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The
name Mahua Kothi draws its inspiration from one of India's most
beautiful trees, the Madhuca Indica, or as it is commonly known, the
Mahua or butter tree. Pronounced ma-hoo-a, this tree with its fleshy off
- white flowers plays a central role in festivals and rituals, as the
vitamins, minerals and sugar-rich flowers are used in a number of ways.
The twelve charming suites or Kutiyas (jungle village huts) are newly
built in the 40 acre grounds of the renowned tented camp formerly known
as Churhat Kothi. The original Kothi (homestead) comprising the guest
areas remains and has been extensively renovated, but the guest
accommodation is all brand new.
Accommodation :
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Charming individual Kutiyas built in
the vernacular style of Central India
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Each is accessed through private
courtyards with shaded seating, traditional swings and traditional mud
floors
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The architectural style is
affectionately known as MP chic (MP being the state of Madhya Pradesh)
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Wooden shutters, tapered mud-coloured
walls (finished by hand) in lime and earth washes, open rafters with
roughly-hewn wooden beams, handmade pottery roof tiles, floors dressed
in katni stone strips set in lime mortar
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Ensuite bathrooms with twin hand
basins mounted on a wooden log, indoor shower, bath, separate w.c. and
house gowns in traditional MP cloth
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Richly coloured local textiles in
shades of rust and burnt orange
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Roll-down mats to keep the early
morning sun out
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Ceiling fans and air conditioning]
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Built-in seating in yellow situ
(local cement screed)
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Yoga amenities in a basket (complete
with instructions) Traditional Indian games of marbles and Chaupad
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Hand-blended natural guest amenities
from Jiva Spa - all made from pure Indian herbs and essential oils
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In-room Ayurvedic massage
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Rose and Khus (Verbena) sherbets and
pitchers of iced water for guests to mix themselves
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Kettles of boiling water on Chulhas
(charcoal burners) are brought out with early morning tea to the Kutiyas
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Beautiful terracotta roof that floats
over the Kutiya - MP style
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Bicycles for every guest parked in
the Kutiya courtyards
Guest Area :
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High ceilings, terracotta floor
tiles, overhead fans, fireplace, and traditional sit areas and window
seats
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An enormous 600 sq ft veranda runs
the length of the building with generous built-in seats for star
gazing
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Beaten Bastar metal and hand-blown
glassware
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Huge windows to catch the jungle
breeze
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Open kitchen that welcomes guest
upon arrival - watch butter being churned, Masala being grounded by
hand, garden fresh vegetables being chopped using traditional sickles,
and Rotis being prepared on a Chulha
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Browse peacefully in the lodge's
Safari Shop, idle away the hours in the library, or beat the midday
heat in the swimming pool
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Guests arriving early or departing
late can freshen up in the Goings & Comings room
Dining :
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Bullock cart breakfast in the
Baghiya (traditional garden)
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Picnic lunches under the Mahua tree
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Chowki roof dinners under a star
strewn sky
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Moonlit dancing at the lake
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Discover fresh lime, exquisite teas
and fine Indian wines.
Safari Experience :
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Discover the beautiful jungle of
Bandhavgarh National Park
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Learn about the rich biodiversity
of Central India from a CC Africa trained naturalist
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Travel in comfort in a specially
designed Tata open 4x4 safari vehicle
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View tigers whilst riding an
elephant
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Twice-daily safaris in the reserve
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Tick off Bandhavgarh's ten Star
Birds (a unique Taj & CCAfrica programme)
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Absorb the sights and sounds as you
walk through a traditional MP village
Bandhavgarh National Park :
Nestled amongst the picturesque
Satpura hills, this is one of India's most scenic national parks. The
dramatic landscape features tropical forests and woodlands, and steep
rocky hills with flat grasslands in the valleys below. This forested
area is renowned for tiger, leopard, jackal, jungle cat, wild boar,
sloth bear, nilghai and sambhar.
Note
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Children are welcome at Mahua Kothi
and the Lodge accommodates one triple per Kutiya per night for children
under 12 sharing with their parents. Children under 5 regrettably are
not able to go on game drives, and children between 5 and 12 only with
the permission of the Lodge Manager
Single supplements - no single
supplement is charged for the first 2 rooms per booking. Any additional
single rooms (over and above the 2 permitted per booking) will be levied
with a 50% supplement per person
...Room View...


Taj Safaris Winter
Special Offers 2012 - 2013 Valid for Indian National Only
- All rates are per person per night
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Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh |
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Plans
(All figures in Rs.) |
16 Oct to
18 Nov |
19th Nov
to 22 Dec |
23rd Dec
to 6th Jan |
7th Jan to
31st Jan |
1st Feb to
15th Apr |
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Bed and
Breakfast* |
8500 |
7500 |
N/A |
7500 |
8500 |
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Limited
Jungle Plan** |
14000 |
13000 |
15500 |
13000 |
14000 |
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Full
Jungle Plan*** |
17500 |
16500 |
19000 |
16500 |
17500 |
Inclusive :• All the above
rates are in Indian Rupees • All rates are per person per night on
twin sharing and include all taxes • Rates applicable for Indian
Nationals only • 50% supplement for rooms on single occupancy.
* Plan includes room and breakfast. ** Plan includes besides above,
lunch, dinner, evening tea, laundry, soft beverages and one game
drive per day. *** Plan includes besides above, liquor, wines
(house) and additional game drive per day (total 2). Supplement of
Rs 3500 per person per day on 30 & 31 December 2012. |
Taj Safaris Winter Special Offers 2012
- 2013 Valid for Foreign National Only -
All rates are per person per night
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WINTER SEASON |
SUMMER SEASON |
WINTER SEASON |
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RACK RATES |
16 October 2012 - 15
April 2013 |
16 April 2013 - 30
June 2013 |
16 October 2013 - 15
April 2014 |
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Mahua Kothi |
INR 36 700 |
INR 23 000 |
INR 40 400 |
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Baghvan |
INR 36 700 |
INR 23 000 |
INR 40 400 |
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Banjaar Tola |
INR 36 700 |
INR 23 000 |
INR 40 400 |
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Pashan Garh |
INR 36 700 |
INR 23 000 |
INR 40 400 |
Inclusive : JUNGLE PLAN
INCLUSIONS: All meals./ Two scheduled jungle drives daily./
Drinks including house wines and liquor./Laundry./Applicable Park
Fees & Taxes.
Long Stay Offer :
Guests can also experience the
very best wildlife in India for so much less with a wide choice of
great special offers available at any combination of our FOUR
exclusive Indian jungle safari lodges. Whether a quick trip or a
longer stay, your clients can stay LONGER for LESS with any of the
following deals:
Stay for 5 nights and only pay for 4
Stay for 6 nights and only pay for 5
Stay for 8 nights and only pay for 6 |
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