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ESCAPE

THE WILD

DIARIES

Toast your forever with a honeymoon at these

breathtaking, natural, and romantic

surroundings, while trying to spot a tiger.

By MALEEKA KASHYAP

Clockwise from top left: Archaeological remains

at Ranthambore; overview of The Oberoi

Vanyavilas; spa treatment at Vanyavilas;

romantic dinner at Khem Villas; couple relaxing;

leisure area at Khem Villas; bonfire dining at

Vanyavilas; young tiger family; the peacock.

he old-world charm of Indian safaris continues

to woo a plethora of visitors every year. And

although big game-watching in the locales of

Africa and Australia is on everyone’s bucket

lists, there’s nothing like home to start on your

path of becoming an adventure enthusiast. Glamping of

course—we wouldn’t have it any other way. For the couple

seeking a luxurious and leisurely safari—whether on

honeymoon or as an escapade from the daily toils of life—

the options available across all corners of the country are

fascinating and varied. Desert scapes to lush evergreens.

Rainforests to rolling moors. And adding to this mix are

services that let you experience nature right amidst the lap

of full-service luxury.

Enter Rajasthan. The erstwhile seat of stately kings and

exotic princesses. Your safari here rightfully should begin

with a homage to Ranthambore National Park, Sawai

Madhopur. Vast emerald ields, over-grazed plains, gentle

fragrant breeze, and a moody terrain make Ranthambore

a nomad’s dream. Nestled in the south eastern region of

the land, the park speaks of seclusion with the right amount

of solace. Dotted with structures that take one back to

PHOTOGRAPHS: PRILL (REMAINS), ANTON IVANOV (PEACOCK), AND NACHIKETA BAJAJ (TIGERS) @ SHUTTERSTOCK.COM. IMAGE COURTESY: OBEROI HOTELS & RESORTS AND KHEM VILLAS, RANTHAMBORE.