Niraamaya Retreats Thekkady is a secluded living sanctuary within a spice plantation nestled in the mountains and wrapped in the cool embrace of a tropical rainforest. Spread amongst 8 acres of cardamom plantations, this truly boutique experience offers 13 independent cottages garden-view and mountain-view style giving magnificent scenes of the valley and the verdant mountains.

Niraamaya’s acclaimed spa offers a host of Ayurveda and International treatments to nurture any concerns and remedies any ailments in the process. Café Samsara is an all-day dining restaurant featuring global and regional cuisine. For the more adventurous traveller, Thekkady offers several options like jeep safaris, trekking, bamboo rafting, cultural shows, spice walks and shopping trips.

ACCOMMODATION

Garden View Cottages

The retreat offers 8 plantation-styled cottages with mesmerising views of the garden and the verdant mountains around the vicinity. Each cottage is equipped with modern amenities and premium accessories to elevate one’s stay like an enchanting private sit-out and eloquent craftsmanship with its décor.

Mountain-view Cottages

These 5 exclusive private cottages are built on stilts and is made from Bangkirai wood offering majestic view of the mountains. The floor-to-ceiling windows succeed in showcasing breath-taking visions at the break of dawn or during sun sets in the midst of a rustic landscape. The cottages are set in a line overlooking the valley bordering the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Café Samsara is an all-day dining destination offering a delectable combination of global best-sellers, traditional Kerala’s culinary dishes, Pan Asian delicacies and custom made fares.

Timings are: Breakfast - 07:30 to 10:00 hrs | Lunch -12:30 to 15:00 hrs | Dinner - 19:00 to 22.30 hrs

INFINITY SWIMMING POOL

The swimming pool is perched giving a panoramic view of the valley and the verdant mountains. One can take a peek into the colourful perspective of wild-life frolicking in the terrain with migratory birds nestled among the tree canopies.

NIRAAMAYA SPA

A signature feature of Cardamom Club is Niraamaya Spa, which offers a range of natural and holistic therapies to rejuvenate body, mind and soul. These include among others a whole host of Ayurvedic treatments, International treatments and Asian rememdies like Reflexology. Our newly introduced Jetlag therapy, signature baths and scrubs are a testimony to our inherent need to continuously innovate; making Niraamaya Spa a truly unique experience.

ACTIVITY WITHIN THE RESORT

Our guided in-house trek takes you on an invigorating journey of 4 kms to the top of Mount Miracle. Catch a glimpse of the Gaur, the Racket Tailed Drongo and the adorable Malabar squirrel en route.

The ‘Spice Plantation trail’ is a back-to-nature experience gift wrapped for the laid back traveller. One must spend two hours to understand different types of spice plants available around this area. The trip covers spice plantations such as cardamom, pepper, vanilla, nutmeg and Ayurvedic herbs.

Most evenings are enhanced with Kerala’s classical theatre, dance, music and other performing arts. The events are planned in advance and offered on special request.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

-Check-in time: 14:00 Hrs. Check-out time: 12:00 Noon. Early check-in & late check-out is subject to the availability; charges apply. -Smoking is permitted outdoors only. Either in the sit out or around the gardens. -Airport Transfers available on request, charges apply. -Credit Cards : Master & Visa cards. -Newspapers are available on request. -No parking charges are applicable. -Pets are not allowed.-Tips are not allowed, however if you wish to kindly drop it in the tip box, which is in the Reception area. -Baby cots & extra beds are available on request, charges apply. -Drinking Water: Two bottles (500 ml) are provided with our compliments daily. -Rights of Admission Reserved.

FACTS-Area : Thekkady.-District : Idukki.-Airport : Cochin (05 Hrs.).-City : Thekkady.-Climate : Tropical with showers between June & July.-State :Kerala.-Country :India.-Capital :New Delhi.-Currency :Indian Rupees.-Electricity :220 – 240 volts.-Location :120 kms from Kumarakom, 160 kms from Cochin, 85 Kms from Munnar, 140 Kms from Madurai.

IN & AROUND THEKKADY

-Boating at Periyar lake. -Natural walk & Green walk. -Boarder hiking. -Cloud walk. -Bamboo rafting at Periyar lake. -Bullock cart ride. -Elephant ride & Spice plantation visit. -Jeep safari.

PACKAGES & OFFERS

-Wellness & Ayurveda package. -Honeymoon package. -Summer & Winter packages.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

-Guest service desk. -Travel desk for sightseeing, travel booking, transfers etc. -Currency exchange. -Taxi service-Laundry / dry cleaning -Special dietary meal (upon request with advance information) -Bouquet & flower arrangements (upon request with advance information). -Doctor on call .

If you require any specific requirements or needs, call / email us.

Niraamaya Retreats, Cardamom Club, ThekkadyV & V Estate, Spring Valley Thekkady, Kerala 685509

CORPORATE OFFICENiraamaya Retreats (A Jupiter Capital Venture)

No. 54, Richmond Road, Bangalore - 560 025 - INDIA. Phone: +91-80- 4510 4510,Email: reservations@niraamaya.in Web: www.niraamaya.in