Jungle Castle

Mananthavady - India

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Make the stay memorable with a stay at your comfort for tranquil and exciting vacation that can create perfect and pleasant experiences down the memory lane.

The property features efficient staff who will fulfil all the needs of the guest.
Guests can get away from the noisy cities and have days spent here enjoying the beauty of nature.
The location is peaceful and great for adventure and fun.
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Deluxe

Capacity: 2 adults, 1 child
Maximum number of Guests:3
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Capacity: 2 adults, 1 child
Maximum number of Guests:3
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Edayur, Thirunelly P.O, Kartikkulam, Mananthavady,, Thirunelly Road, KALPETTA, Kerala
City: Mananthavady
Region: Kerala
(IN) IndiaMap
Check-in from 12:00
Check-out until to 11:00
☝️ Local currency:   ₹ (INR)   Indian Rupee
☝️ Time zone:   Asia/Calcutta
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453vikramk
Review dated 30 Mar 2024
For Wildlife Lovers.
While visiting a forest, one of the aspects I look for is the stay. I like to stay near the forest, the closer the better. There are few forests in India where you are allowed to stay in the Government controlled forest rest houses but getting a room there to stay is quite a task. The reason I stay inside/near forests is the amazing night life you encounter after dark. The chirping of birds throughout the day is replaced by the sound of night jars and owls. The big cats, who are resting during the day start moving and with them the jungle starts erupting. You may not see the big cats at night but you will know their movement by sounds of other animals and birds of the forests. This thrill of sharing the space with the big cats, elephants, bisons, other smaller nocturnal creatures makes such places worth visiting and this was the reason I stayed at the Jungle Retreat, Wayanad. We had stayed from 18-22 March 2024. The stay was comfortable, the authentic South Indian food served by chef Shiva was lip smacking. The wildlife stories were never ending. And all the aspects were taken good care by Manu, Jathin, Vishnu, Bhaskara. And meeting the owner of the resort Mr. Anil Palat was a wonderful experience. His knowledge, curiosity and the enthusiasm for the wildlife was amazing. We could spot deer, elephants, giant squirrel, mouse deer, civet cat and many birds right inside the resort boundary. We also spotted a leopard one night near the resort and the enthusiasm by the owner Mr. Anil to help us spot the leopard was amazing. On the last day, we stayed at the Tree House inside the dense jungle. Although not much wildlife movement on the day we stayed, but we came to know that the resident tigress and her cubs visited the water hole near the tree house on the next day. The Tree House had well maintained rooms and were taken good care by our naturalist, Bhaskara. Jungle Retreat is quite close to the Nagarhole Safari gate and the team booked safaris for us. We had some amazing sightings of tigers, elephants, gaurs in the Nagarhole National Park. Any wildlife lover would love this place. Special thanks to Mr. Prasad for helping us with the bookings and suggesting us about the Nagarhole safari. Would surely visit this place again.
Explore625560
Review dated 22 Feb 2024
Séjour sublime
Jungle Retreat Wayanad
Ce qui saute aux yeux c’est l’authenticité du lieu. Nous avons passé trois jours dans un cadre sublime. Notre bungalow donnait sur une large prairie où les animaux venaient boire et paître. Depuis la terrasse, nous avons ainsi pu observer pas moins d’une quarantaine de biches et des cerfs et des paons aussi. Des singes nous ont également rendu visite. Nous avons vu deux éléphants lors d’une balade en soirée en voiture et une nuit un éléphant est passé tout près de notre bungalow et nous avons pu l’observer par la fenêtre!! Nous avons fait un Trek pour découvrir les oiseaux, c’était une vraie symphonie pour les yeux et les oreilles. nous avons aussi fait un trek de 4 h jusqu’au sommet d’un petit pic d’où nous avions une vue fantastique sur toute la région.
En résumé trois jours enchanteur pour 25500 roupies.
Merci aussi pour la compétence la gentillesse de toute l’équipe de Jungle retreat.
Ce fut une expérience fascinante mêlée d’un peu de frayeur d ‘être ainsi plongé dans un environnement où la vie sauvage coexiste avec la vie humaine. Totalement inimaginable en France.
Encore merci. Nous recommandons vivement.
note. Il n’y a pas besoin de jeep pour rejoindre… un Tuk Tuk suffit.
868julieanneh
Review dated 01 Feb 2024
Special place
Well if I could give this 10/5 I would as this place is super special. We were only staying 3 nights but extended to 5 nights as it was so relaxing. ALL the staff cannot do enough for you. They are all so friendly and want to help as much as possible . The food is a plenty and all the staff are very knowledgeable about what you hear. They can arrange all activities so nothing to worry about . The property sits close to a water hole which some bungalows overlook or there’s a watchtower to use, and after dark if an animal is spotted they come and knock to see if you want to view it. I know what you’re thinking “it’s dark” but they have a night vision binoculars for you to view. Regular elephant and tigers walk through at night so worth getting up if you can get out of the comfy bed. We did 3 safaris but only saw 1 tiger but lots of other animals to see.
Only 1 problem we didn’t realise it was cash only so take plenty with you as you will want to stay longer. But again there are apps for you to do money transfer or they can get you to an ATM close by. Plenty of options.
I can’t rate Jungle retreats highly enough. Its a one in a million place and a special find and we’ve travelled ALOT.
ENJOY and happy travels
Mamatha_Sen
Review dated 24 Gen 2024
"Consistent Excellence"
We recently stayed at JRW after a three-month hiatus, and are extremely proud to add that the experience was superb, as always. The consistent excellence of our second home never fails to impress.

From the entire staff to the impeccable amenities, food and service remains our go-to choice for a most relaxed stay.

Highl recommended!
324lianaw
Review dated 15 Gen 2024
Serene stay in beautifully built resort
We had a great time in the resort! The property is built beautifully, the staff is nice and the food was good. If you are looking for a peaceful nature stay in the Wayanad area, look no further!

We had booked one night in the jungle cottage, and one night in the deluxe because of the superior view, but already really liked the view of the jungle cottage.

You can book a jeep safari via the retreat (INR 3500, 3 hours) or a bus safari via the government website (INR 750, 1.5 hours). These prices are excluding transportation to the park entrance, which can be arranged for you at the retreat.

We also really enjoyed the Brahmagiri peak trek, which starts from the nearby Thirunelly Forest Station (mandatory guide, INR 3100 for a group of 1-5 foreigners).
Road48918920403
Review dated 13 Gen 2024
Not recommend for a family stay.
The staff in general were pleasant and friendly. The premises are poorly maintained. Food was very bad and exorbitant. No adequate staff to take care of guests. House keeping is not satisfactory.
No adequate parking space. No proper signs. No facility to contact receptionist from rooms.Overall not worth for the money spent.First time in our travel experience the resort is not provided any invoice !!!!
Kater3
Review dated 07 Mag 2019
Enttäuschend
Wir waren im letzten Jahr schon einmal im Jungle Retreat und haben auch eine Bewertung vorgenommen . Darin haben wir einige Vorkommnisse ausgelassen , da wir diese mit den Eigentümern im Vorfeld geklärt haben . Danach wurde uns Versprochen , das es beim nächsten Aufenthalt besser werden würde . Leider war das nicht der Fall ! Vielleicht waren wir wieder zum verkehrten Zeitpunkt da .Es heißt ja zurück zur Natur ( so schön beschrieben auf der Hompage ) , aber bei dem Lärm , den wir im Camp erlebt haben ist man weit entfernt davon . Wir hatten das Glück zwei Tage lang diesen einzigartigen und schönen Ort mit einer Großfamilie zu teilen . Die Ruhe und Entspannung konnten wir nur bei Abwesenheit der Familie genießen , ansonsten fanden die Unterhaltungen laut stark über das ganze Anwesen statt . Am zweiten Abend haben wir uns auf das Camp Fire gefreut , was aber abgesagt wurde . Bergründung : am nächsten Abend wäre es für uns ruhiger , da nur 3 weitere Personen mitkommen würden . Wir haben zugestimmt , was sich im nachhinein als großer Fehler herausstellen sollte . Uns wurde dann eine Nachfahrt angeboten , dies aber auch nur , Dank , der Anwesenheit zweier jungen Damen . Tag 3 , Abreise Großfamilie - Ruhe !! Später Nachmittag , Ankunft von 3 Männern . Unsere Begleitung zum Cmpfire . Bis dahin alles OK . Abends fahrt zum Campfire , auf das wir uns so gefreut hatten , da wir es vom ersten Besuch kannten und eine besondere Atmosphäre bietet . Anwesend waren besagte Männer , 1 junger Mitarbeiter vom Camp mit wenig Erfahrung , 1 einheimischer vom Dorf und wir . Manu war nicht anwesend !!! Es gab keine Geschichten die erzählt erden konnten , oder auch nur Informationen , sondern nur laute Smartphons , aus denen irgendwelche indischen Filme oder Comics schallten . UNZUMUTBAR ! , auch gegenüben den einheimischen Treibel , der auf einem Stein mühevoll ein Essen zubereitet hat . Dies hat sich dann im Camp fortgesetzt , bis ich die Herren darauf hingewiesen haben , daß Sie hoer nicht alleine sind . Wir hofftendann auf Ruhe . Weit gefehlt . Nach 22:00 Uhr ging es dann im Restourant richtig los , da diese Herren sehr stark alkoholisiert waren .Selbst nach meiner bitte um Ruhe gegen 23:00 Uhr gab es keine Ruhe . Frage - wo war das leitende Personal um für Ruhe zu sorgen !!!! Am nächsten morgen unsere Abreise habe ich Manu davon erzählt - und ? Nichts , keine Entschuldigung oder Bedauen über den Vorfall . Fazit : falscher Zeitpunkt für uns ? Nein . Falsches Manegment durch anwesendes Personal . Ausgenommen der Koch , der immer ein leckeres Mal zubereitet hat .
Dear Guest
Thank you fro your review, sorry to note that your experience was a mixed one.
We are glad that you had excellent sightings and enjoyed the property and service. We are very careful in terms of keeping complete silence around our farm, sorry to hear that there was another group that was loud. Please come again, we'll make sure that your experience is a better one. Regards Anil 9742565333
BertaM10
Review dated 29 Set 2018
Excelente en muchos aspectos
Excelente atención por parte del personal, increíble localización con vistas a la jungla y la montaña y riquísima comida. Las actividades que ofrecen son muy variadas, pero mis favoritas fueron las asociadas con avistamiento de fauna. Sin duda un lugar para repetir :)
Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your kind words about our farm, delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. Hoping to host you again, regards Anil 09742 565 333
Kater3
Review dated 26 Apr 2018
Etwas ganz Besonderes
Diese Unterkunft strahlt eine besondere Atmosphäre aus . Man ist hier der Natur sehr nahe und kann diese in vollen Zügen genießen . Besondere Dank gilt Darshan und dem Küchenpersonal , die unseren Aufenthalt sehr angenehm gestaltet haben und immer ein freundliches Lächeln auf dem Gesicht hatten . Das Essen war von ausgezeichneter Qualität und immer frisch . Ein Lob an den noch jungen Koch . Unser Bungalow lag in erster Reihe und war mit viel Liebe zum Detail , und einem sehr schönen Bad ausgestattet .
Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your kind words, it is really appreciated. Delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us, will pass on your comments to the staff here as well. Looking forward to hosting you again, regards Anil 9742565333
E3547XBmichaelj
Review dated 24 Set 2015
Wirklich in der Wildnis
Wir waren 3 Nächte im Ressort.
Wir würden sehr herzlich empfangen und hatten das "luxusappartment" mit Ausblick auf das Wasserloch.

Schon nach der Ankunft machten wir die Nachmittags-Safari in Tholpetty.
Das war leider ein kompletter Reinfall. Wir haben auf der Straße mehr wilde Tiere gesehen als auf der Safari. Auch unser Versuch auf dem Beobachtungsturm abends Tiere zu sehen schlug fehl.
Danach dachten wir, dass das mit den wilden Tieren nur Gerede ist.

Am nächsten Tag haben wir morgens den Brahmagiri Trek gemacht und hatten einen wirklich netten Guide. Auf dem Weg haben wir dann viele frische Spuren von wilden Tieren gesehen (Deers, Gaur, Windhunde und Tiger). Den Tigern (mind 2) sind wir zum Glück nicht begegnet. Wirklich nervig sind die Blutegel, die auf der ganzen Wanderung auf dem Weg waren. Auch dichte Strümpfe helfen hier nicht.

Am nächsten Tag sind wir dann in den Nagerhole Nationalpark. Leider gab es wegen Regen keine Safari. Der Fahrer ist aber mit uns die Nagerhole Route einmal hoch und wieder runter gefahren. Dabei haben wir Elefanten, Wildschweine und Deers beobachten können. Die Straße ist wirklich sehr zu empfehlen.

Abends sind wir dann mit Manu ( dem Manager des Resorts) um die Farm herum durch das Unterholz gegangen. Als wir direkt an der Farmgrenze sehr frische Tigerspuren fanden sind wir sicherheitshalber umgekehrt. Nachts haben wir dann von der Terrasse des Apartments gehört, wie der Tiger ein Deer erbeutet hat.

Der Ausflug zum Thirunelli Tempel lohnt sich nur bedingt. Als nicht Hindu darf man nicht hinein. Und von außen sieht man nicht viel.

Manu ist wirklich in der Natur aufgewachsen. Er kennt jeden Quadratmeter in der Gegend und kann vieles erklären und macht das auch gerne.

Das Essen war einfach, aber gut und reichlich.
Dear Guest,
Many thanks for your kind words about our farm, it is much appreciated. Delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. Looking forward to hosting you again.
Regards
Anil, 09742 565 333
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