Recreation

Recreational activities at Aman-i-Khas include:

» Lounge and Library : Located adjacent to the dining tent is the Lounge Tent. This is furnished with banquettes, reading tables and chairs.

The library provides a wide collection of coffee-table books on the national park, the tigers, the history and culture of Rajasthan, as well as on other aspects of Indian culture and history. Also on offer is a selection of novels, magazines and board games. A small range of local handicrafts, fabrics and sundries are available for purchase.

» Spa Treatment : The Spa Tent consists of two treatment areas featuring twin massage tables. Spa therapies include massage and traditional beauty treatments such as scrubs, wraps and foot baths all of which use local ingredients, herbs and spices.

» Fireplace : Situated at the upper level of the camp this outdoor spot with its nightly log fires in many ways serves as an informal lounge and dining area. It is the ideal location for a cool drink during the day as well as being the pre and post excursion gathering point.

Sightseeing

» Ranthambore National Park : The core of the park, which measures around 400 square kilometres, presents the best opportunity for spotting tigers, leopards, jungle cats, hyenas and sloth bears. Interestingly, tiger sightings at Ranthambore are among the best anywhere.

Chital deer, antelopes and gazelles can also be seen roaming the savannah whilst the lakes and waterholes are home to the Indian marsh crocodile. Bird life, both resident and migratory, is prolific and over 350 species have been sighted within the park.

» Ranthambore Fort : Within the grounds of the park, is the historic and striking Ranthambore Fort. Constructed between 944 AD and 1110 AD, it measures four-and-a-half square kilometres with ramparts totalling over seven kilometres in length. Strategically located, it was always coveted by rulers and was the scene of many battles. The fort stood proudly independent until it fell to the mighty Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th Century. Individual tours to the fort are available on request and travelling time from the camp is approximately 25 minutes.

» Camel Safaris : Also available are horse and camel safaris through the outskirts of the park and traditional villages.

» Nature Walks : To enjoy the countryside up close, guests can head out on nature walks through the low hills led by naturalists. This might also include a visit to the Ranthambore School of Art.