The Blue Bella Resort, Mulshi, Maharashtra

The Blue Bella Resort in the village of Mulshi, State of Maharashtra is a unique Glamping ( Glamour + Camping) in the sense that they have taken the base concept of Tipi tents and elevated it to the next level. Tipi tents are native to American Indians and The Mariam Webster dictionary defines it as " a conical tent usually consisting of skins and used especially by American Indians of the Great Plains". 

Basically the resort has only 6 tents but they are the last word in uber style, decor, ambience and luxury. They have glamorised the concept of Camping by providing all modern and comfortable facilities along with an experience in totally natural forest surroundings with not one but five waterfalls in its vicinity. Each Tipi tent is adorned with luxurious double beds, thick soft carpets, ceiling hangings like Dream Catchers, variety of glass lantern and cane lamps, creepers running around and bright colourful decor. The beauty of the tents is to be seen to be believed.

Alongside, various activities are planned for the full family to enjoy together. The food is delicious, the staff helpful and friendly that makes for a truly memorable stay.

Here are more details regarding the same. 

Distance From 

Pune International Airport - 60.5 km

Lonavala Hill Station 

Accommodations and Tariff per Couple per Night - Weekdays / Weekends 

1. Royal Blue Moon Tipi - ₹ 6,500 / ₹ 9,000

2. The Royal Red Moon - ₹ 6,500 / ₹ 9000

3. Wild Tents, 4 - ₹ 5,500 / ₹ 10,000

4. Each Child ( 10 + years ) - ₹ 1200 / ₹ 1500

5. Meals are included 

6. Group bookings are also available

The Tariff is subject to change at the discretion of the management depending on factors like Season, Long Weekends, Public Holidays etc

Meals include Evening snacks, Barbeque, Dinner, Morning Breakfast and Tea / Coffee

Amenities and Facilities

Mountain view, Lake view, Landmark view, Books, DVDs, Music for children, Board games / puzzles, Indoor play area, Private entrance, Laptop safe box, Outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, Bonfire, Restaurant, Wake Up Service, Bottled Water, Washroom, Shower, Bathroom for Disabled, Pets allowed, Baggage Storage, Garden Area, Free Parking , Safe-deposit box, Wake-up service, Non-smoking rooms, Fan, Entire unit located on ground floor, Family rooms, Private Check-In / Check-Out

Check In - 4.00 pm 

Check Out - 11.00 am 

Unique Feature - There is provision for E - Bikes at ₹ 499 / Hour. One can go riding to the nearby Lake, Mountains and Ghats. 

Places To Explore include -

1. Palase Waterfall

2. Mulshi Lake

3. Tamhini Ghat

4. Devkund Waterfall

5. Kundalika Valley

6. Andharban Dark Forest 

Nearby Tourist Attractions 

1. Lavasa 

2. Fort Kailasgad

Events and Celebrations

1. Weddings and Anniversaries

2. Birthday Parties

3. Valentine's Day

4. Holi

5. Musical Nights and Dances

6. On request celebrations 

General Cancellation Policy 

1. No penalty on cancelling two days prior to the booking date.

2. Penalty on informing within two days prior to the booking date.

3. Policy subject to change at the discretion of the management. 

   
   
   

Contact Information -

Address 

Village Palase,

Next to Atmantan Wellness centre, 

Mulshi, District Pune, 

Maharashtra- 412108

Contact Number - + 91 93076 38450

Instagram Account - @theblue_bella

Bookings - Via Direct messages on Instagram and / or Phone 

Images - Instagram Account and guest Disha Tharwal ( Via Google )

Shilhaandara Resort, Bengaluru, Karnataka

 A unique resort based in the natural rock mountains of Ramanagara, Shilhaandara Resort, Bengaluru, Karnataka provides many outdoor and indoor activities to detox both the mind and the body. Adventure filled days, followed by luxurious spa visits and a leisurely swim in the pools makes for a perfect one - day / weekend getaway.

Here are more details of the same. 

Distance from Bengaluru - 50 kms ( approximately )

 How to Reach 

1. Via Mysore Road - It is at a distance of 46.8 kms from the city of Bengaluru

2. Kempegowda International Airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 87.7 kms

3. The nearest railway station is : Kethohalli Railway Station at a distance of 10 km 

   
   
   

Accommodation and Tariff*

1. Soumithre - Private pool Room - ₹ 11000

2. Sounghandika - Jacuzzi Room - ₹ 9500

3. Standard Room - ₹ 8000 

4. Meals are included

*Conditions apply

Room Features 

Large King-size Bed

Welcome Drink

Premium Fast Internet

Flat-screen TV

Personal Air-conditioning

Minibar

Laundry Service

Option of Full Meal Packages

Access to Complimentary Games

Premium Chef's Amenities

Large work desk

Tea & coffee-making kettle

Electronic Safe

Refrigerator

Facilities and Amenities

• PUTRIKA - Buy an amazing range of toys procured directly from CHANNAPATNA ( The land of Toys )

• Timings - 9.00 am to 5.30 pm / 9.00 am to 9.30 pm depending on the package selected 

• Activities include Quad Bike( 4 laps only ) Paintball, Zorbing, Rope courses, Tennis, Carrom, Chess, Darts, Swimming pool, Rain Dance for 30 minutes with a DJ, Beach Volleyball, Cricket, Cycling, Tug of War, Bow & Arrow, Kite flying, Caterpillar, Segway Biking, Target Shooting 

• Ayurvedic Spa 

• Events and Corporate Conference Facilities 

• Audio Visual Equipment and High-speed Broadband Connection 

• Meals are nutritious and well - balanced.

• Special Meals can be prepared as per need, taste and other reasons 

• Buffet / A la Carte Meals during Lunch and Dinner

• Tea, Coffee and Fruits will be available 24 hours 

• Room Service 

  
  
  

Tourist Attractions Nearby 

 1.Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary: Forests around Ramadevara Betta are declared a vulture sanctuary. Birds, particularly giant vultures are spotted here.

2. Mekedatu & Sangama: Located in Kanakapura Taluk, it is an ideal spot for a one-day picnic 

Rules as per the resort website

1. On weekends, Public holidays & long weekends, there is a huge rush in the resort. The resort tries their best to manage the crowd however there can be some delay in activities & lunch. There will be no refund applicable in such situations. Swimming attire is mandatory for the usage of swimming pools (Nylon clothes only).

2. Consumption of liquor and smoking at the designated area only.

3.  Payment to be made in advance before the date of the event.

4.  No exclusivity is assured as there may be other guests availing the same facility at the same tir

5. Dance floor available on selective times only.

6. Children below 6 years of age can go free of charge, children between the age of 6 to 12 years will be charged as per child prices and children above 12 years of age will be counted as adults.

7. Guests are requested to carry confirmation of the booking as a hard copy.

8. Paid Activities subject to availability.

9. Non-veg food will not be available on 2nd October.

10. Photography/selfies are not allowed in rain dance for security.

11. Activity timings to be followed.

    
    
    

Contact Information

Address 

Off Magadi Road,

Shilhaandara,

Padarahalli Village, 

Ramanagara 

Dist.Karnataka,

Ramanagara – 571511,

India

Contact Numbers -  

+91 98 8678 7039 

+91 84 9494 9186

Email Address - mahiti@shilhaandara.com

Instagram Account - @shilhaandara

Website - www.shilhaandara.com

Managed By:

SSV Construction

Survey No.629/2, 

Harisandra Village 

Kasaba Hobli, 

Ramanagara

Karnataka, 562159, 

India

Phone Number - (91) 8494949185

Email Address - shilhaafrontoffice@gmail.com

Images - Official Instagram Account and the website

Nirvana Hamta Retreat, Manali

 Nirvana Hamta Retreat, Manali is a unique Glamping retreat in the gorgeous Hampta Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It offers Glamping Geodesic Domes, Alpine Tents and Wooden Rooms at Manali near Sethan at a distance of only 5 kms from the start of Hampta Pass Trek, the most stunning trek in Himachal Pradesh.

The trek is one of the most favoured and challenging for trekkers and adventure seekers for it takes them across the Jobri, Hampta and Chandra River and the beautiful meadows of Chikka, Jwaara, Balu ka Ghera, Sheogru and Chatru. The magnificent peaks viewed from Hampta Pass are Indraasan, Deotibba and many more. In such blissful natural beauty lies the Nirvana Retreat with its beautiful Domes, Rooms and Tents providing innumerable activities for the thrill seekers along with a host of modern facilities that make the stay comfortable even in such a challenging environment.

Here are some more details about the same. 

How to Reach 

Prini - At a distance of 9 kms

Mall Road - At a distance of 12 kms

Bhuntar airport at a distance of 47 kms

Glamping Domes - 2

Rooms - 2

Camps - 10 

Capacity - 50+ guests 

Elevation - 2600 mts

Accommodation and Base Tariff / Night 

1. Rani Sui Glamping Domes for Couples - ₹ 6000 

2. Dhauladhar/Pir Panjal Luxury Glamping Domes - ₹ 8000 

3. Zanskar Jumbo Glamping Dome for Groups -  ₹ 8000

4. Wooden Cottage for Groups and Family at Sethan,Manali - ₹ 3500

5. Deluxe Room with Common Washroom in Sethan, Manali - ₹ 2000

6. Alpine Tents with Common Washroom in Sethan, Manali - ₹ 1200

7. Work from Hills Package - long stay offers

• ₹ 4000 / 4 nights / 5 days

8. Manali Luxury Glamping Dome Stay Package Group Camping - ₹ 2500 (Minimum 4 Persons)

9. Honeymoon Package for Couples in Glamping Dome - ₹ 20,000 / 2 nights / 3 days 

10. Manali Tour Packages with Sight-seeing (Volvo), Luxury Glamping Dome - ₹ 28000 / 2 nights / 3 days 

11.  Manali Tour Packages with Sight-seeing (Cab) and Stay in Luxury Domes (2 Persons) - ₹ 22000 / 3 nights / 4 days 

12. Hamta Valley Snow Trek - ₹ 4999 / 2 nights / 3 days 

13. Hamta Valley & Sethan Dome - ₹ 6999 / 3 nights / 4 days 

14. Hamta Circle Snow Trek - ₹ 8999 / 4 nights / 5 days 

15. Hamta Pass Summit & Return - ₹ 8999 / 4 nights / 5 days 

16. Hamta Pass Trek - ₹ 8999 / 5 nights / 6 days 

17. 1 Night / 2 Days Stay with all Meals & Hi-Tea - ₹ 1500

18. I Night / 2 Days Stay, Meals and Trekking - ₹ 2500

19. Igloo Stay in Hamta in Winters - 

₹ 5500

20. Hamta Stay, Meals, Trek and Skiing - ₹3000 / 1 night / 2 days 

21. Time to time offers and discount schemes are available

    
    
    

Features and Amenities

Basic - Electricity, Water, Hot water, Linens and pillows, Parking

Regarding 1 Shared Bathroom - Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toiletries, Toilet paper

WiFi, Full mobile network, Electric Heaters, Traditional Wood Fires, Big Screen TVs, Pet friendly

Check-In - 12:00 pm

Check-Out - 11:00 am

Activities

Snow Treks, Adventure Tours, Corporate Tours, Trekking, Paragliding, Zipline, Rafting, Trips to Himachal and Leh Ladakh, Snowboarding, Tuberides, Nature Walks, Star gazing, Night photography, astrophotography, Bonfires etc

Cancellation Policy as per the Official Website

• Cancellation received within 2 days prior to arrival - 20 % refund

• Cancellation before 3 -14 days of arrival - 30  % refund.

• Cancellation before 15 days of arrival date -  50 % percent refund.

• Cancellation before 30 days of arrival date - 100 %   refund.

• No refund on No-show or early departures. 

  
  
  

Contact Information 

Address :

Nirvana Hamta Retreat,

Curve 30, Hampta Hydel Project Road,

Prini, Manali, 

Himachal Pradesh, 

India - 175143

Call @  +91 7807289392 / +91 7559623023

Email Address - nirvanahamta@gmail.com

Website - www.nirvanahampta.com

Images - From the website