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Wild
Valley Farm @ Germalam (Erode),Tamil Nadu
Wildlife:
Bird-watcher sightings have included the common honey suckers, & Indian Horn-Bill to predators like the hawk, and the very rare Indian Eagle.
Wildlife sighted and heard include the big cats like leopards and tigers to predators like the wild dogs and jungle cat, to herbivores like the spotted deer, sambar, elephants and bison, to omnivores like the wild boar and sloth bear. Rare sightings include the Indian anteater.
Even an evening stroll within the 100 acre Farm can involve sightings of ground birds like the Indian peacock & peahens, wild fowl, pheasants & quail, and hare. There is a large pond within the Farm, teeming with fish.
The Farm:
A dedicated area has an active farm that includes growing of vegetables, spices, coffee, and fruits. There are also experimental areas of organic farming.The farming is made complete with the usual farm animals and birds like turkey, geese, sheep, cattle, and of course very friendly dogs.
Guests can take walks within the farming areas and (based on seasons) have the liberty, if they desire to pluck their own vegetables for consumption. Guests can also, at their option, get involved in regular farming activities.Based on availability, Guests are allowed to buy fresh farm produce while checking out.
Location :
Nearest Airport: Bangalore or Coimbatore
Nearest Rail Station : Bangalore or Erode
By Road : 200 kms.
Tariff is on AP
basis.
Children below 5 yrs complimentary
Check in – Check Out time – 24 hrs.
Rates subject to change without prior notice.
About Wild Valley Farm:
The
Wild Valley Farm is situated at Germalam, in the South Indian state of
Tamil Nadu, at a height of 4000 feet above mean sea level. The weather
is pleasant year round - not too cold nor uncomfortably hot!The Farm is
surrounded on three sides by the reserve tropical forests of the enchanting
Western Ghats and bordered by a jungle stream with a small waterfall as
well.
Wildlife:
Bird-watcher sightings have included the common honey suckers, & Indian Horn-Bill to predators like the hawk, and the very rare Indian Eagle.
Wildlife sighted and heard include the big cats like leopards and tigers to predators like the wild dogs and jungle cat, to herbivores like the spotted deer, sambar, elephants and bison, to omnivores like the wild boar and sloth bear. Rare sightings include the Indian anteater.
Even an evening stroll within the 100 acre Farm can involve sightings of ground birds like the Indian peacock & peahens, wild fowl, pheasants & quail, and hare. There is a large pond within the Farm, teeming with fish.
The Farm:
A dedicated area has an active farm that includes growing of vegetables, spices, coffee, and fruits. There are also experimental areas of organic farming.The farming is made complete with the usual farm animals and birds like turkey, geese, sheep, cattle, and of course very friendly dogs.
Guests can take walks within the farming areas and (based on seasons) have the liberty, if they desire to pluck their own vegetables for consumption. Guests can also, at their option, get involved in regular farming activities.Based on availability, Guests are allowed to buy fresh farm produce while checking out.
Accommodation :
The
primary accommodation is in full-size spacious tents. The tents provide
the comforts of a regular room (beds, mattresses, pillows, blankets, etc.)
along with the "wild" adventure of a tent. Toilets are a choice of Western
& Indian styles and the bathrooms have running water off taps! Hot water
is also provided for.
There are also rooms available for the less adventurous. The tents, however, give the Guest the unique and exhilarating experience of blending into a oneness with nature.
Though there is electricity available, light pollution is restricted to the common areas only. Tents and rooms are illuminated with authentic Indian lanterns. On a clear night, a Guest can step out of the tent and get a breath stopping view of the stars, with no light pollution clouding the vision.
Dining :
The food is laid out in a buffet and Guests can partake to their stomach's content. The fresh farm produce also graces the table and Guests can indulge in this health food. Barbecues can be arranged on special request.
Activities :
Day Time
Short Jungle Treks (for the novice)
Day Long Treks (for the avid trekker)
Treks through the Sholas (for the adventurous)
Treks to the Grasslands (6000 feet above MSL)
Stream Walking
Seasonal Jungle Stream Bathing
Visit to the Tibetan Monastery
Visit to the Tibetan Carpet Factory
Wildlife Spotting
Bird Watching
Indoor & Outdoor Games
Irrigation cum Swim Pool
Farming Activities
Harvesting Activities
Seasonal Waterfall Bathing
Night Time
Night Treks
Wildlife Spotting
Night Machan (Indian tree-house) Sojourn
Star Gazing
Barbecue
Camp Fires and Activities
There are also rooms available for the less adventurous. The tents, however, give the Guest the unique and exhilarating experience of blending into a oneness with nature.
Though there is electricity available, light pollution is restricted to the common areas only. Tents and rooms are illuminated with authentic Indian lanterns. On a clear night, a Guest can step out of the tent and get a breath stopping view of the stars, with no light pollution clouding the vision.
Dining :
The food is laid out in a buffet and Guests can partake to their stomach's content. The fresh farm produce also graces the table and Guests can indulge in this health food. Barbecues can be arranged on special request.
Activities :
Day Time
Short Jungle Treks (for the novice)
Day Long Treks (for the avid trekker)
Treks through the Sholas (for the adventurous)
Treks to the Grasslands (6000 feet above MSL)
Stream Walking
Seasonal Jungle Stream Bathing
Visit to the Tibetan Monastery
Visit to the Tibetan Carpet Factory
Wildlife Spotting
Bird Watching
Indoor & Outdoor Games
Irrigation cum Swim Pool
Farming Activities
Harvesting Activities
Seasonal Waterfall Bathing
Night Time
Night Treks
Wildlife Spotting
Night Machan (Indian tree-house) Sojourn
Star Gazing
Barbecue
Camp Fires and Activities
Location :
Nearest Airport: Bangalore or Coimbatore
Nearest Rail Station : Bangalore or Erode
By Road : 200 kms.
Tariff (Rs.) :
| Tariff |
|
| Adult |
1150 |
| Child
( 5-12 yrs) |
600 |
Children below 5 yrs complimentary
Check in – Check Out time – 24 hrs.
Rates subject to change without prior notice.
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