Riverine Woods Resort – Corbett

RIVERINE WOODS RESORT
Riverine Woods, earlier known as Van Ghat River Lodge was established in 2003. A fishing and wildlife conservation lodge was set up on the bank of the Ramganga River near the Corbett Tiger Reserve in Uttaranchal, Northern India.

The resort, fully aware of its surroundings and responsibilities to the community, has provided employment opportunities for a number of local people, and through this arrangement, has established some of the best managed Mahseer fishing beats in the state. As a direct consequence of the improved fish stocks, the surrounding ecosystem has dramatically improved, with the return of otters and turtles - creatures which have not been seen for some years.

The resort officially opened in November 2005, comprises of five cottages of locally sourced materials, and is able to provide a comprehensive outdoor orientated experience for visitors, whilst at the same time offering the opportunity to find complete tranquillity and seclusion.

ACCOMMODATION
The cottages are all constructed from local materials - stone, mud and thatch - and are designed to compliment the surrounding area. There are Western style flushing toilets, with running cold and hot water. All the cottages have been built to allow a throughput of breeze throughout the day. The lodge has been designed to provide a comfortable, welcoming and traditional environment to stay. Food is prepared at the camp by our team on site, and consists of hygienic and wholesome food. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided as part of the package, and would consist of Indian, Chinese and European cuisine. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the day. Meals are served in the dining room and sundowner drinks are available in the roundhouse near the river. Bottled water is available, at a charge, but filtered water is provided on a constant basis. Strict attention is paid to hygiene throughout the resort.

ACTIVITIES
Mahseer angling, Bird watching with expert naturalist. Wildlife viewing, Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Picnic by the riverside Ramganga, Bonfire dinner with Bar-be-Que, River Crossing, Rock climbing, Rappelling.

• Corbett National Park (District): Pauri Garhwal, Nainital, Almora Region Kumaon
• Location: In the valley of the Ramganga River and its tributaries, in the terai forests hugging the foothills of the Himalaya in lower Uttrakhand.
• Best Season: Between Mid-Nov.-Apr. Winter can be very cold. The park closes for the monsoons, from mid-June to mid-Nov.
• Temperature: Sum: 40° C day, 30° C night, Win: 20° C day, 3° C night
• Distances: 280 kms of Delhi, 90 kms of Kathgodam, 85 kms of Moradabad, 65 kms of Nainital, 120 kms of Mukteshwar, 95 kms of Bhimtal, 82 kms of Ranikhet & 145 kms of Kausani
• How to Get There:
  By Road: 2 hrs from Kathgodam & 7-8 hrs. from Delhi
  By Rail (Nearest Railhead): Ramnagar (6 km / ¼ hr.), Kathgodam (90 kms / 2 hrs.).

PACKAGES (Valid from 16 June – 30 Sept 2010)

ROOM CATEGORY	(AP Plan)
Cottage	Rs. 7000/-
Extra Adult (above 12 yrs.)	35% of the package cost
Extra Child (below 12 yrs.)	25% of the package cost

The Package Includes:

• Accommodation for a couple on twin sharing basis for per nt.
• AP includes Welcome drink on arrival, Bed tea, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
• Transfer to and from Tiger Camp/Ramnagar to Riverine Woods in a 4WD (A Safari in itself).
• Services of a naturalist for wildlife viewing and birding.
• Emergency medical evacuation.
• Children upto 5 years are free on the respective package without extra bed sharing parent’s room.
• Additional nights extendable on pro-rata basis.
• Tax extra @ 8%
• Service Tax of 1.03 % shall be extra on Nett Billing.