Location: Tarangi is a riverside resort cum spiritual retreat located at Dhikuli (Uttaranchal, India) on the outskirts of Corbett National Park

Distances: Delhi - 275 kms, Ranikhet : 75 kms, Kausani - 150 kms, Almora - 125 kms, Nainital : 65 kms, Rishikesh : 250 kms, Agra : 350 kms, Ramnagar : 15 kms, Betalghat : 25 kms, Marchula : 25 kms.

About: Tarangi's 21 cottages have been built, furnished and decorated to provide for the comfort of the centre's guests, where possible using local natural materials and crafts, and always employing local craftsmen. Every cottage here is designed in such a way that you never feel engulfed in palisades. Luxury of being simple is the concept. Everything reminds you about the nature not the materialism. They have tried to preserve the nature as found it. The centre has an attractive dining room, overlooking the Kosi river, where vegetarian meals are served. Most importantly, it also has spacious, secluded halls devoted to meditation and yoga-asana practice, in addition to spa where different kind of massages are available. An attractive amphitheatre provides a space for evening talks and outdoor spiritual practice. In tarangi the landscaping is an excellent combination of forest trees, beautiful flowers, exotic herbs, rare verities like rudraksha and vejayanti mala, paddy fields, vegetables and much more. You can immerse yourself into gardening and revitalise yourself with these uncommon plants and trees.

Accommodation: It is recommended to reserve well in advance to get the desired accommodation.

There are 21 air conditioned cottages in three types– River View, Mountain View and Garden - are available to suit your taste and needs. Maximum accommodation is for 40 persons at a time.

Broad band internet surfing is freely available at the office. Wi Fi internet and lap top is available on demand.
A well stocked library is available for relaxing.
24 hours check in facility.
Courteous, well trained staffs are available to take care of your needs. You can consult our instructors for fitness, guidance before and after attending our programs.
Rare Drift wood collection is also available at our office. They are displayed in around our office.

Cottages:
Cottages are grouped in three types namely, River View, Mountain View and Garden. We provide you with well appointed, air conditioned rooms with thick foliage around. All décor and furniture in each room have been crafted with eco friendly natural wood crafted by local carpenters. In order to encourage rural employment, local villagers and artisans have been employed. You will find plenty of natural light and air in and around the cottages. Aesthetically designed cottages are well lit inside and outside during nights. Each cottage provides you privacy and luxury in perfect ambience. Modern bath fittings, hot and cold shower, luxurious mattresses, elegant furniture and telephone connection are available in all rooms. Our dedicated staffs maintain the cottages immaculately clean.

You can enjoy the expanse of the sky and mountains and the flowing river Kosi from the ‘riverside cottages’. You can watch the peacocks and deer on the other side of the river bank. You can leisurely watch the Sun rise and Moon rise from your bedroom. You can hear the noise of the mountain winds, copious river waters and the intermittent calls of the birds all the time. No other noise pollution will disturb you.

Activities:

• You can offer your services under Village adoption scheme

• River side Massage on the banks of river Kosi.

• Airport transfers, car hire, and private drivers for the duration of Stay

• Arrange Park Safaris in the Corbett Park

Visitor Seasons:
Dhikla, Zone - Nov 15 to June 15
Bijrani, Sonanandi and Domunda Zones: Oct 15 to June 15
Jhirna Zone – Round the year

Visiting Hours
06.00 hours and 14.30 to 17.30 hours

How To Reach
Air connectivity is available up to Delhi. 250 km away from Delhi, Ramnagar is easily accessible by road or rail. tarangi is just 7 km away from Ramnagar Railway station in Nainital District.

Tariff:

(Valid untill 30th Sept. 2011)

Excluding Oct 2 to Oct 4 & from 24 Dec 2010 to 03 Jan 2011

Tax Extra @ 17%

Group and Conference rates are available on enquiry.
Single occupancy rates - 10% less than the above rates.

The Package Is Inclusive Of:

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis per couple for 02 Nights / 03 Days

• Yoga sessions, nature walks, use of swimming pool

• Children upto 5 years are free on the respective package without extra bed sharing parent's room

• 5- 12 years- 25% & above 12 years- 35% of the respective package with ( or without ) extra bed

• Package extendable on pro rata basis
  
  

Jungle Safari In Open Jeeps
There are four zones that can be visited -
Bijrani & Durgadevi ( from 01 Oct to 30 June )
Jhirna & Sitabani ( round the year )
Dhikala Zone ( from 15 Nov to 15 May )
There are 2 safaris that can be taken in a day -
Morning safari - from 6 to 10 AM.
Afternoon safari - from 2 to 6 PM.
There is a limit in the no of jeeps that can enter the forest in a day.
Therefore we advice you to book the Jungle safari in 4x4 open Gypsies in advance.
Only morning safari can be booked in advance.

Afternoon safari cannot be booked in advance & has to be be taken on the spot on first come
first serve basis.
COSTS -
JEEP SAFARI 4WD (in Bijrani, Durgadevi, Jhirna & Sitabani) -
Jeep safari is NOT possible in Dhikala Zone.
For Indians - Rs 3000/- per jeep (for 1 to 6 persons per jeep)
This is inclusive of the jeep, expert naturalist, entry cost and all taxes.
For Foreigners - Rs 5500/- per jeep (for 1 to 6 persons per jeep)
This is inclusive of the jeep, expert naturalist, entry cost and all taxes.
CANTER SAFARI in Dhikala Zone ONLY -
For Indians - Rs 1500/- per person all inclusive.
For Foreigners - Rs 2500/- per person all inclusive.
BOOKING -
To make advance booking, names, age & gender of all passengers is required.
Also a photo id Card number of any ONE guest per jeep is required which the guest must carry
with him at the time of going to
safari.
For foreigners - Names, age, gender, passport number & nationality is required for all guests.
ELEPHANT RIDE (in periphery jungle across Kosi river) (for 1-4 persons per elephant)-
Elephant is available at the resort ( from 01 Oct to 30 June )
Rates are same for Indians / Foreigners.
2 hrs - Rs 3000/-