Map of Southern IndiaCGH Earth Experience Hotels have been enchanting the world with their wonderful hotels since 1954. It has since grown into a sustainable hotel chain with a passion for health and wellness. CGH Earth Experience Hotels are located in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Kerala is the South West region of India and is known for its lush greenery and beautiful beaches. Rich with spices and wildlife, this portion of India is truly a hidden paradise. Karnataka has breathtaking waterfalls, ancient ruins, and stunning beaches. Explore jungles filled with tigers, monkeys, and elephants. Tamil Nadu is a beautiful example of India’s cultures and traditions. There are ancient temples and mansions spread along Tamil Nadu.

About CGH Earth

A family owned enterprise since 1954 throughout Southern India

Health, wellness, and experiential travel

Eco-friendly

Unique local dining and cuisine

Itineraries that include exploring local communities, nature, meditation, connecting with others, and improving one’s fitness and overall well-being

Brunton BoatyardLocated in Fort Kochi

Inspired from British colonial history

History reflected through ambiance, amenities, service, and food

All of the 22 rooms and bathrooms overlook the sea

Watch the fishermen, dolphins, and sunsets

Accommodations: ❖ Sea Facing Superior Room ❖ Non-Sea Facing Room❖ Sea Facing Deluxe Suite

Brunton Boatyard Living

1 hr 8 min from Cochin International Airport

Brunton BoatyardBrunton Boatyard Experiences

❖ Sunset cruise❖ Cooking demo❖ Ayurveda❖ Cycling ❖ Explore heritage of Fort Kochi ❖ Wander through the old spice

market in Mattanchery❖ Visit historical spots like the

Jewish Synagogue and St. Francis Church

❖ Guided walks❖ Art galleries❖ Shopping

Eighth BastionThe Dutch legacy re-imagined

There were seven bastions in Fort Kochi

Blends contemporary and colonial styles in each room to reflect the seven bastions

Rooms have two different styles:

Contemporary: clean cubic lines and chic retro

Comfort: paintings, natural sunlight, and enamel work

Eighth Bastion LivingAccommodations: ❖ Room with Garden Verandah❖ Bastion Room ❖ Room with Terrace

1 hr away from Cochin International Airport

Eighth Bastion

Eighth Bastion Experiences

❖ Explore the heritage of Fort Kochi and the old spice market in Mattanchery

❖ Visit historical sites like the JewishSynagogue and St. Francis Church

❖ Guided walks❖ Cycling ❖ Art galleries❖ Shopping

Casino Hotel Located on the historic Willingdon Island of Kochi

Art decor styled hotel, built in the late 50s, captures the essence of Kochi

Fine dining and rejuvenating wellness therapies

Hosts events and weddings

Accommodations: ❖ Superior Rooms ❖ Superior Pool View Room❖ Executive Rooms❖ Executive Suites

Casino Hotel Living

51 min from Cochin International Airport *The resort is 40 km from Cochin International Airport and 8 km from the Railway Station

Casino Hotel

Casino Hotel Experiences

❖ Ayurveda wellness❖ Explore the heritage of Fort Kochi❖ Explore the Old Spice Market in

Mattanchery❖ Visit Historical Sites like the

Jewish Synagogue and St. Francis Church

❖ Guided walks❖ Cycle around the old town❖ Visit art galleries❖ Shopping❖ Backwater cruising

Spice VillageTribal village set in Periyar in Thekkady

Modeled on the dwellings of the native Manan tribe of this region

Comfort is easily obtained with Spice Village’s cottages

Modern bathrooms and materials that use natural materials and local woodcraft

Naturally lit rooms with airy private porches

Accommodations: ❖ Private Garden Villa ❖ Spice Garden Cottage

Spice Village Living

4 hr and 15 min from Cochin International Airport

Spice VillageSpice Village Experiences

❖ Organic farm❖ Yoga❖ Naturalist led guided walks around

the property and Periyar Tiger Reserve

❖ Cooking demonstration❖ Herbal tea center❖ Instrumental music / dance

performance in the evening❖ Saree/Dhoti demonstration❖ Cycling

Coconut LagoonCoconut Lagoon resort located in Kumarakom

Vembanad Lake- one of India’s largest lakes and wetland eco systems

Cottages were built from the remnants of old mansions

Coconut Lagoon Living

Accommodations: ❖ Heritage Bungalows ❖ Heritage Mansions ❖ Lake Front Pool Villas

2 hr and 15 min from Cochin International Airport❖ The resort is a 10-minute boat

ride from/to Kavanatinkara boat landing, which is 10 km from Kottayam (the nearest town)

Coconut Lagoon

Coconut Lagoon Experiences

❖ Country canoe ride and sunset cruise

❖ Kalaripayattu demonstration❖ Saree/ Dhoti draping❖ Local craft demonstration❖ Instrumental music lessons❖ Cooking demonstration❖ Instrumental music/ dance

performance in the evening

Spice Coast CruisesTakes place on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala

Guests journey on a “Kettuvalam”, a traditional houseboat

Service and food onboard capture the traditions of the waterways

Bedroom cabins

Comfortable space, privacy and protection from insects and elements

Anchored at night

Accommodations: ❖ Single and Twin Cabins

Spice Coast Cruises Living

Spice Coast CruisesSpice Coast Cruises Experiences

❖ Cruise along the inland canals and Vembanad Lake

❖ Bird Watching❖ Cycling❖ Visiting the local villages and farms

Spice Coast Cruises Dining

Dishes are prepared by boatmen with coconut and tangy spices. Freshly caught fish are marinated in a combination of red chilies, ginger, and lime. The fish is partnered with fresh greens and steaming rice.

Dining option: ❖ Vembanad Cuisine

Marari BeachLocated in Mararikulam

Sea-side village experience set on 30 acres with coconut groves, lily ponds, fruit trees, and a large organic farm

Cottages are simplistic

Made with local material and influenced by natives

Bathrooms designed to mimic nature with space and direct sunlight

Accommodations: ❖ Deluxe Garden Villa/Pool❖ Garden Villa/Pool❖ Garden Villa

Marari Beach Living

2hr 11 min from Cochin International Airport

Marari Beach

Marari Beach Experiences

❖ Kalaripayattu performance❖ Learn about ‘Ayurveda’ from a doctor❖ Dance lessons❖ Visit the organic farm❖ Cooking demonstration❖ Evening tea cart service❖ Instrumental music/ dance

performance in the evening❖ Saree/Dhoti demonstration❖ Cycling❖ Visit fish landing harbor