Location: Orange County, Kabini is located near Bheeramballi Village at a distance of 245 Kms from Bangalore by road, via Mysore.
 

About: Orange County’s 'Spirit of the Land' philosophy finds its most intimate expression at Kabini where the casual visitor is drawn into the very bosom of the Nilgiri biosphere.

While you are cradled in the lap of luxury, the Resort manages to give you a wildlife experience like no other, and enjoins you to be part of the vibrant social tapestry of the local Kadu Kuruba tribe. Steeped in local lore and culture, and inspired in design by the Hadis (tribal villages), this picturesque resort of sweeping panoramic vistas is bordered on two sides by the Kabini River.
 

Accommodation: We couldn't make Kabini more beautiful, so we thought we'd simply make it more comfortable. We began with the understanding that the most luxurious things in the world are peace, tranquility and harmony, and that whatever we do should only enhance these pillars of our philosophy.

The result is a resort architecture that has a tribal 'kadu kuruba' leitmotif, where each of the guest huts bespeaks a happy marriage of traditional craft and modern luxury. From the outside, the dwellings subtly incorporate the colours and textures of the landscape in every detail; while within, the sumptuous interiors reflect a vernacular sensitivity that goes beyond mere lip service. From the ethnic furniture and luxury fittings, through the tribal patterned furnishings and drapery, to the little touches like the 'bottle gourd' lamp shades, the sum of the parts is a harmonious whole.
 

Pool Hut: Perhaps the most opulent ode to privacy, our Pool Huts come with a large living and dining area, a palatial bedroom, a unique bathroom with a courtyard, and...yes...your own personal swimming arena.

Jacuzzi Hut: Our Jacuzzi Huts offer you sumptuously appointed living spaces and deliciously comfortable bedrooms, but chances are you'll mostly be holding court in your very own personal open- to -air Jacuzzi.

Facilities: Orange County, Kabini comes with all the facilities you'd expect in a world class luxury resort ... and then some more.

A scenic Reading Lounge, a traditional Ayurvedic Spa and the timeless Infinity Pool are designed to relax and rejuvenate your body, mind and soul. The other facilities include a board room and and a well stocked bar.

When you step out, we'll help you forget the world you’ve come from, with a scenic Reading Lounge where you can put up your feet, and lose yourself in any of our coffee table books on wildlife.

For a relaxed course on understanding timelessness, spend a few hours in our Infinity Pool, located at the lake's edge.

Our fine dining restaurant 'Honey Comb', named after the honey gathering Jenu (Honey) Kuruba tribe, lays out a platter of the cream of international and regional cuisine
 

We also boast an Ayurvedic Spa, the Vaidyasala, where age old healing secrets are put to work in ironing out the kinks in your system.

Activities: At Orange County, Kabini, we help you get closer to the spirit of the land by offering a platter full of activities that let you choose your activity level and the degree of separation from the wild. So, whether you'd prefer being a spectator or a participant is left to you. All the activities here have been designed around the uniqueness of the location and the local culture, and afford you the chance to exercise both your mind and body. For a closer understanding of this unique ecosystem, we offer boat and vehicle safaris with our Naturalists who would be happy to share with you the secrets of the forest and its denizens.

If you wish to get up close and personal with the Asiatic Elephant, we could arrange an introduction, and if man and mammal are so inclined, a ride along the river bank.

Or if you'd rather test the waters yourself, we suggest an enlightening coracle ride down the Kabini river.

And for bird lovers and enthusiasts, we offer a guided birding trip for a worm's eye view of the avian world.

And for culture vultures, there's no better way of assimilating with the natives than by accompanying us on a tribal village visit, to experience first hand the hospitality of the Kurubas.

For those who've come with their kids, we have a Children's Activity Centre with enough games and a daily movie to keep them occupied while you enjoy your privacy.

Everybody needs a sundowner after a day filled with activity and we have a perfect setting for you at the poolside where you can watch the daily drama of the sun setting in all its splendour over a steaming cup of coffee and snacks.

How to reach:

By Flight: Bangalore - 275 Kms & Kozhikode - 245 Kms

By Train: Bangalore - 245 Kms & Mysore - 90 Kms

By Bus: Bangalore - 245 Kms & Mysore - 90 Kms

Tariff :

Note:

• The above prices include accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner & nature activities (Guided Bird Watching & Coracle Ride) and taxes.

• Plan starts with lunch on check-in day & ends with breakfast on check-out day.

• Free accommodation for 2 children below 10 years. Food charges - Rs. 960/- per person

• Extra child between 5 & 10 years - Rs. 1520/- per person.

• Extra person above 10 years - Rs.2400/-.

• 15% discount on weekdays (Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu) not applicable from 15.Apr to 05.Jun.2010 & 08.Oct to 17.Oct.2010 and 01.Nov to 14.Nov.2010.

• 20% Supplement on Actual Price (20th December to 30th December)

• 100% New Year Eve Supplement on Actual Price (31st December)

• Check in - 12 Noon & Check out - 11 A.M.

• Pets strictly not allowed.

• Confirmed dates may be altered/canceled only if intimation in writing reaches the company 15 days prior to check-in date for normal days and 30 days prior to check-in date between 20th & 31st Dec.

• All internet bookings will attract 10% cancellation charges.

• Rates subject to change without prior notice.

• Safaris (vehicle/boat) subject to availability of seats, at a cost of Rs. 900/- inclusive of Camera charges (regular, DSLR & low format video cameras only) per head per trip, inclusive of taxes. The rate is applicable for both Indian & Foreign Nationals.

• All disputes are subject to Bangalore jurisdiction.