talao, the most beautiful of three lakes and Padam Talao, at the edge of which is a beautiful Jogi Mahal.
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Bar/PubCoffee ShopConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableGardenMultilingual StaffOutdoor PoolRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesStay Khem Villas features just 17 cottages, tents and rooms. The eight luxury cottages have their own private courtyard, an outdoor plunge pool and a veranda offering sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness. The five traditional tents, set on a wooden platform are comfortably furnished in minimalist style and feature a private veranda. There are four standard rooms housed in the main building which along with Cottages are air-conditioned, while the tents are fan-cooled.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to come and stay at Khem Villas but there are no specific facilities available for children. Babysitting service can be arranged, on request.
Dine Dining options at the Khem Villas include pure vegetarian, Indian, Western and Oriental cuisine, all freshly cooked with the organic vegetables grown within the area of the resort. There is an enormous vegetable garden, and wheat fields that supply grain for the home-baked bread. Meals are served in the airy dining room or around an evening campfire. The property also features an indoor bar with a relaxed, homely feel, serving a variety of beverages.
Relax Facilities at the Khem Villas include an Ayurveda spa, offering body therapies, massage, facials and detox treatments. There are early morning yoga sessions which guests can attend. In the main building is a cosy library, which is attached to the bar. The surrounding grasslands and forests are home to a variety of wildlife and bird species, many of which can be seen at the waterhole. Guests can take nature walks around the property with an experienced naturalist.
Experience The Ranthambore National Park is regarded as one of the most suitable places for watching wildlife, including the tiger. Khem Villas can arrange twice daily game drives to the park, home to deer, peacocks, crocodiles, eagles, owls and monkeys. Nearby interesting sites include the 900AD, hilltop Ranthambhore Fort and day trips to the river Chambal. Camel rides to nearby villages and trips to see black buck in the desert can also be arranged.
Location Khem Villas is set on the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park, 10-minutes from the main gates and 13km from Sawai Madhopur. It's a 4-hour drive from Jaipur and 6-hour drive from Agra.
Getting there Fly into Jaipur via Mumbai or Delhi. Jaipur Airport is 200km away from Khem Villas. From the airport it's a 4-hour drive.
When to go The best time to visit is from October to March, although you're more likely to see tigers in May and June if you can take the heat (temperatures can rise above 40C). November, December and January can bring cold mornings and evenings, with crisp, sunny days. The park is closed during the monsoon season (July to September), although Khem Villas remains open.
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