Description
Aman-i-Khas is one of those rare properties that is able to really stir the emotions of its guests. Here you can rest your mind and body and let the renowned Aman hospitality, luxurious accommodation and beautiful location take you on a journey of revival and discovery.
With the Aravali Hills as its backdrop, Aman-i-Khas, welcomes its guests into accommodation fit for travelling Mughal royalty, from where inspiration has be drawn. The permanent air conditioned tents are made up of living, sleeping, dressing and bathing areas, all around a central room complete with sumptuous daybed underneath the towering canopy.
With Ranthambore National Park on your doorstep, early mornings and late afternoons can be spent searching for the wildlife this area is rightly famous for. As well as the Bengal tiger, there are leopard, sloth bear, jackal, mongoose, crocodile, many varieties of deer and a plethora of birdlife - its beauty makes it a photographer’s dream. On returning to the camp, guests usually gather around the splendid fire pit to hear of the day’s sightings whilst enjoying a drink as the sun sets over the hills. It is worth keeping an eye out for smaller mammals too, making use of the near-by watering hole that the property overlooks, before enjoying some of the delectable cuisine on offer, much of which originates from the organic garden on site.
If you have some down time during your stay, cool off in the classic stepped swimming pool, or take advantage of the expertise of the spa staff.
If you’re after a luxurious ambience in a natural and harmonious environment, Aman-i-Khas is very much for you.
Accommodation
Aman-i-Khas offers 10 Luxury air conditioned canvas tents reminiscent of the bygone Mongol era. The bedroom area is fitted with a king size bed flanked by twin writing desks. The bathing area includes a shower, soaking tub and separate toilet. There is also a ceiling fan and a cooler chest for drinks.
Childcare
Children are welcome but there are no specific facilities.
Facilities
Facilities include a lounge providing a range of books about the surrounding region, board games, novels and magazines, spa offering massages, scrubs and traditional henna art using local herbs and spices and swimming pool. There is also a dining tent serving Indian cuisine and a range of Western dishes using local produce and vegetables and herbs from the camp’s organic vegetable garden.
Activities
There are twice-daily guided safari excursions in the Ranthambore National Park which is home to tigers, leopards, jungle cats, hyenas and sloth bears. It is important to point out that guests are not guaranteed a tiger sighting but chital deer, antelope and gazelle will almost certainly be spotted roaming the savannah whilst the lakes and waterholes are home to the Indian marsh crocodile. Bird life is abundant with over 350 species within the park.
When to travel
Aman-i-khas is open between October and April, the best season for wildlife spotting.
The finest weather in northern India occurs from October until the end of April. During autumn, days and nights are mild. Although it can get quite cold at night during the height of the winter months (December and January), days are crisp and sunny. During this time, temperatures typically range from a high of 30°C, to an overnight low of approximately 2°C . Spring is similar to autumn with mild temperatures, while the summer months of May through September see the onset of the monsoon. During this time, sunbursts follow heavy rains and temperatures hover around 35°C throughout the day and night.
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Location and directions
Ranthambore, India
Aman-i-Khas is surrounded by Aravalli Hills, set on the edge of Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park.
How to get there
9-hour international flight to Delhi Indira Gandhi International followed by a 1-hour domestic flight to Jodhpur. It's a 3-hour drive from Jodhpur airport to Aman-i-Khas. Alternatively, you can catch the train from Delhi to Jaisalmer.
