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Dandeli Eco Resort

Description

The camp is located on the banks of River Kali, which is a large and perennial river flowing through the Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. Two wildlife sanctuaries exist here, namely, the Anshi National Park and Dandeli wildlife Sanctuary, The whole district is one of the densest tropical forest areas in India. There is plenty of birdlife but sighting of animals is less certain. Coracle ride down the river Kali is a memorable experience. One is sure to encounter big size Crocodiles and Turtles, apart from dozens of different species of birds.

Elephant ride or Jeep ride in the forest accompanied by the Naturalists gives you first-hand feel of the forest and its diverse life forms. We also suggest a trekking trip into the forest for a closer encounter and a more thrilling adventure.

In fact Dandeli provides so many attractions around the camp and unlimited opportunities for trekking, that one can spend a full week here. These tourist spots of interest can be visited from the camp either by trekking or in combination of Jeep rides and trekking. The tourist should stay more than one day to visit some of these places:

Kavala caves are ancient Limestone caves surrounded by thick forest. 

Molangi offers a picnic spot 10 kms upstream of the river Kali. 

Trek to Syntheri rock, a huge monolithic granite structure by which the river Kaneri flows, is a spectacle. 

Fresh Water springs at Mandurli and Kulagi, are located in the middle of the sanctuary, where you can bathe and laze in the flowing crystal-clear mineral water, with the forest providing you with a melodious background music. 

Visit to Siroli peak, the highest point in the district, provides you a unique view of the vast stretches of forest on all sides. 

Another view spot at Sykes point, from where the deep Kali valley can be seen in all its majesty. 

Dandeli forest is home to many tribal communities like the Gowlis and the Siddis. Gowlis are the semi-tribal, nomadic graziers and Siddis are the African slaves who escaped into the forest from Portuguese custody some 400 years ago. Many Anthropological study groups have visited and studied these tribal communities.

Itinerary

Arrival Day 12.00 noon

Arrival and check in. Tourists normally take time to settle down and walk around the camp to familiarise with the place. Followed by buffet lunch between 1.30 - 2.30 pm. at the Gol Ghar overlooking the river Kali. Gol Ghar is a round open-to-all-sides restaurant, providing a unique experience.

4.00 pm

 After the afternoon rest, Tea/Coffee is served at the Gol Ghar. This is followed by a tour into the Dandeli Sanctuary accompanied by our experienced Naturalists. The wildlife seen are the Gaur, giant Malabar Squirrel, Sambar and Spotted deer. The sanctuary is home to Black Panther, wild Elephants, Tigers, but the sightings of these are rare, but birdlife is plentiful.

The tour takes you to other scenic spots in the sanctuary and the return to the camp is by 6.30 pm

7.00 pm 

After a hot steaming bath, it's time to relax with a mug of Beer or play Table-Tennis or watch a wildlife movie. Buffet dinner is served at 8.30 p.m. around the camp fire at Gol Ghar. The surrounding darkness and the accompanying "silence of the forest" is as memorable as the delicious spread of Continental and Indian (Veg. & non-Veg.) cuisine served.

6.00 am

 As you wake up next morning, you are served Tea/Coffee outside the room. After that you can either trek into the forest or ride down the river Kali in the native boat called coracle, accompanied by a Naturalist and watch the Crocodiles & Turtles (found in abundance here) and many aquatic birds in their natural habitat.

11.00 am

 After your morning program, you can take breakfast served at 9.30 am at the Gol Ghar. The check out is scheduled for 11.00 am and that completes a day's program.

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Dates

Für private Gruppen ab zwei Personen können wir diese Rundreise jederzeit unternehmen, je nach Ihren Wünschen.

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Hotels

The camp has 9 tents that can accommodate 18 tourists. The living quarters are very comfortable with attached bath and situated by the river, providing a perfect setting for your comfortable stay.

There is one main building with 11 rooms that can accomodate 22 guests.

This building has a huge reception area and a dinning hall, suitable for conference and meetings for more than 100 persons.

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Prices

Per person

Transport from Goa

Car/Jeep with English speaking guide for up to 4 people, 3 days US$224

Special Notes:

• A day's package begins at 12.00 noon and ends at 11.00 am next day. 
• All Tariffs are for per person per night on a twin sharing basis 
• Children below 5 years: Free 
• Children between 5-12 years: 50% of regular tariff. 
• Student concessions are also available.

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Conditions

Inbegriffen in unserem Preis 

• Hotelunterkunft im Doppelzimmer in der gewünschten Kategorie wie im Programm aufgeführt inkl. Amerikanischem Frühstück.
• Zimmer ohne Klimaanlage.
• Busse (ohne Klimaanlage) stehen gegen Aufschlag zur Verfügung
• Eintrittsgebühren an allen Monumenten (ohne Video und Kameragebühr)
• Lokaler englisch sprechender Guide außer in Mandawa
• Englisch sprechender Tourbegleiter wenn mehr als 6 Leute daranteilnehmen.
• Alle Transfers und inner indische Transporte bei Fahrzeug/Bus ohne Klimaanlage

Nicht inbegriffen:

• Flughafensteuer bei der Ausreise (Rs. 500 = DM 28.--):
• Alle persönlichen Ausgaben wie Telefonate, Reinigung, Trinkgelder, Tischgetränke.
• Alle zusätzlichen Ausgaben die von uns nicht zu verantworten sind wie Flugausfälle, Zugverspätungen, Verkehrsstockungen, Fahrzeugschäden; Krankheiten, Naturkatastrophen, Kriege etc.
• Kein Versicherungsschutz oder Haftung gegen Unfälle, Verletzungen oder Verlust des Lebens.

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